Salsa Trailblazer Willie Colón Dies at 75
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Willie Colón, the Bronx-born trombonist who helped pioneer modern salsa and co-led the landmark Siembra with Rubén Blades, has died at 75, prompting tributes from Bad Bunny, Marc Anthony, and fellow Latin music artists.
- Willie Colón, Pioneering Salsa Trombonist, Dies at 75 Pitchfork
- Willie Colón Played Up the Bad Guy With Purpose The New York Times
- Salsa legend Willie Colón dies at age 75, family says CNN
- Bad Bunny Pays Tribute to Willie Colón at São Paulo Concert Billboard
- Willie Colón, trombonist who pioneered salsa music, dies aged 75 BBC
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