Lando (music)
Lando is an Afro-Peruvian form of music in the musica criolla genre. Its unique sound had been likened to the American blues genre.
Influences
Lando developed from a dance in Angola called londu that came with slaves when they arrived in Brazil. Even today, in Brazil, the Angolan influenced londo is played. Hence, the Lando is a mix of both Spanish and African rhythms. It features a slower tempo and call and response vocalization. The signature instrument of the Lando is the cajon, a box-like drum. This instrument was improvised by West Africans, who had to give up their instruments when arriving in South America.
Today
The Lando is still a very popular musical style in Peru. Peruvian musician Eva Ayllon is one of its most popular performers along, with the band Peru Negro.
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