Mr. DJ Tony Rios “El Salsero”
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With over 41 years as a dynamic multimedia performer and Latino music personality, Tony Rios—widely known as “El Salsero”—has become a cultural icon in the Midwest Latino community. He is the President & CEO of Tony Rios Enterprises, Inc., and the charismatic host of the long-running Voces Latinas TV Show, airing since 1996 on Buckeye Broadband Channel 69.
Tony balances his artistic career with his role as UAW Communications Lead at the Toledo Assembly Complex, home of Jeep in Toledo, Ohio. As a recording artist for Rio Records, he has released five albums and three music videos, showcasing his talents as both a singer and trumpeter with his band, Tony Rios & Company Latino Dance Band.
His accolades include:
7-time Midwest Tejano Music Award Winner, including Song of the Year and Male Entertainer of the Year
Diamante Award recipient, presented by Image of NW Ohio
Recognized as Associate Producer of “The Best of the Midwest” on La Prensa Records
Selected by the Ohio Department of Public Safety as spokesperson for the “Be The Designated Driver” campaign
Featured in a CitiFest Toledo PSA celebrating cultural diversity through his music
Tony is a sought-after DJ, spinning Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, ChaCha, and Cumbia & much more at clubs, festivals, and special events—including Salsa Nights at Hollywood Casino. His dedication to community service includes past appointments to the Board of Community Relations by the Mayor of Toledo, and active involvement in LatinoFest Toledo and Avance Latinx Académico Society (ALAS).
Tony Rios continues to uplift and energize audiences with his passion for Latino music, culture, and community.