About Bullerengue
Bullerengue is a music genre that emerged in Colombia. It is usually classed as a form of cumbia and music of the Caribbean.
From Wikipedia
Bullerengue is a traditional musical genre and dance from the Caribbean region of Colombia. It is sung and preserved primarily by elderly women, accompanied by local artisan drums, and developed in the Palenques or Maroon communities.
Some renowned bullerengue singers are Graciela Salgado, Petrona Martínez, Irene Martínez, Emilia Herrera, Estefanía Caycedo, Etelvina Maldonado, and Ceferina Banquez. In recent decades, Petrona Martínez and Totó la Momposina have increased bullerengue's international popularity and success, the former having been granted the Latin Grammy Award for Best Folk Album.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Bullerengue.
- ↑ cumbia
- ↑ music of the Caribbean
Related genres
Frequently asked questions
What is Bullerengue?
Bullerengue is a music genre that emerged in Colombia. It is usually classed as a form of cumbia and music of the Caribbean.
Where and when did Bullerengue originate?
Bullerengue originated in Colombia.