Mambo

Mambo is a style of Cuban-based dance music that emerged in the 1940s and 1950s. It combines elements of jazz, Afro-Cuban rhythms, and a heavy percussion section, and is characterized by an upbeat, energetic sound. Mambo is also known for its sophisticated yet highly danceable sound, with its origin in Cuban and Caribbean culture. The style originated in Havana, Cuba, in the 1930s, and was popularized in the United States in the 1950s. Mambo music is usually played by a big band, featuring a lead vocalist, a brass section, and multiple percussion instruments. It is known for its infectious rhythms, and its fusion of Latin American and Caribbean styles.