Originating from the French Antilles of Guadeloupe and Martinique you’ll hear this music blasting during at carnival time. Zouk was originally sung in Creole language. The creole word ‘Zouke’ is from the French verb secouer, which loosely means ‘to party’ and was first used on the islands to refer to nightlong dance parties. Initially, theContinue reading “Zouk”
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Kizomba Music
You may have heard of the dance style of Kizomba but did you know that it’s also a music genre? Do you know the origins of this sensual, melodic music? Don’t worry if you don’t because I am here to help you with that! Kizomba music originates from Angola. The word ‘Kizomba’ means dance inContinue reading “Kizomba Music”
Bongo Flava Music
Bongo flava music is the nick name given to Tanzanian music. Bongo is the plural from Swahili word ubongo, meaning brain and is common nick name used to refer to Dar El Salam in Tanzania, where the genre originates. This style of music combines American Hip hop with traditional Tanzanian styles such as taarab andContinue reading “Bongo Flava Music”
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