Latin Alternative

Latin Alternative is a genre that blends traditional Latin American music with modern rock, punk, and electronic elements, creating a unique sound that is both rootsy and innovative. Characterized by its driving rhythms, eclectic instrumentation, and emotive vocal styles, Latin Alternative emerged in the 1980s and 1990s as a response to mainstream Latin music. During its heyday in the 1990s and early 2000s, the genre gained popularity in Latin America and globally, particularly among younger audiences seeking a more contemporary and experimental sound. Drawing from folk, rock en español, and tropical music, Latin Alternative artists infused their music with social commentary, introspection, and cultural pride. The genre's fusion of traditional and modern styles has influenced a wide range of musical movements, from indie rock to world music. Its distinctive energy, poetic lyrics, and genre-bending spirit have made Latin Alternative a vital force in shaping the sound of contemporary Latin American music.

Latest Latin Alternative Release
undefined album image
Vida Entera
Single - Released March 21, 2025

RecentMusic users are tracking 659 Latin Alternative artists for new releases, and have access to the full timeline of 14,170 releases .

Join them and feed your new music addiction, and add the Latin Alternative artists you love!

Get Started Browse Releases
Alex Wall
Amalfitan
Ana Sofi W.
Andrea Bejar
Atenea en la luna
Avionica
Avión de papel
BALTHVS
Bandalos Chinos
BeeJay
Benito Cerati
Bomba Estéreo
CLUBZ
CURRO
Caloncho
Charlie USG
Chiara Oliver
Comisario Pantera
Costa Felina
División Minúscula
El Adri Music
El BAI
El High
El Lirikario
Elis Paprika
Esteman
Eugenio Esquivel
Fabio Capri
Fehr Rivas
Felix Bozz
Fito Paez
Gabriel Drago
Gerson Cazares
Gio Kutia
Gizmo Varillas
Gonzalo Brancciari
Greccia
Haquil
ISADORA
J Abecia
Jaz
Jeronimo Cantillo
Jessy Bulbo
Jorge Carmona
Jorge Drexler
Juan Rosasco en Banda
Julia Alvarez
Jyoshin Storm
Kevin Johansen
La Banda del Dragòn
La Deskarga
La Unión
Lia Kali
Los Auténticos Decadentes
Los Cumbia Stars
Los Daniels
Los Estramboticos
Los Miranda
Los Pericos
Los Tres
Madenzi
Mama Terra
Marcela Lezcano
Marcelo Rubio
Marcelus Airlinez
Marinero
Maximiliano Calvo
Mestizo Is Back
Mexican Institute Of Sound
Miranda!
Monvelyno
Nashy-Nashai
Natalia Lafourcade
Olivia Wald
Oswaldo_NR
Pablo Lesuit
Safree
Salomón Beda
Salon Victoria
Santa Suerte
Santaferia
Santo Dinero
Santo Miletto
Sergent Garcia
Sila Lua
Sol Pereyra
Stokoff
Strings And Heart
Teeam Revolver
The Melodico
Unico
Vicco
Vivir Quintana
Ximena Sariñana
Yacaré
Yotuel
emmanuellcortess_
l0rna
tres islas
vatocholo
Julieta Venegas
Mon Laferte
Los Enanitos Verdes
Soda Stereo
Miranda!
Gustavo Cerati
Zoé
Natalia Lafourcade
Charly García
Bunbury
León Larregui
Jarabe De Palo
Elefante
Babasónicos
Calle 13
Los Bunkers
Café Tacvba
No Te Va Gustar
Bomba Estéreo
Manu Chao
Caifanes
Pirlo
El BAI
Enjambre
Hombres G
Bacilos
Andrés Calamaro
Heroes Del Silencio
Inspector
Fito Paez
Migrantes
Los Auténticos Decadentes
Los Fabulosos Cadillacs
Panteon Rococo
Mœnia
emmanuellcortess_
Vilma Palma e Vampiros
Molotov
Jorge Drexler
Caloncho
Eugenio Esquivel
Santaferia
Diegote
Mecano
Vicentico
Moderatto
Ximena Sariñana
Los Pericos
Daniela Spalla
Doble ONE Flow Letal
Cumbiafrica
La Vela Puerca
Lia Kali
Jesse Baez
El Tri
Os Paralamas Do Sucesso
DLD
Marciano Cantero
Quantic
Rata Blanca
Camilo Séptimo
Esteman
Ana Tijoux
Los Tres
Los Cafres
Los Patos Feos Inc
La Mosca Tse-Tse
Pushi
Bersuit Vergarabat
Victor Rivera Y Su Nuevo Estilo
Benny
Gizmo Varillas
Los Amigos Invisibles
La Ley
Control Machete
Cultura Profética
Pedro Calderon
Gaby Moreno
Yotuel
Vicco
Jonathan Caro
Bandalos Chinos
La Raíz
La Gusana Ciega
Macaco
Lila Downs
Monsieur Periné
El Gran Silencio
Duncan Dhu
División Minúscula
Little Jesus
Maldita Vecindad Y Los Hijos Del 5to. Patio
Orishas
Linton
Odisseo
J Abecia
El David
La Loquera
Celso Piña
Sebastian Llosa