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Salsa Pioneer Willie Colón Dies at 75

Willie Colón, the influential trombonist and pioneer of salsa music, has passed away at the age of 75 after a 60-year career.

22 Feb, 01:49 — 22 Feb, 01:49
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BBC14h ago

Willie Colón, trombonist who pioneered salsa music, dies aged 75

His career spanned 60 years and dozens of albums and had been named among the most influential Latino artists of all time.

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