Who’s Breaking Through the Chilean Music Scene?
It’s no secret: urban music – especially trap – settled in the heart of Chilean youth. Names like DrefQuila, Princesa Alba, Gianluca, Polimá Westcoast, Harry Nach, and Pablo Chill-E dominate the country’s hottest playlists.
The Origins of Latin Music: History 101
In a world where we’re constantly seeking to put a label on everything, somewhere down the line we got lost along the way. The “Latin Music” label stamped on all music made
Why this James Brown of Cuba is One of Our Favorite Live Acts To Catch: Meet Cimafunk
For centuries, in Latin America, every rebel or fugitive slave who led a life of freedom in remote corners was called “cimarrón”. That’s certainly a strong reference for a linguistic blend. Of
5 Brazilian Artists We’re Loving Right Now
Moving overseas always has a big impact on how we understand our identity. There is something about being in a place away from home that makes you re-value many of the things
5 Musicians Bringing Africa To The World
If you aren’t already, there’s no better time to become acquainted with the most musically significant continent on the planet – Africa – affectionately known for being the birthplace of rhythm. Although
How Nigeria is Leading the World in Music
“Now you have records on the radio you can recognize. When you ask, ‘Where does this record come from?’ ‘Oh, that’s a Nigerian record.’ And then you’re like, ‘What, Nigeria? You’re making
Migrant Stories: 5 Female Artists with Nomadic Spirits and Latin Roots
Here are five female artists with Latin roots who grew up coming and going. In some cases, their families migrated and they were raised as foreigners. In other cases, they decided to
If You Like Krhuangbin, You’ll Love These Bands
Something definitely happens when Khruangbin’s range of influences unfolds. So it shouldn’t be crazy to wonder how many similar artists there are. It’s not so much about listing the genres and musical
5 Latin Performances to Check Out at Tiny Desk Concert
A decent live music session to watch online became really valuable these days. Sure, recording or streaming a concert allows artists to stay active in pandemic times. We regret the absence of
5 Colombian Artists that Aren’t Maluma
Known as “The Land of a Thousand Rhythms” Colombia’s musical diversity is as rich and profound as the landscape it encompasses, drawing on each regions’ distinct sounds and styles that span the
