Los Melódicos, one of Venezuela’s most iconic tropical music bands, was founded
in 1958 and quickly rose to prominence as a major force in the genre. Their
debut performance on July 15, 1958, aired on Radio Caracas Televisión, and that
same year, they released their first album, Estos son Los Melódicos. Known for
their vibrant style and dynamic performances, the band achieved international
acclaim in 1959, becoming the first Venezuelan group to tour abroad with a
landmark performance in Havana, Cuba. Founded by Renato Capriles, with
influences and arrangements from Billo Frómeta,...