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Willie Bobo

Latin jazz percussionist famed for the instrumental hit “Spanish Grease.”
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Willie Bobo

Spanish Grease
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Juicy
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Tomorrow Is Here
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Bobo Motion
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Uno, Dos, Tres 1-2-3

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Willie Bobo

Willie Bobo - Artist Details

Active

1940s - 1980s

Born

February 28, 1934 in New York City, NY

Died

September 15, 1983 in Los Angeles, CA

Genre

Latin Jazz

Styles

Boogaloo Global Jazz Latin Jazz Salsa Afro-Cuban Jazz Latin Soul Latin Folk

Also Known As

The Killer Joe Orchestra

William Correa

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The Killer Joe Orchestra

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