R.I.P. Ibrahim Ferrer
A leading voice in Buena Vista Social Club, Ferrer passed away today at 78. The Cuban jazz musician first garnered attention in Pacho Alonso's band in the '50s but a few decades later he was shining shoes for a living. Ry Cooder plucked him out of obscurity for the Social Club CD and irorincally, Ferrer won Best 'New' Artist at ...
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