Nueva Cancion

Nueva Cancion is a genre of Latin American music that emerged in the 1960s and 1970s. It is characterized by its socially conscious lyrics, often focusing on issues of social justice, human rights, and political struggle. Musically, it is a fusion of traditional Latin American folk music with elements of rock, jazz, and other genres. It is often performed with acoustic instruments such as guitars, charangos, and quenas. It is a popular genre in Latin America and has been influential in the development of other genres such as nuevo tango and Latin rock.