Johnny Cruz was born in New York City on July 7, 1959. He was born in New York City, and grew up in Puerto Rico. In the 1970’s, he began his musical journey. He started playing the trombone, but one year later switched to the timbales. He began taking drummer lessons at The Boys Harbor School of Music for many years. He studied latin percussion instruments like the drums, bongo congas and timbale. Johnny Cruz y Su Generacion was his own band that he started in the 1980’s. After fourteen years of being together, Johnny started his own band called Johnny Cruz y Su Generacion. Johnny also owns his brownstone, where he has his recording studio and store. Tifffany Records Enterprise Corporation and Tiffany Records Recording Studio are his businesses. His latest project is his first major success in the music business. Johnny was able to record his album with some of the most talented musicians and singers in the salsa music industry earlier this year. He formed the band Johnny Cruz and The Dream Team Band. His album will feature such singers like Adlaberto Santiago and Frankie Vasquez. from http://www.myspace.com/johnnycruzdreamteamband
