Born in 19th-century Colombia from Afro and Indigenous rhythms, cumbia spread across Latin America, absorbing local sounds and styles. Today, it’s global — but L.A. may be the best place to experience its freshest, most exciting edge.

 

<p>Born in 19th-century Colombia from Afro and Indigenous rhythms, cumbia spread across Latin America, absorbing local sounds and styles. Today, it&rsquo;s global &mdash; but L.A. may be the best place to experience its freshest, most exciting edge.</p>
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