Salsa
Music Genre
Salsa has Afro-Cuban roots and developed in Caribbean communities, with an important role played by New York.
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It combines percussion such as congas and timbales, piano, brass and chorus vocals, in a rhythm made for dancing. Pick a salsa station from the list below and listen live, with no sign-up.
Frequently asked questions
Where does salsa come from?
It formed from Cuban rhythms, such as son, and other Caribbean rhythms, mixed with jazz and other influences in Latino communities in cities such as New York.
Is salsa a rhythm or a dance?
Both. The name applies to the musical style and also to the partner dance that goes with the music.