Rubén Blades with Victor Manuelle and Marc Anthony

Rubén Blades, born in Panama City, is a celebrated vocalist, songwriter, actor, activist, and politician. A pioneer of salsa, he infused poetic lyrics and experimental tempos into the genre. Blades made impactful collaborations, notably with Willie Colón, creating hits like "Pedro Navaja." His albums, such as Siembra and Buscando América, reached significant acclaim. He won multiple Grammys and collaborated with artists like Wynton Marsalis. Also active in politics, Blades ran for Panama's presidency. As an actor, he has appeared in films and shows, including Fear the Walking Dead.

Marc Anthony, born in NYC, is a legendary salsa artist and pop star known for hits like "Vivir Mi Vida." He's won multiple Grammys and Latin Grammys and is famed for albums like "3.0" and "Opus." Anthony has collaborated with icons like Jennifer Lopez, Maluma, and Bad Bunny. As an actor, he starred as Héctor Lavoe in "El Cantante." His style fuses salsa with hip-hop, rock, and more, making him a versatile figure in Latin music.