Robert Martino
HaitimusicianMaleb. 20257.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Robert Martino is a renowned Haitian guitarist and musician, best known for founding the influential group Les Gypsies de Pétion-Ville in 1971 after leaving the band Difficiles de Pétion-Ville. His decision to create a new musical ensemble sparked a significant rivalry in the Haitian music scene, leading to a dynamic exploration of musical styles and cultural expression.
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Robert Martino is recognized as one of the initiators of the compas digital genre.
Quand les femmes haïtiennes donnent du tonus au compasHaiti· 2026-08-01
Robert Martino is the famous guitarist and father of Roberto and Reynaldo Martino.
T-Vice, 33 ans de compas en familleHaiti· 2025-08-14
Robert Martino is a renowned guitarist in Haitian music, known for his contributions over more than fifty years.
Robert Martino, la légendeHaiti· 2025-08-02Robert Martino is a guitarist and co-founder of the music group Les Difficiles de Pétion-Ville.
Difficiles / D.P.Express, les locomotives du compasHaiti· 2025-07-31
Robert Martino, a brilliant guitarist, left the group led by Henri Célestin to form his own band.
Scorpio Universel, la grande épopéeHaiti· 2025-07-29