Latin music has become more of a part of the mainstream music scene each year. As with other genres many latin artists are working with artists to create completely new genres music. More non-latin audiences are now hearing latin influenced songs come from pop music, hip hop and EDM. This is important because it helps cross the language divide between English only speaking Americans and Spanish speaking Americans. Latin culture is becoming more widely understood and accepted in the United States. The music is infectious and powerful. From weepy ballads, steamy salsas to dance floor bangers the music demands respect. Latin music listeners at your events will often not ask for a song by its name or by the artists but by the DANCE. It's not uncommon that they request a Salsa, Cha Cha or Merengue. So today's DJ not only needs to be well versed in today's Latin scene but they need to know which songs go with each kind of dance. Here are some of my favorites.
