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Machito
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Percussionists · 1912–1984

Machito

American-Cuban Latin jazz musician (1912-1984)

Born
16 February 1912
Havana
Died
15 April 1984
London
Country
Cuba
Active
1928–
Record labels
Mercury Records
Discography
4 albums

Biography

Machito was a jazz musician who played percussion instrument and voice. Machito was born on 16 February 1912 in Havana and died on 15 April 1984 in London. The music is usually filed under Latin jazz. Record labels: Mercury Records. The discography here lists 4 albums, from “Afro-Cuban Jazz: The Music of Chico O'Farrill” (1956) to “Tito Meets Machito: The Mambo Kings” (1997). Honours include Grammy Award for Best Latin Recording (1983) and International Latin Music Hall of Fame (1999).

Frank Grillo (born Francisco Raúl Gutiérrez Grillo; December 3, 1909 – April 15, 1984) known professionally as Machito (previously as Macho), was a Latin jazz musician who helped refine Afro-Cuban jazz and played a key role in the creation of both Cubop and salsa music. He was raised in Havana with his foster sister, the singer Graciela. In New York City, Machito formed the Afro-Cubans in 1940, and with Mario Bauzá as musical director, brought together Cuban rhythms and big band arrangements in one group. He made numerous recordings from the 1940s to the 1980s, many with Graciela as singer. Machito changed to a smaller ensemble format in 1975, touring Europe extensively. He brought his son and daughter into the band, and received a Grammy Award in 1983, one year before he died.

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Discography

Studio and live albums

Afro-Cuban Jazz: The Music of Chico O'Farrill 1956
Mambo Caravan 1956
Kenya 1958
Tito Meets Machito: The Mambo Kings 1997

Awards

Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Machito play?

Machito is known for playing percussion instrument and voice.

When and where was Machito born?

Machito was born 16 February 1912 in Havana.

What are Machito's best-known albums?

Albums in our database include Afro-Cuban Jazz: The Music of Chico O'Farrill (1956), Mambo Caravan (1956), Kenya (1958) and Tito Meets Machito: The Mambo Kings (1997).

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