About Latin metal
Latin metal is a music genre that emerged in Latin America in the 1970s. It is usually classed as a form of metal music and Latin music.
Artists closely associated with the genre include Ill Niño.
From Wikipedia
Latin metal (Spanish: metal latino, Portuguese: metal latino-americano) is a subgenre of heavy metal music with Latin origins, influences, and instrumentation, such as Spanish or Portuguese vocals, Latin percussion and rhythm such as salsa rhythm. Some South American bands also add influences and instrumentations borrowed from world music and ethnic music, relating to musical traditions of the indigenous people of America.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Latin metal.
- ↑ metal music
- ↑ Latin music
Key artists
- Ill Niño
Related genres
Flamenco
1770s · Spain
Latin pop
1970s · Spain
Music of Latin America
1600s
Latin rock
1950s · United States
Tango
music genre originating in Argentina and Uruguay
Boogaloo
1960s · United States
Music of Spain
overview of musical traditions in Spain
Tropical music
music from the Spanish-speaking regions of the Caribbean
Frequently asked questions
What is Latin metal?
Latin metal is a music genre that emerged in Latin America in the 1970s. It is usually classed as a form of metal music and Latin music.
Where and when did Latin metal originate?
Latin metal originated in Latin America in the 1970s.
Who are famous Latin metal artists?
Ill Niño.