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Joe Arroyo
174,474 listeners
Álvaro José Arroyo González (also known as "Joe Arroyo" or "El Joe") was a Colombian salsa and tropical music singer an… read moreÁlvaro José Arroyo González (also known as "Joe Arroyo" or "El Joe") was a Colombian salsa and tropical music singer and songwriter. Joe Arroyo was born in Cartagena. At the age of ten he was already singing in one of… read moreÁlvaro José Arroyo González (also known as "Joe Arroyo" or "El Joe") was a Colombian salsa and tropical music singer and songwriter. Joe Arroyo was born in Cartagena. At the age of ten he was already singing in one of Cartagenas' popular music halls. His father had 40 son… read more -
Dimension Latina
103,480 listeners
The Dimensión Latina, one of the most talented Salsa band of all times, was founded on March 15, 1972 in Caracas, Venezuela, by six great m… read moreThe Dimensión Latina, one of the most talented Salsa band of all times, was founded on March 15, 1972 in Caracas, Venezuela, by six great musicians: Jose "Joseíto" Rodriguez (musical director and timbal player), pianist Jesus N… read moreThe Dimensión Latina, one of the most talented Salsa band of all times, was founded on March 15, 1972 in Caracas, Venezuela, by six great musicians: Jose "Joseíto" Rodriguez (musical director and timbal player), pianist Jesus Narvaez, trombonists César "Albóndiga" Monjes and J… read more -
Gilberto Santa Rosa
210,573 listeners
Gilberto Santa Rosa was born on 21 August 1962, in Puerto Rico and today is known as "El Caballero de la Salsa" (the gentleman of… read moreGilberto Santa Rosa was born on 21 August 1962, in Puerto Rico and today is known as "El Caballero de la Salsa" (the gentleman of salsa). In 1976 he started with a group of amateurs in Puerto Rico, and his first recording was w… read moreGilberto Santa Rosa was born on 21 August 1962, in Puerto Rico and today is known as "El Caballero de la Salsa" (the gentleman of salsa). In 1976 he started with a group of amateurs in Puerto Rico, and his first recording was with the Mario Ortiz Orchestra. He then moved on to Orquesta … read more -
Pete Rodriguez
85,109 listeners
There are at least three artists named Pete Rodriguez. (1) Pete Rodriguez (born 1932) was a 60's Boogaloo artist, known as "El R… read moreThere are at least three artists named Pete Rodriguez. (1) Pete Rodriguez (born 1932) was a 60's Boogaloo artist, known as "El Rey Del Boogaloo," or "The Boogaloo King." His group was Pete Rodríguez y Su Conju… read moreThere are at least three artists named Pete Rodriguez. (1) Pete Rodriguez (born 1932) was a 60's Boogaloo artist, known as "El Rey Del Boogaloo," or "The Boogaloo King." His group was Pete Rodríguez y Su Conjunto. His 1966 hit "I Like It Like That" came to wi… read more -
Irakere
92,526 listeners
Irakere (Yoruba for "vegetation") is a Cuban band founded by pianist Chucho Valdés in 1973 that won the Grammy Award for Best Lat… read moreIrakere (Yoruba for "vegetation") is a Cuban band founded by pianist Chucho Valdés in 1973 that won the Grammy Award for Best Latin Recording in 1980 with its album Irakere. Its members included flutist José Luis Cortés who lat… read moreIrakere (Yoruba for "vegetation") is a Cuban band founded by pianist Chucho Valdés in 1973 that won the Grammy Award for Best Latin Recording in 1980 with its album Irakere. Its members included flutist José Luis Cortés who later founded NG La Banda, percussionist Anga Díaz who later we… read more -
The Latin Brothers
61,851 listeners
The Latin Brothers is one of the most successful Colombian salsa groups and was organized by Fruko y sus Tesos under the auspices of José M… read moreThe Latin Brothers is one of the most successful Colombian salsa groups and was organized by Fruko y sus Tesos under the auspices of José María Fuentes. They have been playing for decades for international audiences, taking their tropica… read moreThe Latin Brothers is one of the most successful Colombian salsa groups and was organized by Fruko y sus Tesos under the auspices of José María Fuentes. They have been playing for decades for international audiences, taking their tropical interpretations worldwide. For salseros everywhere such so… read more -
Ibrahim Ferrer
296,948 listeners
Ibrahim Ferrer (20 February 1927 – 6 August 2005) was a popular Afro-Cuban musician in Cuba. Born at a dance in San Luis, Cuba, near the ci… read moreIbrahim Ferrer (20 February 1927 – 6 August 2005) was a popular Afro-Cuban musician in Cuba. Born at a dance in San Luis, Cuba, near the city of Santiago de Cuba, Ferrer's mother died when he was 12, leaving him orphaned and forcing… read moreIbrahim Ferrer (20 February 1927 – 6 August 2005) was a popular Afro-Cuban musician in Cuba. Born at a dance in San Luis, Cuba, near the city of Santiago de Cuba, Ferrer's mother died when he was 12, leaving him orphaned and forcing him to sing on the streets (busk) to earn money. The next y… read more -
Tito Rodriguez
54,884 listeners
Tito Rodríguez a.k.a. "El Inolvidable" (The Unforgettable) (January 4, 1923-February 28, 1973) born in Santurce, Puerto Rico, was… read moreTito Rodríguez a.k.a. "El Inolvidable" (The Unforgettable) (January 4, 1923-February 28, 1973) born in Santurce, Puerto Rico, was a popular 1950's singer and bandleader. Tito (born: Pablo Rodríguez Lozada) became intereste… read moreTito Rodríguez a.k.a. "El Inolvidable" (The Unforgettable) (January 4, 1923-February 28, 1973) born in Santurce, Puerto Rico, was a popular 1950's singer and bandleader. Tito (born: Pablo Rodríguez Lozada) became interested in music as a child. He was always surrounded by musical t… read more -
Frankie Ruiz
178,814 listeners
Born Jose Antonio Torresola Ruiz, he was born and raised in Paterson, New Jersey. His parents moved from Puerto Rico to the United States i… read moreBorn Jose Antonio Torresola Ruiz, he was born and raised in Paterson, New Jersey. His parents moved from Puerto Rico to the United States in search of a better way of life. In Paterson, Ruiz received his primary and secondary education. … read moreBorn Jose Antonio Torresola Ruiz, he was born and raised in Paterson, New Jersey. His parents moved from Puerto Rico to the United States in search of a better way of life. In Paterson, Ruiz received his primary and secondary education. As a child he enjoyed singing to the tunes of salsa and as a… read more -
Tommy Olivencia
38,800 listeners
Early years Ángel Tomás "Tommy" Olivencia Pagán was born in the Villa Palmeras section of Santurce, Puerto Rico. His family moved… read moreEarly years Ángel Tomás "Tommy" Olivencia Pagán was born in the Villa Palmeras section of Santurce, Puerto Rico. His family moved to the city of Arecibo when he was just a child. He received his primary and secondary education … read moreEarly years Ángel Tomás "Tommy" Olivencia Pagán was born in the Villa Palmeras section of Santurce, Puerto Rico. His family moved to the city of Arecibo when he was just a child. He received his primary and secondary education in Arecibo. As a young man, he became fascinated with the tr… read more