Hugo Blanco
Hugo Blanco (September 25, 1940 – June 14, 2015) was a renowned Venezuelan musician born in Caracas, Venezuela. He is celebrated for his contribution to Venezuelan music, particularly as the composer of the globally recognized song "Moliendo Café," which he wrote in 1958 at the age of 18. This song has become a popular chant among football fans worldwide, known as "Dale Cavese."
Blanco began his musical journey at the age of 15 when he purchased a cuatro, a traditional Venezuelan instrument, and taught himself to play by listening to the radio. He innovated a new style of Venezuelan music by fusing Cuban music with joropo, which he named "the orquídea" after Venezuela's national flower.
In the 1960s, he collaborated with Simón Díaz to compose many popular gaitas, known as Gaitas de las Locas, and founded Las Cuatro Monedas, considered the first Venezuelan ska group. During the 1970s, he established the Venezuelan group Los Hijos De Ña Carmen.
Blanco's song "La Vecina" gained international exposure by being featured in an episode of the TV series Miami Vice. His discography is extensive, including albums such as "Tropicana," "El Nuevo Ritmo Moliendo Cafe," and "Bailables con Hugo Blanco" series. He also collaborated with artists like Simón Díaz and Joselo Díaz on various projects.
Hugo Blanco's legacy in Venezuelan music is marked by his innovative contributions and the enduring popularity of his compositions.
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