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Alt.Latino

NPR
Bad Bunny
Latin Music
Puerto Rico
Jazz
NPR
Reggaeton
Venezuela
Debí Tirar Más Fotos
Cultural Identity
Latin Grammys
Cumbia
Tiny Desk Contest
Brazilian Music
Shakira
Danny Ocean
Love
Bolero
Hip Hop
California
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The global Latinx community is evolving and growing fast. Alt.Latino is here to celebrate it and all of its nuances through music. Each episode, NPR Music's Felix Contreras and Anamaria Sayre sit down with a different living legend or rising star to discuss Latinx culture, heritage, and the shared borders of our experiences. Let the chisme begin!Support NPR and get your music exploration sponsor-f... more

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Since 2014, we've been hitting bands up to send in their videos for the opportunity to win the Tiny Desk Contest. And almost from the beginning, Alt.Latino has been pulling aside the bands and artists that play Latin music. It’s always been a highlig... more

I've been dying to interview Argentine artist Milo J ever since he came to NPR earlier this year to perform at the Tiny Desk. The 19-year-old started his career as a trap artist, but his latest album, 'La Vida Era Más Corta,' mines Argentine folklore... more

Fusion is at the heart of so much of the music we cover - especially on this week's episode. Flamenco producers descend on Hermosillo to experiment with regional Mexican music. Young Argentine artists blend trap with folk and rock en Español. A sunny... more

This week's new music show spans the breadth of Latin America. Argentine indie artist Paula Prieto goes experimental. Venezuelan reggaeton pioneers Chino y Nacho return to the limelight. Brazilian singer Marina B reminds Felix of The Beatles. Guatema... more

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Recent Guests

Milo J
Argentine artist known for blending folclore with contemporary formats
Episode: El futuro es Milo J
Jorge Drexler
Uruguayan singer-songwriter, composer and guitarist
Self-directed artist
Episode: Jorge Drexler returns home
Sofia Rei
Argentine vocalist and composer
Self/Antónima project
Episode: Songs she loves: Sofia Rei and the magic of the human voice
Rubén Ramos
Tejano legend, vocalist
Solo artist, Tejano tradition
Episode: A Tejano master gets his flowers. Plus, Yahritza y Su Esencia returns
Yahritza y Su Esencia
Band known for norteño/country-influenced Mexican regional sound
Yahritza y Su Esencia
Episode: A Tejano master gets his flowers. Plus, Yahritza y Su Esencia returns
Lucas Santana
Brazilian singer-songwriter, acclaimed figure in Brazilian music
Solo artist
Episode: A Tejano master gets his flowers. Plus, Yahritza y Su Esencia returns
Lila Downs
Mexican singer known for Roots Oaxaca and cross-cultural fusion
Solo artist
Episode: A Tejano master gets his flowers. Plus, Yahritza y Su Esencia returns
Papo Vázquez
Trombonist, guest on the episode
Musician, trombonist (special guest)
Episode: From church basement to salsa immortality: Remembering Willie Colón
Pedrito Martinez
Solo artist; rumbero performer; Afro-Cuban folkloric drumming and singing
Pedrito Martinez's projects including Bad Hombre; Santana? (as described)
Episode: Chicano soul, Canary Islands merengue and a percussion supergroup

Hosts

Felix Contreras
Host of Alt.Latino, known for his deep appreciation of Latin music and extensive experience in music journalism.
Anamaria Sayre
Co-host of Alt.Latino, recognized for her engaging hosting style and insightful contributions to discussions on Latinx culture.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 897 ratings
  • Love this podcast!

    I have been regularly listening to Alt Latino for years and I look forward to every new episode. I’m a high school Spanish teacher in Canada and lover of Latin music and the show keeps me informed inspired and grooving!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ProfeLee
    Canada24 days ago
  • Un tesoro :)

    I actually found alt.latino after I left the US (but I’m not in a Spanish-speaking country), and this podcast has helped me get to know my latino friends’ and my partner’s cultures here much better with in-depth (although y’all could get even more technical, I don’t mind…) analysis and cultural background that I otherwise would not have heard of! It also allows me to see my first home in a totally different way culturally since the spanish-speaking parts of la cultura estadounidense are quite si... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Howarethenonsenseonestaken
    Germanya month ago
  • Diles que no me maTEN

    Hola, I have been listening to your show for a very long time, thanks to an artist friend of mine. I like the music you feature, and your show has opened my ears to new music. Thanks!

