Roberto Ledesma Explained

Roberto Ledesma (born 26 June 1924) is a Cuban-born American bolero singer who emigrated to the United States in 1960.[1] [2] Among his well-known recordings is a version of "Son de la Loma".[3] He turned 100 on 24 June 2024.[4]

Notes and References

  1. http://www.fundacionjoseguillermocarrillo.com/sitio/muspopular_roberto_ledesma.php fundacionjoseguillermocarrillo.com Roberto Ledesma
  2. Billboard - 17 march 1973 - Page 56 "LATIN-AMERICAN singer Roberto Ledesma, seated, signs a new contract with Miami-based Musart Records. Joining Ledesma for the occasion is Eliseo Valdes, president of the label."
  3. The Rough Guide to Cuban Music Philip Sweeney - 2001- Page 109 "Leyendas: Mister Pachanga and his Orchestra Sony Tropical, US A good set of chachachas and pachangas, including a novel version of "Son de la Loma" recorded in the mid 1960s with the singer Roberto Ledesma, then at the beginning of ..."
  4. Web site: Cubaneando with Viviam Maria, June 26th, 2024: Happy 100th, Roberto Ledesma! Birthday radio special. WDNA Radio. June 26, 2024. June 30, 2024.

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