Maelo Ruiz

Salsa romántica singer from Puerto Rico

Maelo Ruiz - Salsa romántica singer from Puerto Rico
Born

October 22nd, 1966
58 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Puerto Rico

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Born in New York City, a prominent singer in the salsa romántica genre. Began a music career in the late 1980s and gained significant popularity throughout Latin America. Released multiple albums that contributed to the evolution of salsa music. Collaborated with various artists and became a fixture in the Latin music landscape.

Released hit albums such as 'Entre Tú y Yo'

Performed at major salsa festivals

Collaborated with artists like Gilberto Santa Rosa

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