From the drums of bomba to the global reach of reggaeton, we cover the full spectrum of Puerto Rican sound. Artist profiles, album reviews, interviews, and explorations of the island's rich musical heritage.
Tracing the African roots of Puerto Rican music through bomba and plena, and following its evolution into salsa, reggaeton, and contemporary experimental work.
How one artist from Vega Baja transformed reggaeton into a worldwide phenomenon while keeping Puerto Rican identity at the center of his work.
Revisiting the legendary label that brought Puerto Rican and Cuban music to the world, and interviewing surviving members about its enduring impact.
African-rooted drum tradition dating to the 17th century, fundamental to Puerto Rican musical identity.
The "singing newspaper" of Puerto Rico, blending African rhythms with social commentary.
The urban sound born in New York's Puerto Rican communities that conquered the world.
From underground clubs to global charts, Puerto Rico's most influential musical export of the 21st century.
Bad Bunny
2022
Bad Bunny
2023
Bad Bunny
2020
Our virtual music library contains over two decades of writing on Puerto Rican music—from oral histories with bomba masters to reviews of the latest urban releases.
Whether you're researching salsa's origins or tracking the evolution of reggaeton, our archive is your resource.
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