Ronny de la Salsa Wins the Golden Congo at Barranquilla Carnival 2026
Cartagena artist Ronal Daniel Hernández Moreno, known artistically as “Ronny de la Salsa,” won the Golden Congo in the Salsa category during the Noche de Orquestas of the Barranquilla Carnival 2026, one of the most important musical stages in the Colombian Caribbean.
TL;DR
- Ronny de la Salsa (Ronal Daniel Hernández Moreno) won the Congo de Oro in the Salsa category at the Barranquilla Carnival 2026 Noche de Orquestas.
- He is 21 years old, originally from Cartagena, and resides in Turbaco.
- This was his first participation in the Noche de Orquestas.
- The award required months of preparation, including intensive rehearsals and vocal workshops.
- His team consists mainly of family members, with his father, Ronald Hernández, being a key influence.
- Ronny previously participated in the Caracol Televisión musical program 'La Descarga' in 2024 as the youngest contestant.
- Future plans include releasing covers, producing an album with champeta songs adapted to salsa, and reinterpreting classics by Nelson Ned and Nelson Pinedo.
- He encourages young talented individuals in Cartagena to pursue their musical dreams despite external doubts.