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.

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Santuario
Single - Released February 19, 2025

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Alex Wall
Ana Sofi W.
Andrea Bejar
Andrés Calamaro
Atenea en la luna
Avión de papel
BALTHVS
BORJA
Bauti Mascia
Benito Cerati
Bimbo el Oso Mañoso
Bomba Estéreo
CURRO
Cachorro Lopez
Cayro Music
Chiara Oliver
Costa Felina
DesXa
Diego Raposo
División Minúscula
Doble ONE Flow Letal
El Adri Music
El BAI
El Fil Invisible - el musical
El High
El Lirikario
Eugenio Esquivel
Fabio Capri
Felix Bozz
Fito Paez
GARZI
Geko Rbn
Gerson Cazares
Gio Kutia
Gizmo Varillas
Gonzalo Brancciari
Gonzalo Nawel
Greccia
J Abecia
JASON YAWAR CRU
Jorge Carmona
Juan Rosasco en Banda
Julia Alvarez
Jyoshin Storm
Kevin Johansen
La Unión
Lia Kali
Los Bunkers
Los Del Maranaho
Los Flakos
Los Mesoneros
Los Tres
Lu Decker
M.Ferrero
Madenzi
Malos
Mama Terra
Marcela Lezcano
Marcelo Rubio
Marcelus Airlinez
Marinero
Maximiliano Calvo
Mayo
Mestizo Is Back
Mexican Institute Of Sound
Mexikolombia
Migrantes
Miranda!
Mon Laferte
Muriel
NZO
Nashy-Nashai
Natalia Lafourcade
Nde Pomberos
No Te Va Gustar
Olivia Wald
Oswaldo_NR
Pablo Lesuit
Papaya
Pirlo
Reyno
Safree
Santa Suerte
Santo Dinero
Santo Miletto
Sila Lua
Sr. Bikini
Stokoff
Tapias Tamayo
The Melodico
Tina Pámpano
Vivir Quintana
Ximena Sariñana
Yorghaki
Yotuel
Yuly
Zckrap
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l0rna
vatocholo
Julieta Venegas
Mon Laferte
Soda Stereo
Los Enanitos Verdes
Miranda!
Gustavo Cerati
Zoé
Natalia Lafourcade
Charly García
Bunbury
Babasónicos
Elefante
No Te Va Gustar
León Larregui
Calle 13
Café Tacvba
Manu Chao
Caifanes
Los Bunkers
Bomba Estéreo
Enjambre
El BAI
Bacilos
Hombres G
Heroes Del Silencio
Fito Paez
Andrés Calamaro
PXNDX
Inspector
Los Fabulosos Cadillacs
Los Auténticos Decadentes
Migrantes
Molotov
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Mœnia
Vilma Palma e Vampiros
Pirlo
Caloncho
Eugenio Esquivel
Jarabe De Palo
Jorge Drexler
Vicentico
Diegote
Moderatto
Mecano
Panteon Rococo
Doble ONE Flow Letal
Lia Kali
Ximena Sariñana
Los Pericos
Cumbiafrica
La Vela Puerca
Los Caligaris
Os Paralamas Do Sucesso
DLD
El Tri
Camilo Séptimo
Rata Blanca
Marciano Cantero
Victor Rivera Y Su Nuevo Estilo
Los Cafres
Pushi
Esteman
Ana Tijoux
Los Tres
Bersuit Vergarabat
La Mosca Tse-Tse
Los Patos Feos Inc
Pedro Calderon
Cultura Profética
Control Machete
Quantic
Los Amigos Invisibles
Benny
Gizmo Varillas
La Ley
Jonathan Caro
Vicco
Gaby Moreno
Yotuel
Macaco
Maldita Vecindad Y Los Hijos Del 5to. Patio
El Gran Silencio
Monsieur Periné
Duncan Dhu
División Minúscula
Bandalos Chinos
Little Jesus
La Gusana Ciega
Linton
Celso Piña
El David
Lila Downs
Orishas
J Abecia
Odisseo
Sebastian Llosa
La Loquera
Caramelos De Cianuro
Motel