Latin Rock

Latin rock is a music genre that blends traditional Latin American rhythms and instruments with rock music's electric sounds and structures. It combines energetic percussion, such as timbales and congas, with electric guitars, bass, and drums typical of rock. The style often features lyrics in Spanish or Portuguese and reflects cultural themes from Latin America. Prominent bands like Santana exemplify Latin rock, which gained international popularity in the 1960s and 1970s by merging Latin musical heritage with the energetic spirit of rock.