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Bruno Jauregui’s Traditional Mexican Single, Cómo Te Lo Digo, is A Stunning Release of Serotonin

Posted on 21 December 2024

Bruno Jauregui, an artist rooted in Michoacán’s heritage, has rewritten the potential of Regional Mexican music after only a few months in the spotlight. With over 100k streams across platforms—50k in the first month—he’s already proven that earnest storytelling and modern invention can coalesce in impactful ways.

His latest single, Cómo Te Lo Digo, became one of 2024’s most effervescently upbeat productions by freeing expressive inhibitions and weaving intricate layers of sound into every corner of its arrangement.

Expect more than just Spanish guitars strumming in well-worn patterns; this track embraces folk elements to break any lingering monocultural mould. Its meticulously vibrant construction creates a textural depth, while the iridescent vocal lines brim with soul. There’s an unmistakable sense of Bruno’s dedication as each note reverberates with both tradition and fresh perspective. He refuses to settle for the expected, choosing instead to let these diverse influences flourish until they feel as natural as sunlight.

If you want to serenade yourself with the sound of eternal summer, sink into Cómo Te Lo Digo, a stunning release of serotonin (literally and figuratively).

Stream Cómo Te Lo Digo on all major platforms, including Spotify.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Thalia Jailene spun emotion into rhythmic gold with her standout single, Sueñitos

Posted on 9 December 2024

Thalia Jailene’s latest single, Sueñitos, weaves hypnotic rhythms straight into the soul. From the opening notes, choppy staccato reggae guitars tease the senses, making way for warm flamenco licks that unravel through the vibrant sonic fabric. Thalia’s smooth, serotonin-laced vocals glide effortlessly over the textured layers, delivering an exotic and arcane soundscape that feels as seraphic as it is unique.

The Latina singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer, and music educator, now based in North Carolina, demonstrates her ability to blend her eclectic influences—from Paramore and No Doubt to Amy Winehouse and Bob Marley—into a sound that transcends genres. Her self-described “music alchemy” transforms raw emotions into an intoxicating mix of pop, rock, and reggae, with Sueñitos embodying her commitment to organic euphoria while the rest of her discography attests to how she never shies away from darker themes.

Hi play and prepare for full immersion as your senses are flooded with colour.

Sueñitos is available to stream on all major platforms via this link.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Catch the fever of euphoria in Bekah Wilbourn’s sophomore single, Lost in Colombia

Posted on 13 August 2024

Bekah Wilbourn took the Latino Pop scene by storm with her cinematically melancholic debut single, Go Numb. On the 19th of July, the airwaves witnessed a different side to the songstress with the unveiling of her sophomore single, Lost in Colombia. Orchestrated as a celebration of multiculturalism viewed through the lens of a one-in-a-lifetime love affair, Lost in Colombia is an instantly infectious fever of euphoria.

As the strident horn stabs meet the mesmeric rhythm of the Latin percussion, a carnivalesque energy sweeps across the panoramic production which enshrines the El Paso-based artist’s expansively arrestive vocals that embody vitality.

In a time when it feels as though division is eroding connection, Bekah Wilbourn did so much more than simply contribute to the airwaves with Lost in Colombia, she served a reminder that, unlike prejudice, love knows nothing of borders.

In her own words,

“Lost in Colombia tells the heartfelt story of a journey driven by love and cultural immersion. The song’s narrative explores a deep, personal connection where the protagonist finds herself yearning to embrace the Colombian culture and lifestyle after meeting a lover in Colombia. The lyrics reflect her desire to step out of her comfort zone and fully integrate into his world, longing to be lost together in the enchanting and magical city of Colombia.”

Lost in Colombia is now available to stream on all major platforms, including Spotify.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Oxford singer-songwriter Emma Hunter brought Latino Post-Punk to UK shores in her artfully augmented single, Guilty

Posted on 29 October 2023

If Iggy Pop is the Passenger, the Oxford singer, songwriter, and instrumentalist Emma Hunter is the driver in her biggest single and battle of conscience to date, Guilty, which hit the airwaves on September 29.

With her artful sonic signature scribed through her Flamenco guitars augmented with a brashy and garagey high-octane post-punk energy that will ensnare fans of Siouxsie Soux and Debbie Harry, this guilt-riddled and demon-parading evolution is a far cry from her former releases which reach the epitome of affectingly arresting.

Hunter’s new-found strident approach to enticing listeners into her conceptually cunning creativity will undoubtedly put her on the right trajectory towards the reverence she’s deserved from the outset. As much as the industry maintains that it favours authenticity and talent, her absence from the charts is a damning testament to their appetite for melodic monotony.

Stream Guilty via YouTube and Spotify and keep up to date with Emma Hunter’s new music via Facebook and Instagram. 

Review by Amelia Vandergast

A Beautiful Dove that Sings “No Mercy”

Posted on 18 May 2023

“No Mercy” by Paloma Amaya is a vibrant and dynamic bilingual track that seamlessly blends elements of Fiesta-dance and Broadway music. Paloma’s voice is simply stunning, matching her beauty as a woman and adding an extra layer of allure to the song’s lively rhythm. The song features both English and Spanish lyrics, showcasing Paloma’s ability to perform in multiple languages with ease.

The grinding horns at the end of the chorus add an extra level of energy to the song, creating a sound that’s impossible not to dance along with. The arrangement is well-crafted, with each element of the production coming together to create a cohesive and polished sound.

In her bio, Paloma Amaya shares her impressive background as a performer, having started her career at the young age of five in some of the biggest theatres in Vienna. She began writing her own music in 2020, and “No Mercy” is just one of the tracks she’s released since then. Paloma’s EP and music videos can be found on all major platforms, and she’s already performed her own music in Vienna and the UK.

