Jesús Alejandro Pérez, also known as "El Niño," is a Cuban-Canadian multi-instrumentalist and bandleader renowned for his contributions to the salsa genre. Born in Havana, he emigrated to the United States at a young age, earning his nickname as the youngest member in various bands. Proficient in piano, flute, tres, and percussion, Pérez's arrangements emphasize traditional Cuban sounds like charanga, son, and rumba. He has collaborated with notable artists such as Ricardo Lemvo's Makina Loca and Edwin Bonilla, and his work has been featured in video game soundtracks like "Tropico." ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jes%C3%BAs_Alejandro_P%C3%A9rez?utm_source=openai)) Yousy Bárbara Ruiz is a Cuban singer celebrated for her dynamic performances in jazz, salsa, merengue, rumba, and guaracha. Born in Camagüey, she began her musical journey in local choirs before joining esteemed Cuban groups like La Charanga 86 and Las Chicas Del Sol. Ruiz's powerful voice has drawn comparisons to the legendary Celia Cruz. She has performed internationally, including at the Montreal Jazz Festival, and collaborated with artists such as Adalberto y Su Son and Mayito Rivera. Her music continues to resonate globally, solidifying her status as a prominent figure in Cuban music. ([buenamusica.com](https://www.buenamusica.com/yousy-barbara-ruiz/biografia?utm_source=openai))