Latin America is a region defined by years of change & social upheaval. Today, as ever, dance is a potent identifier & method of cultural expression. Nu Yorican dance music in itself is a history lesson being played out, every stamp & flounce encapsulating centuries of change in the region. From the circle dances of the Taino Indians, to European set-dances introduced by Columbus & his compadres, via complicated African cross-rhythms introduced during the dreaded slave trade, not forgetting jubilant Creole carnivals & contemporary urban street styles – dance is Latin Americas living history. Celebrate this important legacy with this rough guide to Nu Yorican dance music.
Muchísimas gracias - Joe Cayre, Ken Cayre & Stan Cayre
"We were there doing it and we are still here doing the Mambo ma'in" - Nico Gomez