“No Mercy” is a testament to Paloma’s talent as a singer-songwriter, with its infectious rhythm and catchy lyrics. The song’s combination of Fiesta-dance and Broadway music gives it a unique and memorable sound that’s impossible to forget. Paloma’s music is a celebration of her heritage, with bilingual lyrics that showcase her cultural identity in a way that’s both authentic and relatable.

“No Mercy” is both vibrant and sophisticated. Paloma’s stunning vocals, the grinding horns, and the lively rhythm make it a must-listen for anyone who appreciates high-quality music with a modern twist. Paloma’s talent as a singer-songwriter is evident in every note of “No Mercy,” and we can’t wait to hear what she has in store for us next.

Marcosth3frog drops the heat for us to warm up inside on Tu Y Yo

Posted on 6 April 2023

Sizzling through the airwaves like a modern-day hero awaiting his claim for the top-tier echelon, Marcosth3frog gets the flow alive with ideas on the catchy new single to swim deeply into on Tu Y Yo.

Marcosth3frog is a Montreal, Canada-based indie Latino rapper who has recently evolved his sound and makes those soothing hits to be played on repeat.

Impressing from all angles and never letting us go for a second, Marcosth3frog is a majestic track with a party atmosphere and shall surge up our emotions, and get those sleepy feet tapping again.

With smooth vocals and a bustling beat to turn up a little or a lot, this is the kind of song which will cause beaming smiles to drift through the sunshine.

Tu Y Yo from Montreal, Canada-based indie Latino rapper Marcosth3frog is one of the catchiest singles available to our souls right now. There is so much to appreciate about a song with a real bounce and rhythm, which will alleviate all worries like a flick of a switch.

Listen up on SoundCloud.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Mia Laren is demurely devil may care in her cinematic Latino pop track, Careful

Posted on 5 April 2023

Starting with a scintillating spoken word verse which outlines the brutality of betrayal with devil-may-care demure beguile, Latino pop artist Mia Laren’s latest single, Careful, is a cinematic invitation into her hypnotically emboldening scorn.

With a music video that is somewhere between Westworld and Moulin Rouge exhibiting the artist’s professional dance training, few icons shine brighter than the Baltimore singer-songwriter and producer. Evidently, there’s no end to her superlative talents. After growing up in a musical family, she found her magnetically celestial voice at 10 before graduating from UMBC with a BA in dance. From there on out she found her calling; replicating her life experience through rhythmic dramatized depictions.

Watch the official music video for Careful on YouTube or add the track to your breakup playlists on Spotify.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

The Latino fusionist, ROLF has released his most seductive track to date with OTRA NOCHE DE AMANTES

Posted on 14 February 2022

To follow on from his 2021 debut single, Soltera, the Latino alt-pop artist, ROLF unleashed his vibe-packed 6-track EP, ILUSIONES. For new fans to his seductively soulful style, OTRA NOCHE DE AMANTES is the ultimate introduction.

With the Spanish lyricism, for English monolingual minds, there’s an air of mystery. When the lyrics are translated, ROLF keeps his enigmatic allure which also resonates in his fusion of spacey ambient electronica, Latin pop, and RnB.

To amplify the demure energy, ROLF brought in jazz and rock nuances to ensure that you are well and truly transfixed by the outro. OTRA NOCHE DE AMANTES may be a short and sweet track, but considering that it delivers 2-minutes of aural bliss, it leaves nothing to be desired.

OTRA NOCHE DE AMANTES is now available to stream on Spotify.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Light up your playlists with Latino Pop artist YXani’s latest single, Son Igual.

Posted on 20 October 2021

Since his 2019 debut, the Latino pop artist YXani has garnered plenty of hype with his intrinsically evocative signature style. His latest release, Son Igual, is a downtempo RnB ballad that lets sun-kissed tones bleed into the mix as a contrast to the melancholic undercurrent that flows right through this modernist contribution to the airwaves.

Unilingual English minds may not be able to easily abstract the meaning from the Spanish lyrics, but that does little to harken the emotional intensity of the stylish and soulful release.

YXani’s latest single, Son Igual, is now available to stream on Spotify.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Look Into My Eyes: Mr. Relax brings the heat with love-packed Latino single ‘Tu DeMo’ (feat. D-Fish)

Posted on 2 October 2021

With a cheeky glint in the eye and with lots of smooth moves to get the heart beating faster, Mr. Relax brings us his brand new Latino love track to get those bodies grooving and moving with ‘Tu DeMo‘ (feat. D-Fish).

Mr. Relax is a Latino artist who skillfully blends in Trap and Reggaeton and is a music producer/owner at SSL ProRecords.

”Your DeMo is when you have just met someone very special and dedicate a romantic demonstration of yourself.” ~ Mr. Relax

This is dance-filled message about letting that person know that you are for real, as you move in closer and tell them exactly how you feel. There is a sonic energy here which fills the dimly lit club, as your style is full of no regrets to see if they are in the same vibe as you or not. With lots of classy sunglasses, romantically tones lyrics and sweaty bodies around, this has a lets-go-home-together vibe which brings you back to the old days at your local nightspot.

‘Tu DeMo‘ (feat. D-Fish) from the Latino Trap/Reggaeton artist, music producer and record label owner Mr. Relax, is a sexy song all about showing that you are the right person for your future lover. Rapped, sung and danced with a sensual style and featuring lots of flashy visuals, this is a late-night track to put on when you want to impress that special someone.

See this exciting new music video on YouTube and see more via the FB music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen