Puerto Rico has become home to some of the most dynamic rhythms in the world. This guide traces the genres development both in Puerto Rico and the Nuyorican communities of the United States. It showcases the most innovative musicians, featuring the music of some of the biggest salsa legends, and also follows how the islands folkloric styles (such as bomba and plena) were instrumental in the development of salsa.
- ISBN10 1843533529
- ISBN13 9781843533528
- Publish Date 29 April 2004
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 1 December 2009
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher APA Publications
- Imprint Rough Guides Ltd
- Format Paperback
- Pages 12
- Language English