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Héctor Lavoe (1946 – 1993) was a Puerto Rican salsa singer. He was known as "El Cantante de los Cantantes" (The Singer of Singers). From a young age, he developed an interest in music and attended the Ponce Free School of Music, known today as the Instituto de Música Juan Morel Campos. In 1963, he moved to New York City, at the age of sixteen. Shortly after his arrival to New York City, he worked as the singer in a sextet formed by Roberto García. During this period, he also performed with several other groups, including Orquesta New York, Kako All-Stars, and the Johnny Pacheco band. In 1967, Lavoe joined Willie Colón's band as its vocalist, recording several hit songs, including "El Malo" and "Canto a Borinquen". Lavoe became a soloist and formed his own band performing as lead vocalist. As a soloist, Lavoe recorded several hits including: "El cantante", "Bandolera" and "Periódico de ayer". He was frequently featured as a guest singer with the Fania All Stars, recording numerous tracks with the band. In 2000, he was inducted into the International Latin Music Hall of Fame.
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