Who sang with Willie Colon?
| Willie Colón | |
|---|---|
| Occupation(s) | Activist musician record producer composer |
| Instruments | Vocals trombone trumpet |
| Years active | 1967–present |
| Associated acts | Héctor Lavoe Rubén Blades Mon Rivera David Byrne Celia Cruz Da House Fonseca Ismael Miranda Soledad Bravo Sophy Fania All-Stars |
What happened between Willie Colon and Ruben Blades?
A friendship broke up in an ugly dispute at Colón accused Blades of cheating him and Blades denied it. Four years later Colón sued Blades for the $115,000 concert fee he was owed and then some, alleging that Martínez and Morgalo were Blades’s agents and thus Blades was responsible for their failure to pay.
What folk music instrument from the Latin countryside was added to Willie Colon’s Fania Records Christmas album?
Willie Colón & Rubén Blades: Siembra | Latin Music USA.
Why did Willie Colon leave Hector Lavoe?
It was a turbulent period for Lavoe feeling that Willie had abandoned him. He had to deal with his deep-rooted insecurities and the hurt he felt from being betrayed by Willie, the man he loved like a brother and the person he most depended on.
Does Willie Colon speak Spanish?
Colon says: “I speak better Spanish than my parents. It’s a necessity when you tour. I had to learn to pronounce and express myself.”
What nationality is Ruben Blades?
Panamanian
Rubén Blades/Nationality
Rubén Blades is a singer, songwriter, actor, lawyer, and politician, born in Panama and a New Yorker since 1974.
Why did Willie Colón Sue Ruben Blades?
In May 2007, Blades was sued by his former bandmate, Willie Colón for breach of contract. This led to a series of suits and countersuits that lasted over five years.
What happened Willie Colon?
Colón had head trauma with a concussion, lacerations to his scalp that required 16 staples, and fractures to his C1 cervical vertebra, according to a statement posted to his social media pages. Colón’s wife, who was treated at the Outer Banks Hospital, had lacerations and contusions. My dear friends & fans.
Who is Ruben Blades wife?
Luba Masonm. 2006
Rubén Blades/Wife
Rubén Blades was born on July 16, 1948 in Panama City, Panama as Rubén Blades Bellido de Luna. He is an actor and composer, known for Once Upon a Time in Mexico (2003), Color of Night (1994) and Safe House (2012). He has been married to Luba Mason since 2006. He was previously married to Lisa Lebenzon.