Uruguay’s candombe brings streets to life as the once-banned musical tradition roars back - The Guardian

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• ⬤ Uruguay's candombe music has been banned since 1938, but it's making a comeback
• ⬤ The rhythm and beat of candombe is awakening a sense of pride and identity among Uruguayans
• ⬤ Candombe is a unique Afro-Uruguayan drumming style that was initially suppressed by the government