Angel Canales

Salsa Music Pioneer

Angel Canales is a salsa singer from Puerto Rico who gained prominence in the 1970s. Known for his distinctive voice and unique style of salsa, Canales became a notable figure in the Latin music scene. He led his own band, Angel Canales y su Salsa Orchestra, and was known for hits such as "Lejos de Ti" and "Sabor Los Rumberos Nuevos." His music often featured innovative arrangements and a strong sense of rhythm, which helped to distinguish him from his contemporaries. Throughout his career, Canales contributed to the evolution of salsa music, although he maintained a somewhat enigmatic presence in the industry, rarely granting interviews or appearing in public. Despite this, his influence on the genre has been recognized by salsa enthusiasts and he remains a respected figure in the history of Latin American music.