Died On This Date (May 19, 2009) Ricardo “Papin” Abreu / Respected Cuban Drummer

Ricardo Abreu
DOB Unknown – May 19, 2009

papinesAlong with his brothers, Ricardo Abreu formed Los Papines, a popular Cubun band over 45 years ago.  The band was somewhat unique in that it was just vocals and percussion.  The band has been very influential to countless Afro-Cuban musicians that have come since.  They have been named a National Cultural Heritage of Cuba.  Abreu died of a stroke at the age of 75.