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Boogaloo or bugalú (also: shing-a-ling, Latin boogaloo, Latin R&B) is a genre of Latin music and dance which was popular in the United States in the 1960s. Boogaloo originated in New York City mainly by stateside Puerto Ricans with African American music influences.
Aug 4, 2015 · Boogaloo and Latin soul were musical representations of New York’s heartbeat in the early-to-mid 60s, Turmix says. Puerto Rican, Cuban, and black teens who didn’t relate to the music their...
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May 31, 2020 · Long known as a fusion of Latin and soul sounds, boogaloo has been co-opted by right wing extremists as code for civil war. But fans of the music won't let the boogaloo die.
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Jul 3, 2024 · The best boogaloo songs capture the spirit of this vibrant Latin music, which captivated New York and the rest of the country so many decades ago. These are songs of joy and fun, with lively lyrics and equally lively dancers enjoying them on dance floors everywhere.
Jan 15, 2021 · Boogaloo: The Dance That Defined Oakland's Culture. Season 4 Episode 2 | 8m 33s | |. My List. Inspired by James Brown and the Black Panthers, the Black Resurgents are one of the dance crews...
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The sound of Latin teenagers in and around New York during the mid- to late-'60s, Boogaloo was an Anglicized form of Latin music incorporating R&B, mambo, and rock & roll, among other forms. Often known as popcorn music or shing-a-ling, the style is also quite similar to Latin soul.
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