Cumbia
Music Genre
Cumbia was born in Colombia and spread across Latin America, gaining versions of its own in many countries, such as Mexico, Argentina and Peru.
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It has a swaying rhythm, striking percussion and, depending on the version, accordion, flutes or electric guitar. Pick a cumbia station from the list below and listen live, with no sign-up.
Frequently asked questions
Is cumbia only from Colombia?
It was born there, but each country adapted the rhythm to its own taste. That is why there is Colombian, Mexican, Argentine and Peruvian cumbia, with quite different sounds.
Which instruments appear in cumbia?
It depends on the version. The most traditional ones use drums and flutes, and the popular ones often include accordion, bass and electric guitar.