Billboard reports that Pacheco had previously “been hospitalised for complications stemming from pneumonia”.Fania Records, which came to be known as the ‘Latin Motown’, was set up by Pacheco and Jerry Masucci in 1963.
The pair started the label selling records from their car boots in Harlem, New York.Influential artists who released music on the label included Héctor Lavoe, Cheo Feliciano and Celia Cruz.
Fania closed in the early 1980s, leaving behind over 1,000 albums.Paying tribute to Pacheco on Instagram, Marc Anthony wrote: “Maestro of maestros and my good friend.
You were there for me from Day 1, and I am forever grateful for your support, for the opportunity to be in your presence and for your amazing legacy.”A post shared by Marc.
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