Joe Bataan, born Bataan Nitollano in 1942, is a Filipino-African American musician from New York City. He is often associated with the boogaloo sound of the 1960s, which blends R&B with Latin rhythms. Bataan's career took off in the late 1960s after he signed with Fania Records, a label known for its promotion of salsa and Latin music. His innovative style combined soul with Latin influences, which helped him gai
... MoreJoe Bataan, born Bataan Nitollano in 1942, is a Filipino-African American musician from New York City. He is often associated with the boogaloo sound of the 1960s, which blends R&B with Latin rhythms. Bataan's career took off in the late 1960s after he signed with Fania Records, a label known for its promotion of salsa and Latin music. His innovative style combined soul with Latin influences, which helped him gain a significant following.
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