Tag: punta rock
Punta
Punta is the most well-known and most popular of all the Garifuna music beats. It is a fast, high energy style that often features at parties. However, it should not be confused with punta rock. Traditional punta involves only the traditional drums, maracas and other traditional percussion. Punta rock, its more modern counterpart, involves electronic…
Black man lay the pipe: Belize race relations
“Spanish man build the house, Chiney man cook the food, White man pay the bills, Black man lay de pipe!” Immortal words from a song of Belizean punta rock super star, Supa G. “Hey, Blondie!” I keep walking, aware of my long dark brunette hair. “Hey, White gyal!” Ah. They’re talking to me. Welcome to…