Argentina’s La Joaqui Revives RKT with ‘Electra’
Argentine singer La Joaqui bridges RKT’s explosive early-2020s moment with a broader Latin club ecosystem in Electra. It’s a strong case for RKT’s second act.
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Rizomagic Build a Brilliant Cumbia Cosmos
Rizomagic open up new intergalactic horizons for contemporary cumbia. One of the most inspired works to emerge from the tropicanibalismo movement.
Doctor Nativo Explores Maya Identity on ‘BarrioKandela’
Doctor Nativo explores Maya identity emphasizing contemporary Mexican genres alongside musical styles developed throughout the Central American region.
Nuevos Ríos Debut with Astonishing Takes on Tradition
Nuevos Ríos’ debut emerges from organic processes of collaboration that treat local cultural expressions not as samples but as relevant contemporary music.
Jorge Espinal Explores the Vast Depths of Sonic Experimentation
Peruvian guitarist Jorge Espinal investigates the visceral relationship between gesture, sound, and repetition in Bombos y Cencerros.
Tucson’s XIXA Travel to the Aztec Underworld on ‘XOLO’
Psychedelic rockers XIXA introduce XOLO‘s key narrative, accompanied by what sounds like the soundtrack of an action-packed Western film.
Vampisoul Reissues Violeta Parra’s Brilliant Final LP
It’s always a good time to revisit music taking a stand against fascism, and Violeta Parra’s Las Últimas Composiciones has some of South America’s best.
Chuck Prophet Enlists ¿Qiensave? for a Lively Cumbia Album
Chuck Prophet’s incorporation of Cumbia music on Wake the Dead feels more natural than it sounds, but he remains himself, and we get the best of both worlds.
Los Bitchos’ ‘Talkie Talkie’ Is a Genre-Defying Celebration
Los Bitchos’ Talkie Talkie builds an immersive experience with a larger narrative. They challenge the conventions of rock through sound and representation.
Calexico’s ‘El Mirador’ Builds an Inclusive Bridge with Southwestern Framework
Calexico’s El Mirador celebrates the power of community and accentuates the power of togetherness in encouraging political change and discouraging division.
Los Bitchos Are Ready to ‘Let the Festivities Begin’!
Los Bitchos brings together four women from different countries who create instrumental rock with a global vibe on Let the Festivities Begin!
Meridian Brothers Get Funky and Experimental on ‘Cumbia Siglo XXI’
Bogotá's Meridian Brothers return with another avant-garde take on electric cumbia with Cumbia Siglo XXI.