Roy Haynes, a jazz drummer who ignited the rhythmic fire on landmark performances by Charlie Parker, Chick Corea and Pat ...

Jews savor rice, beans and other Cuban staples for Sabbath dinner. Santeria devotees immerse the senses as they dance and slap drums in a museum filled with statues paying homage to their Afro ...

The African American folk singer and songwriter had decades-long career as a children's entertainer, and made a global impact ...

The multiple Grammy-nominee fuses a wide range of jazz, world music and electronic elements with his native Afro-Cuban roots.

They are traditionally made of hardwood and accompany the acoustic guitar. Bongo drums are an Afro-Cuban percussion instrument consisting of two drums which are held between the knees and played ...

Sheila E. is a portrait of motion. Not just the movement of her body as one of the world’s most recognized drummers, but also as a versatile musician who glides easily from genre to genre with the ...

Unlike in North America, where drumming was often banned in slave ... is the same lesson it can teach adults: the richness of Afro-Cuban culture. In Cuba one quickly sees that there are other ...

If you’re looking for something that'll move your body and your brain, Cimafunk has you covered with his latest single.

Cuban pianist, composer and arranger Chucho Valdés is the most influential figure in modern Afro-Cuban jazz, as well as a Detroit favorite who headlined the 2022 Detroit Jazz Festival as artist ...

Afro-Cuban music has its roots clearly defined ... with their religion and system of batá dances and drums. Part of the authenticity of a nation lies in the culture it treasures.

Jon Batiste earned more nods. Plus, New Orleans artists continue to dominate in the Best Regional Roots Music Album category.

“We are excited to welcome everyone back to sing along with their friends, join a drum circle, and dance to their favorite band. Join us for an unforgettable day filled with entertainment and ...