From Peruvian white fusion stars with Andean flavour to Andean fusion stars with white appeal.

What is it about?

The article is based on three case studies of fusion musicians who play at upper class venues and who, with their lyrics, style and onstage performances, have challenged the social attitudes of their white upper class audience. Through these case studies the article will document the gradual shifts in racialised notions of Andeanness, indigeneity and marginality from 1960 to 2014 and link these discussions and ideas to the overall political and social context of the same period.

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Why is it important?

This interesting, informative article examines three case studies in Peruvian music that vary in era and style. These case studies demonstrate how fusion music interactions contribute to re-shaping traditional cultural imaginaries, challenge racism, and project images of empowerment onto 21st century Andeans. The contribution also combines a strong insider perspective with good knowledge of the literature. A really cogent, well exemplified article on important Latin American contemporary topics. Accessible and interesting to a wider audience.