Tito Puente, Jr., and Howie and Pollyanna Dorough to Entertain Troops in Spain and Italy on USO/AFE Tour

ARLINGTON, VA (USO) - Latin musician, songwriter and producer Tito Puente, Jr., member of the Backstreet Boys Howie Dorough and singer Pollyanna Dorough are heading to military bases in Spain and Italy to entertain service members April 18-27, 2006, on a USO/Armed Forces Entertainment (AFE) tour. This is Puente's third USO/AFE tour and the first for the Doroughs.

Tito Puente, Jr., was born into a musical dynasty. His father was known throughout the world for his unique musical sound and showmanship. The younger Puente studied under his father's guidance, playing numerous clubs and concerts around the world. His debut album, "Guarachando," featured the hit single "Oye Como Va," a cover of his father's signature standard, which reached No 7 on Billboard's Dance Chart and earned the Latin Music Award for "Best Salsa Video of the Year." His second album contained a tribute to his father, "Caliente." Puente's "En Los Zapatos De Mi Padre" (In My Father's Shoes) was released in 2004 to critical acclaim.

A member of the Backstreet Boys, Howie Dorough started out in local theater in Orlando, later landing roles in "Parenthood" and "Cop and a Half," as well as a number of Nickelodeon productions. After selling more than 17 million albums worldwide, he released his fourth studio album with the Backstreet Boys last year and currently is working on a solo project. Along with his sister Pollyanna, he is involved in the Dorough Lupus Foundation - a charity his family started in memory of their oldest sister Caroline. Pollyanna Dorough writes, sings and dances to her own original songs. She has toured as an opening act for the Backstreet Boys, and she and Howie perform together in concerts, representing the Dorough Lupus Foundation. She started her own record label, Polygrooves Records, and has her own entertainment company.