Exotica
Exotica is a music genre that emerged in the 1950s and 1960s, characterized by its blend of Latin, jazz, and lounge music with elements from non-Western cultures, aiming to evoke an air of international intrigue and faraway tropical locales. Pioneered by artists such as Martin Denny and Les Baxter, it often features unconventional instruments like vibes, bongos, and steel drums, combined with wildlife sound effects and lush orchestral arrangements. The genre revels in a fantasy of the exotic, transporting listeners to imagined paradises through its melding of worldly rhythms and ambient soundscapes. With a penchant for cosmopolitan exoticism and kitsch flair, exotica saw a revival in the late 20th century, resonating with both nostalgia and a timeless appeal for sonic escapism.
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