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In the 1970s, the orchestra leader introduced Panamanian singer-songwriter Rubén Blades to lead the outfit.

From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026

"Siembra," released in 1978 with vocalist Ruben Blades, addressed social issues faced by the growing Latino community in the United States.

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026

The Nuyorican musician would introduce Blades as the new singer of his orchestra, whom he had met years prior while visiting Panama during carnivals.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 21, 2026

In a statement, the Blades said a referee looked at the Bramall Lane pitch before the scheduled 12:00 GMT kick-off and found parts of the playing surface were frozen.

From BBC • Jan. 4, 2026

I started to read labels of the gold records on the wall: Willie Colon, Hector Lavo, Cheo Feliciano, Celia Cruz, Ruben Blades, the Fania All Stars —all were represented.

From "Bodega Dreams" by Ernesto Quinonez