The New York Times – Music:
The trombonist, singer, bandleader, composer and producer from the Bronx helped shape the sound of salsa.
Category: Fania Records
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Willie Colón, a Luminary of Salsa Music, Dies at 75
The New York Times – Music:
A trombonist, singer, bandleader, composer and arranger, he collaborated with Rubén Blades on “Siembra,” a 1978 release that became one of the top-selling salsa albums of all time.
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Harvey Averne: obra de uno de los productores clave de la salsa
The New York Times – Music:
Ahora con 86 años, el productor reflexiona sobre su tiempo en la Fania Records, su tempestuosa relación creativa con Eddie Palmieri y su salida de la industria que ama.
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How Harvey Averne Helped Take Latin Music Worldwide
The New York Times – Music:
Now 87, he reflects on his time at Fania Records, his tempestuous creative relationship with Eddie Palmieri and his exit from the industry he loves.
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Polito Vega, Salsa ‘King’ of New York Radio, Dies at 84
The New York Times – Music:
In a career that began in 1960, the Puerto Rico-born Mr. Vega became, one admirer said, “the architect of Hispanic radio at a global level.”