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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.
Producer, social activist, composer, musician, writer and humorist; the list goes on. Best known as the most successful Salsa music producer to date. Father ...
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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Learn about Willie Colon, a producer, trombone player, composer, and bandleader of Latin American music. Explore his discography, upcoming events, and merchandise.
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.
William Anthony Colón is an American-born Puerto Rican salsa musician, composer, songwriter, singer, record producer, actor and social activist born in April 28, 1950.
Willie Colón. Soundtrack: Chef. Willie Colón, Bronx-born of Puerto Rican grandparents, has fused his musical talent, his passion for humanity, and his community and political activism into an extraordinary, multifaceted career. His achievements in all his activities are widely recognized.
