Los Muñequitos de Matanzas
Los Muñequitos de Matanzas, a Cuban rumba ensemble, was formed on October 9,
1952, in the barrio of La Marina, Matanzas. The group initially performed as
Conjunto Guaguancó Matancero and released their first LP in 1956 through Puchito
Records. Their breakthrough came with the hit song "Los Muñequitos," which led
to a name change. In 1958, Panart Records released two compilations featuring
their earlier recordings. The group disbanded in the early 1960s but reformed by
the end of the decade. Notable albums include Cantar Maravilloso (1990), Rumba
Caliente 88/77 (1992), and Óyelos ...
