Urbano Moraes

Urbano Moraes is a Uruguayan musician born on February 27, 1949, in Montevideo. He is known as a bass player, singer, and composer. Moraes was part of the influential Uruguayan band **El Kinto**, which played a significant role in the development of the **candombe beat** movement in the 1960s. This genre combined Afro-Uruguayan rhythms with international influences like The Beatles and bossa nova. Moraes' contributions to El Kinto helped shape the musical landscape of Uruguay during that era.

Moraes has continued to be active in music, but specific details about his recent releases or collaborations are limited in available sources. However, it is known that he has been involved in various musical projects over the years, reflecting his enduring presence in the Uruguayan music scene.