Sessa has been a mainstay of both the American and Brazilian music scenes for a very long time. Sessa's debut album, Grandeza, was released and he is most known for his work with NY guitar great Yonatan Gat and for co-founding the Sao Paulo psych-funk band Garotas Suecas. The New Yorker called Sessa "a songwriter carved from Veloso's mold and... read full bio
Erick Ral Alemán Ramrez was born on February 20, 1990, but he is best known by his stage name Alemán, a monikor he employs when he raps. Erick Ral Alemán Ramrez was born on February 20, 1990. Cabo San Lucas is where Alemán spent his childhood and his entire life. His debut album under his own name, Pase de abordar,... read full bio
8 Kalacas appeared out of Orange County. The word "skacore" was finally created by their explosive fusion of hardcore and ska with Latin influences. The band has released two full-length albums (Self-Titled & Kill the Radio), one EP and numerous compilations. Their third studio album was released in the fall via Oracle Records. The band is inspired by the concepts of hate, love, injustice and life.... read full bio
In a span of time that is shorter than three years, Los Aptos frontman Juan Ortega, now 18 years old, has gone from learning to play the guitar on YouTube to posting versions of his favorite Mexican regional music on Instagram to starting his own band. The popularity of the band's online covers of Sad Sierreo songs has already propelled... read full bio
Nanpa Básico is a rising star in the Latin American music scene. Hailing from Medellín, Colombia, Nanpa Básico has gained a reputation as one of the most promising artists in the underground Latin hip-hop and rap scene. Born in 1994, Nanpa Básico, whose real name is Juan David Castaño Montoya, began his music career in 2014 with the release of his... read full bio
Alvaro Lafuente belongs to a generation that had easy access to a wealth of knowledge while growing up. The Benicàssim, Spain-based singer claims that it is difficult to firmly hold onto anything because of the internet's many allusions and inspirations. Therefore, for Lafuente—who goes by the stage name Guitarricadelafuente—reconstructing a home and identity that he can actually make sense of involves looking... read full bio
Tiago PZK, a Monte Grande native who became well-known in Argentina's burgeoning early-2020s rap scene, developed his rap abilities in that nation's dominant freestyle circuit before deciding to start composing his own music. Tiago rose to stardom with his breakthrough single "Sola," leveraging his vocal agility to snag the world's attention with singles like "Además de M (Remix)," "No Me... read full bio
Headquartered in Hamilton, Canada, Madeline Winter doesn't identify herself as a conduit for the numerous musical identities and sounds assumed, you can hear the sharp dynamic differences between electronic rage-pop, hip-hop, emo, shoegaze and occasionally simply pure beat-centric futuristic music on the first listen. Blackwinterwells, a hyper-accelerated lone writer, producer and performer for the digital generation, is Madeline's loudest energy. Madeline is a shapeshifter... read full bio
Ralphie Choo is the stage name of Madrid-based songwriter and producer Juan Casado, who makes glitchy, genre-defying music. The singer, whose name is a Simpsons character, made a splash on the music business when he dropped his two standout debut singles, "Town Boyz" and "Cari." Since then, he has continued to produce music that draws inspiration from a wide range... read full bio
With a wide range of artistic endeavors, Rosa Pistola (Laura Puentes), a Colombian who has spent the last 15 years living and working in Mexico, is a cultural architect whose influence on the reggaeton genre beyond comprehension of Latin culture. Bringing feminine energy to a culture that is dominated by men, drawing inspiration from her experiences in Colombia and Mexico,... read full bio
Sabino's breakthrough came from a string of singles he put out that were lighthearted and humorous interpretations of Mexican identity in everyday life, and they were all extremely different from the trendy urban sound. He established himself as a vital MC for today's society with the release of his debut album, I wanted to make rock, at the end of... read full bio
After a lengthy and prosperous career, FRENTE CUMBIERO has emerged as one of the leading voices in Latin America's investigation of cumbia's musical identity. Leading Colombia's current cumbia movement is Frente Cumbiero, led by Mario Galeano Toro, a Colombian songwriter and producer who was also a founding member of Ondatrópica and Los Pirañas. Among their most notable live performances are performances... read full bio
Australian acoustic group Opal Ocean is extending the possibilities of two guitars. Alex Champ and Nadav Tabak combine elements of rock, flamenco, and progressive music to create a sound that is both highly emotive and technically stunning. J.A.M., their breakthrough track, rapidly amassed millions of views worldwide and solidified their distinct identity in the instrumental music industry. Since then, they have... read full bio
Afrosound originated from José María Fuentes, the vice president of Discos Fuentes, who wanted a local take on the new sounds of Afro-Latin rock that were coming from abroad and were influenced by modern musicians like Santana and Osibisa. Afrosound's objective initially was to replicate the tropical and guitar sounds that at that time were blossoming in nations such as... read full bio
Zeta is a multidisciplinary experiment from Venezuela that views music as the magic wand that creates room for healing and connection. They employ their heavy, ambient sound as a positive force for change. The band is characterized by its heavy focus on complex polyrhythmic drumming that veers between the most visceral Punk beats and incredibly realistic Afro-Caribbean music. Psychedelic and post-rock... read full bio
With her amazing first solo album First Light, genre-defying fiddling (and piano) star Mary Frances Leahy is expanding her career after more than 600 gigs with her parents and renowned fiddlers Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy. Co-produced by Cuban guitarist Elmer Ferrer and Mary Frances, the inventive, varied nine-track collection of original songs is a remarkable fusion of jazz, Latin,... read full bio
In Valgur's case, they enjoy creating lovely music together, although siblings can either adore or despise one another. The pair utilizes their Mexican culture as inspiration for their unique indie-pop sound that is making waves all around the world. They were raised surrounded by deeply ingrained customs in Juchitan, Oaxaca, the birthplace of the Zapotec culture. Their first album, "Zapandú,"... read full bio
Mariachi el Bronx is not a mariachi band. They are a fusion of classic mariachi sound with current synth and electric sounds, and in their more recent years, they have incorporated a hardcore punk sound into their musical style. The band consists of Matt Caughthran, Joby J. Ford, Jorma Vik, Brad Magers, Ken Horne, Vincent Hidalgo and Ray Suen. Their... read full bio
Tierra has been named “Best R&B Vocal Group” by four leading magazines including Billboard. They started their career in East Los Angeles with a blend of rock, pop, jazz, R&B and salsa. The result was a Latin R&B rhythm which produced classics like “Together”, “Gonna Find Her”, “Memories” and “Zoot Suit Boogie”. The band’s quarter century commitment shows a dedication... read full bio
Mexican pop peformer Lucero began her career at a very young age. As a child actress she began to gain recognition and succeeded in achieving a prosperous career in television and film. She acted in productions such as Alegrías de Mediodía and Chispita. As a teen, she appeared in the film Coqueta, which also featured Pedro Fernandez. She also performed... read full bio
