The group is led by singer-songwriter Vladimir Dotel and also includes David Diaz and Junior Pimentel.

In 1996, the single "La Morena" was a massive hit and Peaked at 6 on RPM Dance Charts in Canada.

[6][7] En la Mira, was nominated for "Best Rap Album of The Year" at the 1999 Latin Billboard Music Awards.

Their performances at the 1998 Viña del Mar International Song Festival in Chile were in remembrance of him.

[3] In 2013, Ilegales received the nomination of "Tropical Songs Artist of the Year, Duo or Group" at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards.