Get Lost in the Lo-Fi, Trap Sounds of Irepelusa
Easily one of the most recognizable and beloved YouTube station of the year was the lofi hip hop radio, “beats to relax and study to.” If you’re looking for something that gives
Album Review: ÌFÉ – “The Living Dead / Ashé Bogbo Egun”
ÌFÉ’s music has always been about creating a spiritual connection with their ancestors through music and inspire other people in the process. In some cases this works to address personal spirituality and
Bomba Estéreo Releases New Single Alongside Film Launch
Bomba Estéreo band leader/founder Simón Mejía releases the new documentary film “Sonic Forest” at Youtube tonight at 7 PM EST. The film follows Simon’s journey from the Pacific coast’s Afro-Colombian communities to indigenous
A Quick Guide to Latin Music in Japan
The last time I was blown away by a Latin track in the middle of a cumbia set, one that I couldn’t tell who it was by and wasn’t able to find
The Sights and Sounds of Colombia’s Vibrant Picó Culture
Colombia’s coastal cities are famous for their vibrant aesthetics, rich musical treasures and multicultural populations, being home to the most Afro-Colombians in the country. Although the region has a complex colonial and
5 of Our Favorite Instagram Discoveries
Social media gives us plenty of cause to complain, but there’s no denying its usefulness in connecting people from all over the world. For us, platforms like Instagram are a key tool
DJ Mano Brings in Ohmega Watts & Seano in His Latest NuTropic Mix
Worldwide FM and DJ Mano continuestheir weekly shows from the heart of Los Angeles. Artform Radio is a storefront radio excursion, a diverse journey into forward thinking music, culture and ideas and a series
Playlist Vol. 16: Café de Manhã
Roll out of bed with our morning coffee Spotify playlist spinning some of our favorite Bossa Nova gems and acoustic vibes from around the globe. Open the curtains and let the sunshine wash over
Tigre Radar: Rodrigo Gallardo’s Music is Meditation-Meets-Exploration
Rodrigo Gallardo says his strongest work comes out of meditating – just not in the way you might imagine. “I think music composition really comes from profound reflection,” he says. “In many ways
Meet Shika Shika Collective, the Record Label Without Owners for Music Without Borders
On one fortuitous day in 2015, through a shared love of digital cumbia, immortalizing folklore and building a global community, the Shika Shika collective was born in Berlin. Conceived by electronic producers Robin Perkins