Héctor Lavoe

Héctor Lavoe is a popular música tropical artist from Puerto Rico, born on September 30, 1946.

Héctor Lavoe (born Héctor Juan Pérez Martínez, September 30, 1946 in Ponce, Puerto Rico - d. June 29, 1993 in New York City) was a Puerto Rican salsa singer. He has performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls featuring Salsa, as well as Jazz events like the Newport Jazz Festival. His recordings have also garnered him many awards and gold albums. His success is attributed to his musical expression of his unique jibaro salsa flavor and his love for Puerto Rico. . Popular albums include "Asalto Navideño, Vols. 1 & 2", "De Ti Depende" and "Masterworks: La Voz".