About Latin ballad
Latin ballad is a music genre that emerged in Spain and Latin America in the 1960s. It is usually classed as a form of Latin pop and sentimental ballad.
Artists closely associated with the genre include Julio Iglesias and Sandro.
From Wikipedia
Latin ballad (Spanish: balada romántica) is a sentimental ballad derived from bolero that originated in the early 1960s in Los Angeles, California and Southern California.
Some of the best known artists of the Latin ballad are Julio Iglesias, Mocedades, José Luis Rodriguez, Luis Miguel, Camilo Sesto, Emmanuel, Nino Bravo, Roberto Carlos, Ricardo Montaner, Raphael, Mijares and José José among others. Because of its difficulty, the Latin balladeers are often recognized as skilled singers such as the case of Nino Bravo, Camilo Sesto, José José, Luis Miguel or Raphael.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Latin ballad.
Key artists
- Julio Iglesias
- Sandro
Related genres
Frequently asked questions
What is Latin ballad?
Latin ballad is a music genre that emerged in Spain and Latin America in the 1960s. It is usually classed as a form of Latin pop and sentimental ballad.
Where and when did Latin ballad originate?
Latin ballad originated in Spain and Latin America in the 1960s.
Who are famous Latin ballad artists?
Julio Iglesias and Sandro.