The Joe Cuba Sextet was a prominent Latin music group of the mid-20th century, led by vibraphonist Joe Cuba. The band was a key player in the development of the New York Latin music scene and the boogaloo genre, blending Afro-Cuban rhythms with jazz, R&B, and soul influences. Notable members included vocalist Cheo Feliciano and pianist Nick Jiménez. Their 1966 hit, "Bang! Bang!," is regarded as a landmark in the boogaloo movement, demonstrating the group's innovative, cross-cultural sound.