Whether you consider the tiny island nation a relic of a failed ideology or the last outpost of a noble ideal, Cuba is always a magnet for political debate. But its musical heritage, preserved almost as if dropped in aspic, survives and even thrives on a wealth of cultural influences. Curious for more? Watch the WorldBeat premiere for the full report -- check the CNN and CNNI program schedules for air times.
"Titanic" is king of the world (charts, that is), followed by Madonna, Celine Dion, Massive Attack, Savage Garden, Garbage, Simply Red, Modern Talking, and Lenny Kravitz.
P.J. Harvey joins Tricky on "Angels with Dirty Faces" ... Gloria Estefan returns to her Miami Sound Machine roots ... Rod Stewart covers Oasis ... Jimi Hendrix rises.
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