Son Montuno

Son Montuno originated in the early 20th century in Cuba, where musicians cleverly combined the traditional son with elements of jazz, presumably because they felt that two styles were better than one. The sound is characterised by lively guitar riffs, infectious rhythms, and call-and-response vocals, making it the perfect backdrop for people to dance and pretend they don’t have two left feet. It played a pivotal role in the development of salsa music, proving that a bit of cheeky rhythm can lead to an entire genre full of joyous chaos.