Ana Sol Escobar (born 5 November 1976), formerly known professionally as Anasol and now as Sol Escobar, is a Colombian singer.

Early life and education

Escobar was born in

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in 1976 to

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n parents. She began formal dance instruction at the age of five. She spent most of her childhood in Colombia, but also travelled extensively with her parents. While at university, she became interested in music and studied all aspects of music including sound engineering and piano.

Career

In 1999, Anasol released her debut album '' Escorpión de Primavera'' (''Scorpion of Spring''). The first single, "Pensando en Desorden", was a top 10 hit in Colombia. Anasol's second studio album ''

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'' was released in 2002 on Sony Music Colombia, produced by Luis Fernando Ochoa. The album was a success in Colombia, certified gold during its first week of sales and later certified platinum. Three singles were released from the album: " Sin Miedo A Caer" (August 2002), "Voy volando", and "Amantes Invisibles". Anasol's self-titled third album, comprising 11 tracks and a bonus dance mix track of single "Sentimiento", was released in 2005. Anasol has cited as her musical influences Everything But The Girl,

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Discography

Studio albums

*'' Escorpión de Primavera'' (1999) *''

'' (2002) *'' Anasol'' (2005) *''La Dama Escobar (2017)

Singles

*"Pensando en Desorden" (1999) *"No Dejes..." (1999) *" Sin Miedo A Caer" (2002) *" Sentimiento" (2005) – ''

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no. 31 *" Nace" (2006) *"Vampira" (2010)

References

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