Addicted2Salsa / Salsa History Articles

A New York Times feature on salsa's evolution sparked important discussion: how modern salsa scenes differ from the classic era, what was gained, what was lost, and why rhythm roots still matter.

As El Cantante reached mainstream promotion, salsa fans debated whether the film would truly represent Hector Lavoe's legacy. This post reviews the moment and the concerns around story depth versus musical impact.

Vintage salsa footage reconnects dancers to the social roots of the music. This clip from the 'Our Latin Thing' era shows salsa as community culture before modern commercialization.

This tribute performance connects two giants of salsa culture: Eddie Torres and Tito Puente. It is a strong example of New York mambo timing, stage energy, and historical continuity.

A classic Ray Barretto clip from the Palladium era helps explain why the venue became legendary in U.S. Latin dance history and why this music still matters for today's salsa dancers.