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Ask any salsa lover worth his salt (or white powder of more dubious origin) which is the hardest hitting, most hip swinging salsa track of all time and a heated debate is likely to ensue. But you can bet your ass that Joe Arroyo's "Rebelion" would be in the mix. The lyric may seem racy in these oh so PC times, but any time it drops in any club or party, people seem compelled to sing along at the top of their lungs, "no me pegues la negra!" Also worth throwing into the mix would be "En Barranquilla Me Quedo," another frenetic, conga-heavy salsa jammy jam.

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November 15, 2009 (WPVI) -- Our featured Tuned In artist this week is Frankie Negron. He is multi-talented, Grammy nominated Rock/Pop/Latin music star from New Jersey. His music career has earned him commercial success, awards, and millions of fans around the world. His acting career has earned him roles with mentor Paul Simon, and on national television shows.

OUTSIDE of the Latin music world, some people don't realize Marc Anthony isn't just Mr. Jennifer Lopez. In fact, the guy is in the Guinness Book of World Records for most salsa albums sold.

Johnny Conga comes from a long line of illustrious tumbadora players. From the musical evidence on Breaking Skin , this genealogy may begin with the likes of Chano Pozo , Mongo Santamaria , Tata Guines, Candido , Armando Peraza and Francisco Aguabella.

The International Bachata Competitors Association (IBCA) will officially begin its competitions and qualifiers at the 2nd RENO INTERNATIONAL BACHATA FESTIVAL.