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Raul Malo, soulful tenor and frontman of The Mavericks, dies at 60

Raul Malo, soulful tenor and frontman of The Mavericks, dies at 60

Summary

Raul Malo, the lead singer of The Mavericks, passed away at the age of 60. He had been battling cancer and shared his health challenges publicly. The Mavericks, known for their diverse music style, won several awards under Malo's leadership.

Key Facts

  • Raul Malo was the lead singer of the band The Mavericks.
  • He died at 60 years old after fighting cancer.
  • Malo had been receiving treatment for colon cancer and a rare condition called leptomeningeal disease.
  • The Mavericks canceled some tour dates due to his health issues.
  • Malo co-founded The Mavericks in 1989 in Miami.
  • The band is known for mixing different music styles, like country, rock, and Latin.
  • The Mavericks won a Grammy and several other music awards.
  • Malo is survived by his wife, three sons, mother, sister, and his bandmates.

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