Formed in Caracas in 1967 by visionary pianist and bandleader Ray Pérez, Los Calvos emerged as a groundbreaking force in Venezuelan salsa. Integrating a drum kit—unprecedented in salsa at the time—alongside vibrant trumpets and dual vocalists Carlos "Carlín" Asicio Rodríguez and Carlos "Calaven" Yanes, the band crafted a dynamic sound that fused traditional rhythms with jazz improvisation and surf rock influences. Their two seminal albums, "Estos Son Los Calvos" (1967) and "...Y Que Calvos!" (1968), remain celebrated for their innovative contributions to the genre. ([loscalvos.bandcamp.com](https://loscalvos.bandcamp.com/?utm_source=openai))