Juan Carlos Cáceres was a multifaceted Argentine musician, painter, and composer born on October 4, 1936, in Buenos Aires, Argentina and he passed away on April 5, 2015. A proponent of Tango Negro, Cáceres was known for his deep exploration of the African roots of tango, milonga, and candombe, emphasizing the genre's historical depth and complexity. He was not only a revered pianist but also played the trombone and sang, with his music often characterized by a blend of sultry rhythms and moody, atmospheric elements that reflected the diverse influences of the Rio de la Plata region.

Cáceres launched his artistic career in Buenos Aires but spent much of his life in Paris, France, after moving there in 1968. His work was a reflection of his strong cultural identity and an assertion of the African influence in Rio de la Plata's music – something that had often been overlooked. With releases like "Tango Negro (En Vivo)" and "Vieux Tango," he paid homage to the genre's traditional elements while infusing his own contemporary and global sensibilities. His album "De Villoldo a Piazzola" illustrates his journey through the evolution of tango, showcasing a profound understanding from its early days with Ángel Villoldo to the revolutionary tangos of Astor Piazzolla. A prolific artist until his last days, Cáceres’s contribution to Latin American music has left an indelible mark, as he has successfully brought to light the rich, African-influenced tapestry inherent in the fabric of tango.