Social media pits Cuba musicians against activists

A fierce debate erupted on social media pitting musicians and activists on both sides of Florida Strait less than two months before a presidential election in U.S., where Cuban-American vote could determine outcome of winner in swing state of Florida.

Musicians and pro and anti-Cuba activists tred gibes and insults on social media platforms like 'What'up" and Facebook, calling on ir supporters to boycott and protest Cuban musicians performing in U.S.

Some of claims were aimed at Alexander Abreu, singer in popular band Havana D'Primera, which has a wide following both on island and in U.S.

Posts on social media claimed he was anti-Cuban revolution, which he denied on bands Facebook p, sparking a wide ranging debate on multiple platforms about political leanings of various Cuban artists.

accusations are t new.

In past, many Cuban performers have been deunced for performing concerts in U.S., especially in heavily Cuban populated communities like Tampa and Miami.

In Havana Friday, some big names amongst Cuban musicians gared to decry storm on social media, and call for solidarity and unity in support of arts.

harsh debate comes just as presidential campaigning enters its final phase in state of Florida, where Cuban-American voters have been a determining factor in past elections.