Latin music genres

Mariachi (, , ) is a genre of regional Mexican music dating back to at least the 18th century, evolving over time in the countryside of various regions of western Mexico. The usual mariachi group today consists of as many as eight violins, two trumpets and at least one guitar, including a high-pitched Mexican Vihuela and an acoustic bass guitar called a guitarrón, and all players take turns singing lead and doing backup vocals.

upbeat Latin music mixed with American pop music

Bolero is a genre of song which originated in eastern Cuba in the late 19th century as part of the trova tradition. Unrelated to the older Spanish dance of the same name, bolero is characterized by sophisticated lyrics dealing with love. It has been called the "quintessential Latin American romantic song of the twentieth century".

genre of jazz with Latin American rhythms

term to describe a music subgenre consisting in melting traditional sounds and elements of Latin American and Caribbean folk with rock music

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music genre

subgenre of house music

genre of Mexican music related to polka and corridos

music genre, style of Mexican music heavy on brass and percussion

subgenre of Latin hip-hop music

thumb | right | alt=Cuban rumba dancers at the workers square in Camagüey, Cuba. | Cuban rumba dancers at the workers square in Camagüey, Cuba. The term rumba may refer to a variety of unrelated music styles. Originally, "rumba" was used as a synonym for "party" in northern Cuba, and by the late 19th century it was used to denote the complex of secular music styles known as Cuban rumba. Since the early 20th century the term has been used in different countries to refer to distinct styles of music and dance, most of which are only tangentially related to the original Cuban rumba, if at all. The

Grupera (also known as Grupero or Onda Grupera) is a subgenre of regional Mexican music. It reached the height of its popularity in the 1990s, especially in rural areas. Grupera music traces its roots to the rock groups of the 1960s, yet has evolved significantly over time. Typically performed by ensembles of four or more musicians, the genre prominently features electric guitars, electronic keyboards, and drums. The popularity of grupera music surged notably during the 1980s, propelling it into commercial viability and establishing its place within the Latin music landscape. Today, the genre

Alternative music fused with Latin music

movement and genre of Chilean traditional and folk pop incorporating strong political and social themes