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Rubén Blades y Seis del Solar

Rubén Blades is a Panamanian musician, singer, composer, actor and politician, celebrated for bringing literary depth to salsa and Latin jazz.

Origins

As a songwriter he infused salsa with the lyrical sophistication of Central American nueva canción and Cuban nueva trova, plus experimental tempos and politically inspired son cubano, creating what's been called "thinking persons' dance music."

The sound

His music spans salsa and Latin jazz, distinguished by socially conscious, story-driven lyrics and adventurous arrangements.

Legacy

He has written dozens of hits, including "Pedro Navaja" and "El Cantante," and earned 21 Grammy nominations with twelve wins, along with twelve Latin Grammy Awards.