Willie Bobo
American jazz percussionist (1934-1983) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 49
William Correa, better known by his stage name Willie Bobo, was an American Latin jazz percussionist and jazz drummer of Puerto Rican descent.
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About this person
Bobo rejected the stereotypical expectations of Latino music and was noted for his versatility as an authentic Latin percussionist as well as a jazz drummer easily moving stylistically from jazz, Latin, and rhythm and blues music.
Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1934 to 1983 · aged 49
