La Palabra (musician)

La Palabra
Birth nameRodolfo M. Foster
Also known asFito Foster, La Palabra
OriginNew York City
GenresAfro-Cuban jazz, son montuno, guaracha, Salsa romántica
Occupation(s)Songwriter, composer, arranger, producer, band leader
InstrumentPiano
Years active1966-present
LabelsTornillo Records, LoveCat Music
WebsitePalabra Online

La Palabra (born Rodolfo M. Foster in Caimanera, Cuba) is an American bandleader, singer-songwriter, pianist, record producer, and arranger, known for his versatile approach to music, particularly his invention of the Salsa romantica Latin music genre and his signature style of Afro-Cuban-influenced, sensual Latin jazz.