Salsa
Willie Colón
Puerto Rican trombonist, salsa pioneer, social activist
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Biography
Puerto Rican trombonist, salsa pioneer, social activist
Influence
Pioneered salsa music, influenced Latin social activism through music
Gear
Trombone
Vocals
Traditional Latin instruments
Fun Fact
Known for his social activism and political songs in salsa music
Quick Facts
Country
United States
Genre
Salsa
Era
1967-present
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