Louie Ramirez

Louie Ramirez (February 24, 1938 – June 7, 1993)[1] was an American boogaloo, salsa and latin jazz percussionist, vibraphonist, band leader and composer.

He co-wrote with Johnny Pacheco the 1961 hit "El Güiro De Macorina".

[2] He made his professional debut with Joe Loco's band in 1956, replacing vibraphonist Pete Terrace.

[2] He appeared as a sideman or a production assistant on many recordings by other artists, such as Willie Colón, in the 1970s.

[4] On June 7, 1993, while driving along Junction Boulevard in Queens, New York, Ramirez suffered a fatal heart attack,[3] at the age of 55.