Jose Luis Feliciano Vega, better known as Cheo Feliciano (born July 3, 1935 in Ponce, Puerto Rico), is a composer and singer of salsa and bolero music. July 3 is the 184th day of the year (185th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar, with 181 days remaining. ... 1935 (MCMXXXV) was a common year starting on Tuesday (link will take you to calendar). ... Flag Seal Nickname: Ciudad de los Leones , La Perla del Sur Location Location within the island of Puerto Rico Government Country Puerto Rico Mayor Francisco Zayas Seijo (PPD) Geographical characteristics Area     City 302 km²     Land   ? km²     Water   ? km² Population     City (2000) 194,636     Density   669. ... Rock Music article is a good example of actual music history ! Gives credit where deserved, Not biased oriented views on music !!! This article contradicts another Wikipedia article at this link under salsa !!! http://en. ... The music of Puerto Rico has been influenced by African and European (especially Spanish) forms, and has become popular across the Caribbean and in some communities worldwide. ...

Cheo Feliciano

Cheo was raised and educated in the city of Ponce, which is located in the southern part of Puerto Rico. As a child, he was nicknamed "Cheo" by his family - a name which means Jose and is a term normally only used by close friends and family. However, the name stuck and became part of his everyday name (using the nickname avoids confusion with Jose Feliciano, another major Puerto Rican singer to whom he is not related). At a young age he was influenced by the bolero music of the "Trio Los Panchos". When he was only eight years old he formed his first group with his friends and named it "El Combo Las Latas". They were so poor that their musical instruments were made out of cans. Cheo attended the Free School of Music in Ponce after finishing his primary education where he studied and became a percussionist. Image File history File links Cheofeliciano. ... Image File history File links Cheofeliciano. ... José Montserrate Feliciano (born September 10, 1945 in Lares, Puerto Rico) is a Puerto Rican singer. ...

In 1952, Cheo moved with his family to New York City and settled down in Spanish Harlem. Here he auditioned as a percussionist in the "Ciro Rimac's Review" band - giving him his first professional musical job. Bandleader Tito Rodriguez, heard Cheo play and offered him a job in his orchestra; this he accepted but after playing for some time with Tito, he left the band to play the conga for Luis Cruz. Despite leaving he always remained on friendly terms with Tito. Cheo also played perussionist for "Kako y su Trabuco" orchestra. 1952 (MCMLII) was a Leap year starting on Tuesday (link will take you to calendar). ... Flag Seal Nickname: The Big Apple, The Capital of the World[1], Gotham Location Location in the state of New York Government Counties (Boroughs) Bronx (The Bronx) New York (Manhattan) Queens (Queens) Kings (Brooklyn) Richmond (Staten Island) Mayor Michael Bloomberg (R) Geographical characteristics Area    - City 1,214. ... This article or section is in need of attention from an expert on the subject. ... A bandleader is the director of a band of musicians. ... Tito Rodriguez a. ... The Boston Pops orchestra performing on the Charles River Esplanade in Boston, Massachusetts. ... A pair of congas The conga is a tall, narrow, single-headed Cuban drum of African origin, probably derived from the Congolese Makuta drums. ...

In 1955, Tito Rodriguez found out that Joe Cuba was in need of a singer for his sextet. Aware that Cheo was also a talented singer, Tito recommended that he try out for the position. Cheo auditioned and became a vocalist for the Joe Cuba Sextet. He was the rare baritone among salsa singers, and his deep voice and quick wit as an improviser made him a favorite among the Latino public. 1955 (MCMLV) was a common year starting on Saturday of the Gregorian calendar. ... Joe Cuba (born Jose Calderon (1931) in New York City) is a Puerto Rican musician considered by many to be the Father of Latin Boogaloo. Cubas parents immigrated from Puerto Rico in the late 1920s and settled down in Spanish Harlem, a Hispanic ghetto located in Manhattan. ... Sherrill Milnes as Toscas Baron Scarpia Baritone (French: baryton; German: Bariton; Italian: baritono) is most commonly the type of male voice that lies between bass and tenor. ...

On October 5, 1957, Cheo made his professional singing debut with the song "Perfidia" (He was also married on that same day). He sang for the sextet for a total of 10 years. During those years, he enjoyed successes with the following "hits",: October 5 is the 278th day of the year (279th in Leap years). ... 1957 (MCMLVII) was a common year starting on Tuesday of the Gregorian calendar. ...

• "A la Seis" (At Six),
• "Como Rien" (How They Laughed),
• "El Pito (I'll Never Go Back To Georgia)" and
• "El Raton" (The Rat), which he composed.

Cheo was also an anti-war activist during the Viet Nam War era. The Vietnam War was a war fought between 1957 and 1975 on the ground in South Vietnam and bordering areas of Cambodia and Laos (See Secret War) and in bombing runs (Rolling Thunder) over North Vietnam. ...

