Jamaican mento, the Salsa, and the Puerto Rico Aguinaldo are the genres of Caribbean music. The music of Caribbean was started by the Native American who came and lived over there long time ago. For the instruments that they use, they are similar across the islands. The instruments that they usually used are percussion and drums, the different types of guitar and also the homemade instruments
which make it more interesting.
Additionally, the African slaves that brought by the European settlers created a new genre in Caribbean, the music was entertaining and it also as a type of African tribal music. The African slaves back then used to be treated badly, so on the holidays they reunion to celebrate and play songs that make them happy and feel comfortable with their lives and forget all the old stuff that used to happened.
However, the great extensions of Caribbean music has influenced the European and American a lot and very popular due to many famous musicians that came from these islands, and the two most famous dance styles are the Chadracha and Listera which are originated in Cuba. Additionally, the American R&B also known as the best formation of Caribbean music.
Many travelers has been there due to the great history of music, unique culture, a lot of things and places to explore. As a result, Caribbean islands have the great history of music which influenced a lot on music genres, also they have popular styles of music such as reggae, calypso, reggaeton, and salsa.