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The Tango: The Most Important Genre In Latin Music
When I think of Latin music, I think of the places I’ve traveled. Having been to a couple Latin countries, I have heard some of the more of the well known songs. I think the Tango is one of the more important genres in Latin music because it played such a defining role in bringing Latin music into the mainstream. This music has gone on to influence many of todays artists who add their own influences to

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