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Mar 30, 2022 · Although Latin music covers a lot of different styles, it’s usually defined as music with a Portuguese or Spanish twist, with a catchy beat, sung in these languages. Latin music can originate from just about anywhere, although it’s most prevalent in Spain, the Caribbean, and the Americas.
Mar 7, 2006 · An eclectic range of influences is at the heart of Latin Alternative, a music created by young players who have been raised not only on their parents' music but also on rock, hip-hop and...
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- Once in a Lifetime – Talking Heads (1981) A perfect example of alternative lyrics discussing social issues and inner turmoil, “Once in a Lifetime” is a kitschy, non-stop thrill ride from start to finish.
- People Are People – Depeche Mode (1984) Used as a self-acceptance anthem since its release, “People are People” by famed alternative musicians Depeche Mode is one of the most famous alternative jams of the 80s.
- Smells Like Teen Spirit – Nirvana (1991) “Smells Like Teen Spirit” did not just define the alternative genre – it outlined a decade. The iconic Nirvana hit launched the grunge era of the 90s and led to an immense increase in the popularity of alternative music.
- You Oughta Know – Alanis Morissette (1995) Finally, an alternative song by a woman! “You Oughta Know” is one of the most popular songs ever recorded, not to mention one of the most revolutionary.
Aug 6, 2010 · Latin Alternative is a little bit of everything from everywhere mixed into a completely new Latino soundscape. We think cumbia sounds perfect when mixed with electronica or when dancehall...
Sep 20, 2023 · Exploring the history of Latin music takes us all the way back to pre-colonial times. How did ancient ceremonial music fuse with European languages, African instruments and rhythms to create 21st century Latin genres such as reggaeton?
Jun 26, 2021 · Latin music (Portuguese and Spanish: música latina) is a term used by the music industry as a catch-all term for music that comes from Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking areas of the world, namely Ibero-America and the Iberian Peninsula, as well as music sung in either language.
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Sep 13, 2022 · WHAT DEFINES THE SOUND: A repeating five-beat rhythmic pattern called a quintillo played by three key instruments: a diatonic accordion, a two-headed hand drum called tambora and a metal scraper...
