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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Tricky Techno
Single - Released August 1, 2025

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Alan Navarro
Alejo
Alex Ferreira
Alexis Chaires
Arath Herce
Ariadne Arana
BALTHVS
BUDAYA
BeeJay
Caloncho
Carolina Pérez
Chema Elizondo
Cheo
Chiara Oliver
Chino El Asesino
Cumbiafrica
DEPARTAMENTO
Daniel Merak
Depressiego
Diegote
Doble ONE Flow Letal
Duani
Duo&One
El Buitre
El Esca
El Gran Silencio
El Lirikario
El Tri
Emilio Cabra
FRIO
Faruz Feet
Fidel Nadal
Fito Paez
Grupo Enkelé
Hello Seahorse!
Inoxidables
J Abecia
JPFernandez
Jaz
Jotdog
Juan Pablo Vega
Juan Son
Karamelo Santo
Kawer Téllez
Kirnbauer
La Deskarga
LaCabra
Laura Maré
Lengua de Mapa
Lia Kali
Lido Pimienta
Los Amantes De Lola
Los Cumbia Stars
MVLDITOS HOMBRES
Malas Decisiones
Malos
Manu Chao
Marc Nale
Marcelo Gabriel
Marcelo Rubio
Matiah Chinaski
Matias Fisher
Mexican Institute Of Sound
Mi Sobrino Memo
Mica Sotera
Miranda!
Mismo Frente
Monsieur Periné
Nashy-Nashai
Neverknwn
Nidia Gongora
Nonpalidece
Novalima
Oddó
Olivia Wald
Pahua
Panteon Rococo
Paula Koops
Pedro Calderon
Pirlo
Quantic
Ramma
Real Fuba
Ruzzi
Sangre X Sangre
Scandalove flecha roja
Simon Grossmann
Sonex
Sosad.97
Sous-Sol
Systema Solar
VAMPIRO
Valentina Rico
Victor Rivera Y Su Nuevo Estilo
Viniloversus
ZOCO Música
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¡ESSO! Afrojam Funkbeat
Soda Stereo
Mon Laferte
Natalia Lafourcade
Los Enanitos Verdes
Manu Chao
Gustavo Cerati
Miranda!
Zoé
No Te Va Gustar
Elefante
Jarabe De Palo
León Larregui
Calle 13
Café Tacvba
Siddhartha
Babasónicos
Caifanes
Los Bunkers
Bomba Estéreo
Pirlo
Ximena Sariñana
Hombres G
Bacilos
Los Auténticos Decadentes
Fito Paez
Heroes Del Silencio
Panteon Rococo
Caloncho
Doble ONE Flow Letal
Los Fabulosos Cadillacs
Migrantes
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Vilma Palma e Vampiros
Mœnia
Molotov
Eugenio Esquivel
Elsa y Elmar
Moderatto
Mecano
Daniela Spalla
Santaferia
Diegote
Vicentico
Ana Tijoux
Bandalos Chinos
El BAI
Los Pericos
Lia Kali
Cumbiafrica
Marciano Cantero
Os Paralamas Do Sucesso
Camilo Séptimo
Quantic
Rata Blanca
Jesse Baez
El Tri
Esteman
La Raíz
Pushi
Los Cafres
Victor Rivera Y Su Nuevo Estilo
Bersuit Vergarabat
Los Amigos Invisibles
Los Patos Feos Inc
La Mosca Tse-Tse
Los Tres
Little Jesus
Gizmo Varillas
Control Machete
Cultura Profética
Pedro Calderon
Benny
La Ley
Gaby Moreno
Yotuel
Vicco
maye
Jonathan Caro
Macaco
La Gusana Ciega
Maldita Vecindad Y Los Hijos Del 5to. Patio
El Gran Silencio
Lila Downs
Monsieur Periné
Duncan Dhu
Orishas
Sebastian Llosa
Aterciopelados
Linton
BALTHVS
J Abecia
Odisseo
Porter
La Loquera
Celso Piña
El David
Chico Trujillo
Fuentes Prod
Ariadne Arana
Los Rodriguez