Reception
The New York Times praised the show in Madison Square Garden, comparing Sangalo to Beyoncé and Shakira, saying Sangalo has a strong energy and charisma. The article points out that the barrier of language was the main challenge for her international career and success. 14,500 people were in attendance for the concert. This is far more than the usual number of people expected for a non-English-speaking act when playing in the US, which is about 3,000–4,000 average.
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