Willie Colón: Bronx Trombonist Who Shaped Salsa
22 February 2026Introduction: Why Willie Colón Matters Willie Colón remains one of the most influential figures in the history of salsa. Born to Puerto Rican parents in the Bronx in 1950, he rose from local neighbourhood bands to international prominence as a trombonist, bandleader, composer and producer. His work during the late 1960s and 1970s — especially […]