Guyana's music history is heavily influenced by the country's African, Indian, and European cultural heritage. The music scene in Guyana is characterized by a variety of genres, including calypso, chutney, reggae, soca, and jazz. Calypso has been popular in Guyana since the early 20th century. Chutney music, a fusion of Indian and Caribbean rhythms, has also been popular in Guyana since the 1990s.