Pedro Laza was a pioneering Colombian musician and bandleader whose vibrant compositions helped shape the sound of 20th-century tropical music. Blending cumbia, porro, and other Caribbean rhythms, he brought the spirit of Colombia’s coast to international audiences. Leading his ensemble, Pedro Laza y Sus Pelayeros, he recorded numerous timeless hits that bridged folkloric traditions and urban dance culture. His innovative arrangements, infectious grooves, and deep cultural roots cemented his legacy as one of the key architects of modern Colombian popular music.