Elkin Ramírez

Elkin Ramírez (born Medellín, October 26, 1962) is a Colombian singer-songwriter, and leader of the band Kraken.^[1]

Ramírez was born in the Belen neighborhood, of Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia in October 1962.

He is a self-taught artist, training himself and his vocal technique. He belonged to bands such as Kripzy (1981–1982) and Ferrotrack (1983–1984).

In 1985, Ramirez joined Kraken as founder and leader. He is the author and composer of most of the band songs, concept and lyrics: he is also the lead singer.

In 2008, Ramirez debuted as an actor playing a hit man in the Colombian feature film Cain's Ethic (La Etica de Cain) directed by Edward Ruiz.

References

^ "Elkin Ramírez, líder de Kraken. Lo que yo canto, es lo que soy" (in Spanish). Radionica. 6 January 2008. Retrieved 19 July 2010. ^{[dead link]}

[1] "Elkin Ramírez, líder de Kraken. Lo que yo canto, es lo que soy" (in Spanish). Radionica. 6 January 2008. Retrieved 19 July 2010. ^{[dead link]}

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