Panama Radio

Stepping into Panama, you quickly realize its unique position as a cultural crossroads is reflected everywhere, especially on the radio waves. This isn't just Central America; it's a vibrant blend of Caribbean spice, Latin American rhythms, and a distinct urban swagger, particularly from Panama City. The airwaves are dominated, predictably, by pop and Latin genres, but dig a little deeper, and you hear the very roots of a global phenomenon: Reggaeton. Panama's role in pioneering "Reggae en Español" in the 80s and 90s, which directly shaped the sound of what we now call Reggaeton or *urbano*, i…