THE NEW FLAMENCO ARTIST YOU NEED TO KNOW: Ángeles Toledano
Ángeles Toledano‘s new album, Sangre Sucia, is a powerful addition to the contemporary flamenco scene, skillfully blending traditional Andalusian sounds with modern influences. Her emotive voice and lyrical storytelling bring fresh depth to classic flamenco,
Salsita Que Pica: Afro-Caribbean Rhythms in CDMX with La Bendicion’s Gabriel El Rey del Swing
When we think of CDMX’s music scene, salsa might not be the first genre that comes to mind. This bustling Latin American metropolis has long been known for its rock, alternative, and
ARTIST WE LOVE: Cuban Powerhouse, Daymé Arocena
As she walked into the room with her electric red lipstick and shimmering gold metallic dress, Daymé Arocena’s radiant smile felt like an embrace of the soul. A day before she was set
The Kolors Make U.S. Debut at Italian HIT Week 2024
Nothing resists the power of pop, the impact of a hit. It sticks to us like gum. It has a melodic spell that overcomes any language barrier. The Italian trio The Kolors has been
What People Are Actually Listening to in Peru
The past decade in Peru has been marked by political instability –with six presidents in the last six years— and growing social unrest, but it is well-known that periods of crisis can
Manu Chao Releases “Viva Tu” After 17 Years of Studio Silence
Today is a special day for Manu Chao fans. It had been 17 years since we last heard a full length studio album from the French-Spanish singer/songwriter. With three fantastic singles leading
St. Vincent Releases an Album Singing in Spanish
Some artists are empowered by moving among the unexpected. Annie Clark, aka St. Vincent, is one of those artists. She ignores formulas, breaks patterns, crosses borders, and explores the unexplored. She can rescue
Our Favorite Global Music Parties
Where’s the party? We’ll never get tired of asking the question. Because there’s always going to be a party out there, with a lit-up DJ and a flaming dance floor. A party
A Multicultural Journey to the Beats of Cumbia
Why has cumbia spread throughout Latin America? It’s an Afro-Latin genre that emerged right there, in the Colombian Caribbean. But why — unlike other tropical music such as salsa or merengue —
Tigre Selector: Discos Rolas Presents Kumbia en Movimiento
Discos Rolas is an independent record label and creative collaboration founded by multidisciplinary artist Gary Garay (Ganas) and anthropologist Alexandra Lippman (Xandão) in 2018. Since then, they’ve fostered musical connections within Latin America and