Saturday, September 21, 2024

Afropop Worldwide: Hispanic Heritage Month 2024: The Panama Beat

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In our latest program, we set our sights on Panama—a hidden jewel of musical innovation. Here, on the narrow land bridge between two continents, music from all over the Americas converges into a unique blend. American jazz, Cuban melodies, Colombian rhythms, and Jamaican beats come together to create a complex and distinctive musical culture.


We'll bring you insightful conversations with Spanish reggae sensation Kafu Banton, renowned Afro-Spanish linguist John Lipski, traditional Afro-Latino artist Marcia Rodriguez, the energetic dancehall duo Los Rakas, and many others.


Join us as we delve into the sounds and stories that make Central America a vibrant musical mosaic unlike any other.

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