    I have a little criticism about how some words are pronounced and how you can produce even better shows:

    1) the Mexican band you featured on the Dec. 5 show is called Diles que no me Maten (not matan). Furthermore, what you could have talked about was that the name of the band is referencing a famous short story b... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Mr. MT Chu
    United States5 months ago
  • Let the chisme begin!

    When I see a new episode of Alt.Latino in my feed it literally changes my day. Brightens it up and makes me laugh, all while introducing me to new music I wouldn’t typically hear on my own. In the last 3 years I’ve been listening I’ve cried, laughed, danced and shared my favorite episodes with my friends/family. Thank you all for curating such a wonderful mood lifting show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    laninax3
    United States7 months ago
  • My life is better because of Felix and Alt. Latino

    I feel like Alt. Latino really adds so much to my life. Felix, Ana, and other guest hosts make me feel like I am not alone in the way we experiences these songs and lyrics and musical textures. I always find myself more grounded and happy and creative after listening to these episodes - and excited to check out artists featured on the show. I would def be friends with Felix and Ana!!! Such a great addition to life, celebrating the colors and stories, and musical genius of nuestra gente. Con much... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brita Bee
    United States7 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging and warm hosting style, which makes the show feel personal and relatable.
The chemistry between the hosts is highlighted as a strong point, enhancing the overall listening experience.
The podcast is praised for introducing new music and artists, highlighting its role in cultural education.
Some reviews suggest a desire for deeper explorations of musical histories and artist backgrounds.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#98
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Apple Podcasts
#240
Australia/Music
Apple Podcasts
#70
Chile/Music
Apple Podcasts
#88
Saudi Arabia/Music
Apple Podcasts
#200
India/Music
Apple Podcasts
#206
Argentina/Music

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

El futuro es Milo J
Q: ¿Qué tan personal es el disco para ti?
El álbum usa personajes y recursos para contar historias que pueden no ser literalmente tuyas, lo que permite a Milo explorar emociones universales sin exponer solo su vida personal.
Jorge Drexler returns home
Q: What did that mean to you, estar acá, estar ahora? Why the motivation now to make a song with this double meaning?
He describes the personal and musical context of returning to Uruguay, the social and community aspects of La Rueda de Candombe, and how the concept of being here and now informs the album Taracá.
Jorge Drexler returns home
Q: Let's start with one of your tracks. Which one do you want to play first?
Drexler selects el tambor chico, explaining its role as the smallest tambor in Candombe with a fixed, mantra-like pattern that anchors the record.
Rosalía in her own words
Q: How does Rosalía explore the complexities of being a woman today?
Anamaria described the album as a deep exploration of feminine mysticism and the evolution of the female experience.
Rosalía in her own words
Q: What are your thoughts on the album's connection to spirituality and mysticism?
Felix drew parallels between the album and John Coltrane's Love Supreme, highlighting Rosalía's exploration of spirituality through music.

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The podcast focuses on the dynamic and evolving landscape of Latinx culture, primarily through the lens of music. Hosted by Felix Contreras and Anamaria Sayre, it features discussions with both established legends and emerging talents, highlighting various themes such as cultural identity, resilience, and social issues within the Latinx community. The episodes cover a range of genres and styles, from contemporary Latin music to traditional folk influences, showcasing how music serves both as a celebration of heritage and a platform for critical conversations about societal challenges.

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Recent guests on Alt.Latino include:

1. Milo J
2. Jorge Drexler
3. Sofia Rei
4. Rubén Ramos
5. Yahritza y Su Esencia
6. Lucas Santana
7. Lila Downs
8. Papo Vázquez

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