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William Anthony Colón Román (born April 28, 1950) is an American Salsa musician and social activist. He began his career as a trombonist but also sings, writes, produces and acts. Colón is considered a pioneer of Salsa music [1] [2] and a best-selling artist in the genre, having been a key figure in the nascent New York City scene associated ...
Willie Colón - YouTube. Producer, social activist, composer, musician, writer and humorist; the list goes on. Best known as the most successful Salsa music producer to date. Father ...
Learn about Willie Colon, a producer, trombone player, composer, and bandleader of Latin American music. Explore his discography, upcoming events, and merchandise.
May 3, 2024 · Willie Colon, American trombonist, composer, bandleader, and activist who helped to popularize salsa music in the United States in the 1970s. He was a champion of Hispanic political and social causes, such as those concerning immigration and the availability of affordable health care and insurance.
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Producer, Trombone player, composer, and bandleader, Willie Colon is one of the pioneers of Latin American music. Despite initial criticism, Colon's album El Malo has become known as one of the first albums to feature the "New York Sound" that sparked a renewed interest in Latin music during the 1970s. Colon has been instrumental in the careers ...
A legendary salsa pioneer, one of the first Fania Records signings, and a cultural hero throughout Latin America. Read Full Biography. STREAM OR BUY: Active. 1960s - 2020s. Born. April 28, 1950 in Bronx, NY. Genre. Latin, Jazz. Styles. New York Salsa, Salsa, Global Jazz, Latin Jazz, Boogaloo, Latin Soul, Puerto Rican Traditions, Tropical.
