The Garifuna Paranda Sound of New York is a cohesive Garifuna Music collection featuring original captivating songs from today’s premier New York City based Independent Garifuna singer-songwriters.
Paranda is one of the fundamental Garifuna Rhythms, as well as one of the popular genres along with Punta Rock. It entered the Garifuna Music repertoire during the nineteenth Century after they arrived in Honduras and incorporated elements of Latin and Spanish rhythms into their music. Paranda: Garifuna Afro-Latin Music Genre.
The album features original captivating songs from each participant, whose melody and lyrics, capture and express the history, the values, aspirations, concerns and the deepest feelings of the Garifuna experience. The album allows the listeners to experience the irresistible Paranda rhythm, which will transport them to the charming Garifuna Celebrations in the Central American Garifuna Villages.