Anyone who has seen the film Inside Man with Denzel Washington and Clive Owen has probably had a hard time keeping the head from bobbing during the end credits. The song that accompanies the credits is supremely catchy, and for good reason–it’s straight out of Bollywood. The tune is called “Chaiyya Chaiyya,” and it’s got […]
Dance music
Tulum Knows How to Party
Daylight was fading in Tulum’s main square as the stage lights came up. Locals and visitors alike filtered in to the mellow sounds of the Araya Orta Latin Jazz Quartet, kicking off the first concert of the 2010 Riviera Maya Jazz Festival. The Miami-based quartet is made up of two sets of brothers–Ramses and Carlomagno Araya, and Michael […]
Summer Salsa!
Looking for a soundtrack for your next summer party? Putumayo‘s Salsa! is the perfect choice. The whole album pulses with irresistible energy, with heat waves rising off each track. The infectious, hip-shaking “Volver, Volver” kicks off the CD–the track is performed by Grupo Gale, one of Colombia’s favorite salsa bands. “Son al Son” is a little sweeter and […]