What is grupo de cumbia?

Grupo de cumbia refers to a musical group that plays cumbia, a popular genre of music from Colombia. Cumbia combines elements from African, Indigenous, and Spanish cultures and is characterized by its distinctive rhythm which involves a steady beat on the bass drum and a syncopated rhythm on the snare drum.

Grupo de cumbia bands typically consist of several musicians playing a variety of instruments, including percussion, brass, and accordion. The lead vocalist often sings in Spanish and the lyrics of the songs usually focus on love, romance, and social issues.

Cumbia has spread throughout Latin America and has become a popular genre of dance music around the world. Grupo de cumbia bands continue to produce new music and play at festivals and parties throughout Latin America and beyond.