Rubén Rada is an outstanding Uruguayan musician, composer and percussionist. Born in Montevideo on July 16, 1943, Rada had a profound impact on the musical landscape of Uruguay and beyond, particularly through his unique blend of candombe, rock, jazz and other genres.
His groundbreaking work not only helped popularize candombe music but also influenced a generation of musicians throughout Latin America.
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- Full name: Ruben Omar Radha Silva
- Nickname: El Negro Lada
- Date of birth: July 16, 1943
- Age: 81 years old
- Gender: Male
- Birthplace: Montevideo, Uruguay
- Nationality: Uruguayan
- Occupation: Musician, composer, percussionist, television personality
- Height: Not applicable
- Parents: Rene Rada (father), Catalina Silva (mother)
- Siblings: Not applicable
- Spouse: Patricia Jondalar
- Children: Lucilla Reuben, Matthias Reuben and Julietta Reuben
- Relationship status: Married
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: Afro-Uruguayan descent
- Net worth: $5 million
early life and education
Rubén Rada, 81, was born on July 16, 1943 in Montevideo near Palermo. He grew up in a culturally rich environment and was influenced by a variety of music from an early age. His father, a musician, introduced him to jazz and traditional Uruguayan music, while his mother encouraged his artistic pursuits.
Rada began playing music as a child, learning the tamboril (a type of drum used in candombe), and later expanded his skills to include guitar and other instruments.
His early experiences included singing for ticket sellers at local theaters to gain access to movies and learning songs from movies. At the age of thirteen, he joined a Dixieland band called the Hot Blowers, where he developed his performing skills.
personal life
Rubén Rada is married to Patricia Jodara and has three children: Lucila, Matías and Julieta.
Profession
Rubén Rada’s professional music career officially began in 1965, when he formed the band El Kinto Conjunto. The band was instrumental in creating the so-called “candombe beat,” which combined traditional candombe rhythms with rock elements. Despite initial challenges in gaining recognition, Rada’s innovative approach ultimately won widespread acclaim.
He achieved great success with this song in the late 1960s “Ras Manzanas” The song became a national hit and marked the beginning of his solo career. Over the years, Rada has released more than thirty albums, demonstrating his ability to blend genres while being deeply rooted in Uruguayan musical tradition.
His discography includes notable compositions such as “Candombe Beat” (1971), “Lada” (1974), “family” (1980), and “Cambia New Village” (2001). During his career, he has collaborated with numerous artists of different genres and performed internationally with renowned musicians.
Rada’s contributions go beyond performance. He has also worked as a television presenter and producer. His charismatic personality and deep knowledge of music have made him a beloved figure in Uruguayan culture.
Awards
- Graffiti Award for Best Album
- Honorary title for promoting Candombe and Afro-Uruguayan culture
net worth
Rubén Rada’s net worth is estimated to be approximately $5 million. His wealth was built up through decades of record sales, concert tours and various artistic endeavors.
social media
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discography
- candombe beat (1971)
- Lada (1974)
- family life (1980)
- cumbia new village (2001)
- The future of Candombe (2009)
- cumbia village (2014)
