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Colombian Music (Way) Beyond Shakira

Arts, Culture & Media

Colombia has a very wide range of musical styles, reflecting the country’s strong regional cultures and diverse roots – African, indigenous, and European. It’s similar to Brazil, and that shows in the music. But I think many of us are more conscious of the richness of Brazilian music. Here are some listening suggestions for Colombians […]

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