BOMBA, THE RHYTHM OF AFRO-PUERTO RICAN CULTURE

Spread the loveAvellon Williams  PUERTO RICO – As one of the earliest music forms, Bomba predated salsa and reggaeton. Embracing Puerto Rico’s African heritage is an essential part of the island’s identity. With its origins in African slavery, the rhythm has evolved into a community expression of Afro-Puerto Rican culture that combines both dance and music. … Continue reading BOMBA, THE RHYTHM OF AFRO-PUERTO RICAN CULTURE