Join us at for an Exclusive LIVE Taping of the Cultural Kultivators Podcast Featuring the Legendary Joe Bataan!
Immerse yourself in the soulful stories of Joe Bataan, the King of Latin Soul, as he shares his journey and musical legacy in this exclusive interview. Hosted by our team at Balay Kreative & Cultural Kultivators, this special event takes place at CAST, an intimate blackbox theater in SOMA.
This gathering offers an unique opportunity to connect with fellow music lovers and cultural enthusiasts. With limited seating available, be sure to register ASAP to secure your spot for this unforgettable experience to meet Joe Bataan. This is a podcast recording YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS!
ABOUT JOE BATAAN
The King of Latin Soul Biography Boogaloo, Latin Soul, Rhythm and Blues, Salsa, Disco, Latin Funk, Latin R&B Latin Jazz, Rap …. What didn’t Joe Bataan sing? Joe Bataan was born and raised in Spanish Harlem (East Side of Manhattan New York) in 1942 to an African-American mother and Filipino father. His given name was Bataan Nitollano.
His musical experience started in the street corner singing do-wops in the 1950’s. During his teenage years, Bataan associated himself with street gangs. At the age of 15 he spent five years at Coxsackie State Prison for riding in a stolen vehicle. It is unknown if he was the driver of the stolen vehicle. In prison he learned music and six months after his release, he began to record music. Bataan visualized an incredible vision that perhaps several recording artist may have said it is impossible to do. His visual modality was to combine Latin music with Rhythm and Blues.