Poncho Sanchez

Poncho Sanchez, born in Laredo, TX, is a Grammy-winning conguero and Latin jazz bandleader. Influenced by Machito, Tjader, and Parker, Sanchez's unique style blends straight-ahead jazz, soul, funk, and Afro-Latin rhythms. Notable collaborations include Tito Puente, Freddie Hubbard, and Terence Blanchard. His hits, like "Latin Soul" and "Chano y Dizzy!," topped jazz charts, cementing his legacy in Latin jazz.