Latin Music USA

Latin Music USA

From Latin jazz and mambo to salsa, Tejano, Chicano rock, Latin pop and reggaeton, LATIN MUSIC USA tells the story of the rise of new American music forged from powerful Latin roots, and reveals the often-overlooked influence of Latin music on jazz, hip hop, rhythm and blues, and rock 'n' roll on all of American culture.

Created By

Status

Ended

Original Name

Latin Music USA

First Air Date

October 12, 2009

Last Air Date

October 19, 2009

Seasons

1

Episodes

4

Language

English, Spanish

Production Companies

GBHBBC

Networks

PBS

Divas & Superstars
S01E04

Divas & Superstars

Focuses on the Latin Pop explosion of the turn of the century and the success of artists like Ricky Martin, Gloria Estefan and Shakira in the English-language market. As studios concentrate on star-driven Pop, Latino youth gravitate toward urban fusions -- Spanish Rap and Reggaeton, as well as Rock en Espanol.

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