Latin America Music: What’s Hot in 2015
Looking for some hot new music from Latin America? Check out our list of the top tunes from 2015!
Reggaeton
Reggaeton is a musical genre that originated in Puerto Rico during the late 1990s. It is a fusion of Latin American and Caribbean music with hip hop, R&B, and electronic music. Reggaeton is extremely popular in Latin America, the Caribbean, and the United States. The most well-known reggaeton artist is Daddy Yankee.
Bachata
Bachata is a genre of music that originated in the Dominican Republic in the early part of the 20th century. It is a blend of Dominican and African musical styles, and is typically played with acoustic guitars, percussion, and maracas. The lyrics of bachata songs often deal with themes of love, heartbreak, and longing.
In recent years, bachata has become increasingly popular in Latin America and the United States. Bachata bands such as Aventura and Romeo Santos have topped the Latin music charts with their catchy melodies and romantic lyrics. If you’re looking for something new to listen to from Latin America, be sure to check out some of these hot bachata tunes from 2015!
Merengue
Merengue is a type of music and dance that originated in the Dominican Republic. It is extremely popular throughout Latin America and the Caribbean and has also become popular in other parts of the world, especially in the United States.
Merengue is usually performed by a band that consists of drums, guitars, trumpets, and other percussion instruments. The music is fast-paced and lively, and it often has a catchy melody that people can’t help but dance to.
Merengue is typically danced by couples who hold each other close as they move their hips and feet to the music. The dance is simple but can be very sensual, and it is often considered to be one of the most romantic Latin dances.
If you’re looking for something new to listen to or Dance to in 2015, be sure to check out some merengue!
Salsa
Salsa is a popular genre of music that originated in Latin America. The name salsa means “sauce” in Spanish, and the music is often spicy and lively. Salsa is usually danced to a faster tempo than other Latin American dances, such as cha-cha or merengue.
Salsa music first became popular in the 1940s, when Cuban and Puerto Rican musicians started playing it in New York City nightclubs. Since then, salsa has spread to other parts of the world, including Europe and Asia.
There are many different types of salsa, but some of the most popular are Cuban salsa, Colombian salsa, Puerto Rican salsa, and New York-style salsa. Each type of salsa has its own unique rhythms and melodies.
Some of the most popular salsa songs include “Oye Como Va” by Tito Puente, “El Mundo” by Eddie Palmieri, “Aguanile” by Marc Anthony, and “La Vida es un Carnaval” by Celia Cruz.
Cumbia
Cumbia is a musical style that originated in Colombia. It is a mix of African, European, and Indigenous music. Cumbia is very popular in Latin America, especially in Colombia and Mexico. It is also popular in the United States among Latinos.
Cumbia is usually played with drums, bass, guitars, and keyboards. Cumbia music often has a festive feeling and is often played at parties and celebrations.
There are many different styles of cumbia. Colombian cumbia is the original style of cumbia. Mexican cumbia is a mix of cumbia and norteño music. Andean cumbia is from the Andes region of South America and has a mix of indigenous and European influences.
C Umbria was originally a poor man’s music, but it has become more mainstream in recent years. In 2015, you can hear cumbia on the radio, in clubs, and at parties all over Latin America.
Latin pop
Jeffrey Tambor, Alanna Ubach and activity energy. Gloria Estefan attending “Abracadabra” Latin American Music Awards at Houseton 2016. Angela Weiss/Getty Images for dick clark Productions
Pop music has a language all its own. It can be sincere, hopeful, sexy, angry or simply meant to make you move. In 2015, the best Latin pop came from a mix of veteran superstars and fresh faces making their marks on the ever-changing landscape of pop music.
Juanes took home top honors at the Latin Grammys in November with his album “MTV Unplugged,” which featured a mix of new songs and some of his biggest hits performed acoustic with a full orchestra. The Colombian rocker has always been unafraid to experiment with different sounds and styles, and “MTV Unplugged” is his most ambitious project to date.
Mexican pop duo Jesse & Joy also won big at the Latin Grammys, taking home three awards including Song of the Year for “Ecos de Amor.” The siblings have been making beautiful music together for more than a decade, and their latest album “Un Besito Mas” is proof that they’re only getting better with age.
Pop princess Gloria Trevi made a triumphant return to the charts in 2015 with her first studio album in six years, “La Gran Señora.” The Mexican singer has always been known for her provocatively personal lyrics, and she doesn’t hold back on this record, addressing everything from motherhood to infidelity.
These are just a few of the many incredible albums that came out of Latin America this year. So if you’re looking for something new to add to your playlist, you can’t go wrong with any of these picks.
