Ray Palacio, born in Barranquilla, Colombia, is a distinguished salsa artist from the Caribbean coast. He began his musical journey at age 15 with La Rebelión and later gained experience with Carlos Ayens' Orchestra before joining Grupo Raíces de Colombia, known for the hit "Fiesta," the anthem of Colombia’s national soccer team.

His dedication earned him the prestigious Congo de Oro for Best Salsa Artist and Best Voice at the 2020 Barranquilla Colombia Carnival. Recently, he released his debut solo album, Sigo Caminando, produced by the renowned Maestro Diego Galé, featuring his original songs "Salsa pa' los Salseros" and "Canto a mi Gente."

With passion, dedication, and love for salsa, Ray continues to inspire and leave a lasting impact on salsa enthusiasts worldwide.