Juan Formell

Juan Formell

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Juan Formell was a Cuban composer and guitarist, widely recognized as the founder of the legendary salsa orchestra Los Van Van in 1970. His innovative fusion of traditional Cuban son with contemporary rhythms, particularly the creation of the 'songo' style, revolutionized the Latin music scene. Formell's clever and often humorous lyrics resonated deeply with the Cuban public, addressing everyday life and societal issues. Under his leadership, Los Van Van became known as the 'Rolling Stones of salsa', earning numerous accolades including a Latin Grammy. He passed away in 2014, leaving behind a rich legacy in Cuban music.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
9,170
Power
75$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Dominican Republic 1 9.00 0.08% +0% 10,847,910 9,170 $89,000 75$
Totals 1 10,847,910 9,170 $89,000 75$
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Dominican Republic Dominican Republic: Juan Formell was a composer and guitarist who co-founded Los Van Van and played a crucial role in developing the 'songo' rhythm. 9

Listín Diario – oldest Dominican newspaper, est. 1889: Muere el percusionista cubano "Changuito", uno de los fundadores de Los Van Van