A relatively new group to the Cuban music scene, these folks are bringing back the sounds of the Golden Age of this music. These tunes hold up against decades of classics and they bring out the best of this genre in these original tracks done in the old style. Try: Mi Conga Es De Akokan, […]

A great fusion of Latin, Rock, and Dance music with solid male vocals. If there was another El Mariachi movie, these songs would be a great Soundtrack. Fuzzed out guitars, traditional instruments, and high energy vocals make this a must listen; a very BIG sound on every track. Try: XOPA, Porcelina, Sala De Los Pecadores, […]

Like a Brazilian Fleet Foxes for sure; lovely male vox that sounds like a contemporary classic. A romantic album for sure, with an emphasis on his voice as the main instrument, but with unique and fun instrumentals to back him – great guitar work. Try: Mistificar, Fases, Nascer, BB, Ultima Vez, Realmente Lindo RIYL: Fleet […]

The 11th album from these Colombian brothers as they explore 70s Salsa. A more traditional Latin sound on this album, but it’s still fresh as hell. Try: Metamorfosis, Triste Son, Poema, Hipnosis, La mujer sin corazón RIYL: Quantic, Ondatrópica, Chancha Via Circuito, Bomba Estéreo FCC: None

Really fun album from this London based 4 piece all female instrumental band. I hear so many great kinds of music in this album; Klezmer, Polka, Hawaiian, Cumbia, Psych-Rock, Dessert Blues and more! If this doesn’t get the party started, you need to find a different party! Try: Good To Go!, Pista, Las Panteras, Change […]

Beautiful Haitian music, some are somber prayers/chants, some are upbeat anthems, and all represent the diverse musical history of Haiti. You can feel the emotion and spirit in this music, and the production is phenomenal; ever song sounds big, dramatic, multilayered, and are peppered with texture and subtle sounds.  Try: XO, Nos Soltamos, Tu Tonto, […]

Congolese-born, Montreal-based musician, songwriter, and DJ Pierre Kwenders  brings us an eclectic album reflecting his worldwide travels and influences. Sweet vocals in several languages, backed by jazz, Congolese rumba, electronic, and more fuse together to create an incredibly dynamic album. Some tracks have more of a Reggaeton feel, others more like Amapiano, and some transcend […]

The traditional spirit of Brazilian music is alive in this release, right up there with the greats. Slow ballads and upbeat tracks ready for Carnival make this album a fun journey without any dull moments. Perfect instrumentation using traditional instruments in new styles, with layers like dance tracks and fun accents.  Try: Gostar do Mundo, […]

Very strong debut album from London based 8-piece band. Jazz is felt in each track, but so is afrobeat, highlife, soul, funk, Caribbean, and more. Beautiful instrumentals played by masters of their craft, and the few vocals that are included are perfect additions that don’t take away from the rest. Try: War Dance, We Give […]

Paying homage to balada  music of the 60s & 70s, Adrian puts together a really fun album here that feels like a relic of the past. Dramatic Vocals and spy music instrumentation heavy of the organ makes this album feel like a Soundtrack to a Latin James Bond movie never made. Try: Mentiras Con Cariño, […]

This is not the first time these two have teamed up, but the first full album collaboration. Nidia’s vocals are always on point, with deep texture and soul. Combine that with hip takes on traditional styles of Colombian/Latin music and it makes for an incredible musical collaboration. There is something here for everyone and hopefully […]

Not sure if I can describe it better than Phonica Records when they wrote this album is an “exploration of Anatolian rock and Turkish psychedelic stylings to include dreamy 80’s synth-pop and dancefloor excursions.” There is nothing quite like this blend of styles and makes for a really enjoyable album that feels both modern and […]