The Latin Alternative

The Latin Alternative Show 1929

Latin Hip-Hop is often much more dynamic and musically adventurous than its U.S. counterpart. This week we spotlight the artists pushing the boundaries with intelligence and creativity, including Fémina, Rosalía, Santi Mostaffa, C-Kan, Niña Dioz and many more.

The Latin Alternative Show 1928

This week is all about the new music! Highlights include the return of Grammy-winning artists Mala Rodriguez, Alex Cuba and Kevin Johansen, as well as buzz-heavy new artists like Cineplex, Marrón and Omar Apollo.

The Latin Alternative Show 2002

This week we're joined by the legendary singer/songwriter Andres Calamaro, considered by many to be the Latin music answer to Bob Dylan. Calamaro shares stories about his latest multi Grammy-nominated album 'Cargar La Suerte,' as well as his iconic hits "Mil Horas," "Alta Suciedad" and more.

The Latin Alternative Show 1926

Mexico is a powerhouse of Latin-Alt music, and this week's music more than proves it. Featured artists include Ximena Sariñana, Cafe Tacvba, C-Kan, Niña Dioz, Nortec Collective, Natalia Lafourcade and many more. 

The Latin Alternative Show 1924

This week we spotlight our favorite Brazilian songs of all time, including bossa nova, rock, hip-hop and funk. Featured artists include Lenine, Bebel Gilberto, Pato Fu, O Rappa, MC Marcinho, Seu Jorge and more.

The Latin Alternative Show 1922

This week is all about the best new Brazilian music, from contemporary bossa nova and modern rock, to soul and hip-hop. Featured artists include Mano Brown, Lino Krizz, Mallu Magalhaes, Paulinho Moska and more.

The Latin Alternative Show 1923

So much great new music, so little time! This week we spotlight our favorite new releases, including the trippy tropical sounds of Mr. Tropical, a new wave-flavored collab from Jenny and The Mexicats & Vetusta Morla, and African-inspired rumba from Puerto Rican chanteuse iLe.

The Latin Alternative Show 1919

It was 10 years ago today....this week we take the Latin-Alt time machine back to 2009, a banner year for the genre. Highlights include the Latin electronic fusion sounds of Mexican Institute of Sound and Pacha Massive, the explosive breakthrough debut of Bomba Estereo, and the welcome return of veterans Los Fabulosos Cadillacs and Los Amigos Invisibles.

The Latin Alternative Show 1927

This week we celebrate the 20th annual Latin Alternative Music Conference (LAMC) with interviews and music from Colombian rockers Diamante Eléctrico and Thievery Corporation vocalist Natalia Clavier, plus a special guest DJ session from LAMC co-founder Tomas Cookman. 

The Latin Alternative Show 1918

This week our co-host Josh Norek visits Uruguay, the pint-sized powerhouse nation with vital indie rock and hip-hop scenes. Joining us for interviews are the psychedelic power pop band Boomerang, and the rising Latin hip-hop star Santi Mostaffa.