Ismael Rivera
Ismael Rivera (born October 5, 1931 in Loiza Aldea , Puerto Rico , † May 13, 1987 ) was one of the most influential singers in Puerto Rico. It was very popular across the Caribbean in the 1950s .
Life
Since his childhood he has been playing with his friend Rafael Cortijo , with whom he recorded several successful pieces from 1954. His distinctive and expressive voice was soon known throughout the Caribbean. Rivera was already a legend by the 1970s. He promoted several young salsa musicians such as Rubén Blades and Ismael Miranda and became a role model for many others.
Discography (selection)
- ¡Bienvenido! , LP 1965
- De Colores , LP 1968
- Lo Último en La Avenida , LP 1971
- Esto Fue Lo Que Trajo El Barco , LP 1972
- Traigo de Todo , LP 1974
- Esto Sí Es Lo Mío , LP 1978
- Legend , CD 1984
- La Leyenda Continua , CD 1991
- Maelo ... El Unico , CD 1992
- Fiesta Boricua , CD 1994
Web links
- Rivera website (Spanish) with biography, discography and quotes
- Further information on Rivera (German)
| personal data | |
|---|---|
| SURNAME | Rivera, Ishmael |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | Puerto Rican singer |
| DATE OF BIRTH | October 5, 1931 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Loiza Aldea , Puerto Rico |
| DATE OF DEATH | May 13, 1987 |