In 1967, Cheo joined the Eddie Palmieri Orchestra and sang for them for 2 years. However, an increasing addiction to heroin threatened his life and career. He decided to cure himself "cold turkey" and eventually join Puerto Rico's rehabilitation center, Hogares CREA. He credits Tite Curet Alonso, the author of most of his hits and his best friend, with pushing him through his rehabilitation. As a result, Cheo is a candid (and vehement) anti-drug spokesperson, who has volunteered to assist in the rehabilitation of fellow salsa artists who fall prey to drug addiction. 1967 (MCMLXVII) was a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar (the link is to a full 1967 calendar). ... Eddie Palmieri (born December 15, 1936 in New York City) - pianist and bandleader. ... Addiction is chronic disorder proposed to be precipitated by a combination of genetic, biological/pharmacological and social factors. ... To meet Wikipedias quality standards, this article or section may require cleanup. ... Tite Curet Alonso (February 26, 1926-August 5, 2003) born in Guayama, Puerto Rico was a renowned composer of over 2,000 salsa songs. ...

In 1972, Cheo came back to music and made album "Cheo", his first solo recording, which broke all sales records in the Latino music market. The album included: 1972 (MCMLXXII) was a leap year starting on Saturday (the link is to a full 1972 calendar). ...

• "Anacaona" and
• "Mi Triste Problema" (My Sad Problem).

During the 1970s, Cheo recorded for the "Fania Record Co." and had "Hits" with "Amada Mia" (My Love) and "Juan Albañil". He also participated in the first salsa opera "Hommy". The 1970s decade refers to the years from 1970 to 1979, inclusive. ... Sydney Opera House: one of the worlds most recognizable opera houses and landmarks Opera refers to a dramatic art form, originating in Europe, in which the emotional content or primary entertainment is conveyed to the audience as much through music, both vocal and instrumental, as it is through the...

In 1982, Cheo formed his own recording company called "Coche Records" and in 1985 he became the first singer of tropical themes to perform at the Amira de la Rosa Theater in Barranquilla, Colombia. In 1987, Cheo landed the role of Roberto Clementes father in the musical "Clemente". 1982 (MCMLXXXII) was a common year starting on Friday of the Gregorian calendar. ... This article is about the year. ... This article or section does not cite its references or sources. ... 1987 (MCMLXXXVII) was a common year starting on Thursday of the Gregorian calendar. ... Roberto Clemente Walker (August 18, 1934 – December 31, 1972) was a Major League Baseball right fielder and right-handed batter. ...

In 1990, he recorded his first album of boleros title "Los "Feelings" de Cheo". Cheo traveled and performed in many Latin American countries including Cuba and Venezuela. In Venezuela, he had a reencounter and performed with Eddie Palmieri. In 1995, Cheo won a Platinum Record Award for "La Combinacion Perfecta" (The Perfect Combination). This article is about the year. ... Latin America consists of the countries of South America and some of North America (including Central America and some the islands of the Caribbean) whose inhabitants mostly speak Romance languages, although Native American languages are also spoken. ... 1995 (MCMXCV) was a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ...

In 2000, Cheo recorded "Mil Voces, Mil Recuerdos" (A Thousand Voices, A Thousand Memories) as a tribute to various Puerto Rican singers. The album was named among the 20 outstanding recordings of the year by the National Fundation of the Popular Culture of Puerto Rico. In 2002, Cheo recorded "Cheo en la Intimidad". This article is about the year 2000. ... For album titles with the same name, see 2002 (album). ...

During the years, Cheo Feliciano has received the following recognitions:

• 1975-The Golded Cup-Venezuela,
• 1976-"Most Popular Artist" by Latin New York magazine,
• 1977-Daily News Front Page Award "Best Latin Vocalist",
• 1985-Owl of Gols-Panama, The Silver Chin Award-Miami, A Golden Agueybana Award-Puerto Rico,
• 1983-Honorable Son of Ponce and 1984,
• 1999-A Tribute in his honor from the Puerto Rican Senate.

Cheo Feliciano currently resides in Puerto Rico and continues to record boleros. He is also the anti-drugs spokesperson for the Government of Puerto Rico 1975 (MCMLXXV) was a common year starting on Wednesday (the link is to a full 1975 calendar). ... 1976 (MCMLXXVI) was a leap year starting on Thursday (the link is to a full 1976 calendar). ... For the album by Ash, see 1977 (album). ... This article is about the year. ... The Magic City, The American Riviera, The Sixth Borough Location of Miami in Miami-Dade County, Florida. ... 1983 (MCMLXXXIII) was a common year starting on Saturday of the Gregorian calendar. ... 1984 (MCMLXXXIV) was a leap year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ... 1999 (MCMXCIX) was a common year starting on Friday, and was designated the International Year of Older Persons by the United Nations. ... To meet Wikipedias quality standards, this article or section may require cleanup. ...

See also

• A comprehensive interview with Cheo by Puerto Rican newspaper Primera Hora, reprinted in 'AmericanSalsa.com'
• List of famous Puerto Ricans