Kolombia: An Experience of Latin Cultural Syncretism
First, the music: the cumbia slows down, as if the player ran out of batteries. Second, the lifestyle: a way of dressing, cutting their hair, reinventing their names, under the influence of
What Colombians Are Actually Listening To
Reggaeton continues to sweep Colombia, with artists such as J Balvin, Maluma, Karol G, Piso 21, Manuel Turizo, and Sebastián Yatra. These Latin pop stars dominate the urban music rankings alongside their peers
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
6 Recent Colombian Releases You Should Check Out
Colombian music has a unique way of turning regional Latin references into universal sound and that is part of the reason why artists all the way from Bomba Estéreo to J. Balvin
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
Why You Shouldn’t Miss Colombia’s Ghetto Kumbé
Considered one of the most important groups to come out of Colombia, Ghetto Kumbé’s unique sound – blending the old with the new – has made them some of the best ambassadors
Combo Chimbita is a Fierce New Voice to be Reckoned With
While many of us are suffering from over-stimulation during this information age, the access to knowledge has helped others connect to a past otherwise disconnected from present existence. Particularly in the case
Visual Artist Spotlight: Galletas Calientes
Taking their creative direction to the next level, record label Galletas Calientes’ releases feature captivating music and visuals, supporting the Colombian arts scene all the way. Hot cookie anyone? Colombian-based label Galletas Calientes(meaning
Playlist Vol.10: ¡Quiubo Papá!
Float over to Colombia’s many landscapes–from luscious valleys and crips beaches, to towering hills and mountains–on this cloud of a mix filled with mystical sounds, deep beats, and rich rhythms. Our latest Spotify
Llorona Records and Cerrero are Amplifying Colombia’s Diverse Culture
Colombia’s Pacific coastline is a winding mass of jungle, hiding sprawling black sand beaches, wilderness, and communities of indigenous tribes and afro-descendant peoples lending an ancient and mystical appeal to this remote