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Chamaco Rivera
Puerto Rican singer and songwriter
Musical artist
Cristóbal Senquis Rivera (born November 16, 1946), known professionally as Chamaco Rivera, is a Puerto Rican singer and songwriter.[1]
Early life
Rivera was born in Guayama, Puerto Rico to parents Vicenta Senquis and Carmelo Rivera.
At age 14, Rivera discovered his passion for singing when composer Alfonso Pillot gave him the opportunity to sing in his band.[1]
Career
In 1962, Rivera moved to New York City.
Chamaco rivera biography of mahatma gandhi
The following year, he joined the band New Jersey Swing Combo. He also sang in Mike Hernández's band, where he was given the nickname "Chamaco" as Rivera was the youngest member of the groud.[1][2]
In 1970, Rivera began performing with Willie Rosario's band and was featured in his album De Donde Nace el Ritmo, in which he recorded his well-known hit "La Vida".
He also recorded a second album, Mas Ritmo, with Rosario in 1972. Rivera was also one of the fea