When it comes to distinguishing what exactly Latin music is, what makes the cut? To some, it’s simply music from the Latin American region, and to others, it’s any music that is sung in Spanish – but much like the pop canon, the phrase encapsulates so many different eras, styles, and genres.
Like any distinction, there’s also music on the periphery: specifi ... Show More
Aug 19
All roads lead to Pharrell: Tyler, Clipse, and Cardi
The conversation around the new music this summer has been a dour one. Some of the biggest songs in the country right now are downtempo stomp-clap anthems and wistful Cranberries pastiche. Even on this very show, Nate and Charlie have asked: where's the fun? As it turns out, the ... Show More
52m 36s
Aug 12
A brief history of terrible lyrics (with Sam Sanders)
Why do bad lyrics happen to good people? From "suckin' on a chili dog" to "making love to his tonic and gin," even the biggest hits from our favorite artists can feature lyrical turns that make us feel quizzical, offended, or even downright nauseated. With the help of Sam Sanders ... Show More
43m 5s
Oct 2021
Alt.Latino Unpacks the Latest Music News, Including Latin Grammy Drama
An eclectic round-up of all the current happenings across the Latin Music world. Listen to conversations with Juanes, José González, Yosmel Montejo, as well as a run-down of the Latin Grammy nominations drama. This kind of chisme you don't want to miss.
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36m 11s
Sep 2021
Alt. Latino's Fall Music Preview
Our digital mail bag overflows with great new music to head into the last part of 2021. Songs heard on this episode:
• Arturo O'Farrill and the Afro Latin Jazz Ensemble, "Dreaming in Lions"
• Meridian Brothers and Conjunto Media Luna, "La Secta"
• Dos Santos, "A Shot in the Dark" ... Show More
33m 34s
Mar 2024
🇮🇹 No boredom for Italy: Reviewing Sanremo 2024
Italy is famous for many things, but in the music world, they’re famous for inventing Eurovision. The original song contest, Sanremo, has delivered the first female singer in ten years... LEARN MORE
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53m 5s