Salsa
Luis Blasini y Iroko La Banda
3233 E Tremont Ave, Bronx, NY 10461
Born and raised in Bayamón, Puerto Rico, the sonero Luis A. Blasini began his musical career at the age of 15 as a percussionist. In the 1960s, his mother encouraged him to pursue music. Later, his love for salsa led him to sing with local groups.
In 1968, Blasini moved to New York and lived with percussionist Little Ray Romero. During the 70s, he worked with groups such as Guarare, Melon y sus Amigos, Conjunto Candela, and L.A. Stars. He studied voice and expression at Los Angeles Community College, earning an Associate in Music in 1981.
In the 80s, he was in high demand by groups including Típica Ideal, La Charanga Sensual, El Combo de Siempre, and Ernie Agosto y La Conspiración, among others. He recorded with Eddie Palmieri and participated in a tour of Martinique alongside Israel “Cachao” López.
In 1984, he recorded on the album El Combo de Siempre, performing tracks such as "Paula," "Eso Merece un Trago," and "La Dama."
In the 90s, he worked with Pepe Castillo, Yomo Toro, and the Boys Harbor Big Band, where he showcased his talent as a bolerista (bolero singer).