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Mongo Santamaría

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Born Apr 7, 1917 — Died Feb 1, 2003
From Havana, Cuba
Biography

Ramón 'Mongo' Santamaría Rodríguez was a Cuban percussionist and bandleader who spent most of his career in the United States. Primarily a conga drummer, he was a leading figure in the pachanga and boogaloo dance crazes of the 1960s.

Also Known As
Ramón "Mongo" Santamaría Rodríguez Ramón Santamaría Rodríguez