Ricky Villanueva

Ricky Villanueva is a Puerto Rican cuatrista, trovador, singer, and composer recognized for his contributions to Puerto Rico’s traditional jíbaro music. Raised in a family deeply rooted in the island’s troubadour tradition, he began performing at a young age and developed into an accomplished cuatro player, improviser, and vocalist. Villanueva has represented Puerto Rican folk music throughout the island and abroad, blending authenticity, musicianship, and cultural pride in every performance. Through his work as a performer and educator, he continues to preserve and promote the rich legacy of Puerto Rican trova and música típica for new generations.