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Blas Duran

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Biography

Blas Durán, born on September 3, 1949, in Las Colmenas, Nagua, Dominican Republic, was a singer known for his contributions to bachata. He began his musical journey in the early 1960s, creating compositions after visiting his cousin Edilio Paredes' recording studio. Durán's first single, "Clavelito," was released in 1969. In 1985, he introduced a new dimension to bachata by incorporating electronic instruments, earning him the title "el padre de la bachata moderna." He released albums such as A rojo vivo (199o) and El Consejo a las Mujeres (1985). Durán's music, though controversial for its sexual innuendos, gained widespread popularity due to his comedic style. He passed away on March 28, 2023.
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