Mexican Son

Mexican Son is a rich and vibrant music genre that embodies the cultural fusion of indigenous, Spanish, and African musical elements, creating a tapestry of sound that is quintessentially Mexican. It is characterized by the use of stringed instruments such as the jarana, guitarra de son, and the distinctive deep-voiced leona, alongside percussive instruments like the marimbol and the cajón, complemented by the lively rhythms of zapateado dancing. The genre encompasses various regional styles, each with its unique flair, from the son jarocho of Veracruz to the son huasteco of the Huasteca region. Lyrics often tell stories of everyday life, love, nature, and historical events, reflecting the nation's diverse social and cultural narratives. The above-mentioned artists contribute to the evolving tradition of Mexican Son, preserving its roots while infusing contemporary influences that keep this genre ever-evolving and reflective of the Mexican spirit.

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Madre Natura
Single - Released September 29, 2024

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Caña Dulce y Caña Brava
Chuchumbé
Chéjere
Dinastía Hidalguense
Ensamble Folklorico de Veracruz
Grupo Mono Blanco
Grupo Mono Blanco Y Stone Lips
Grupo Nahucalli
La Negra Graciana
Los Caimanes
Los Camperos de Valles
Los Cojolites
Los Folkloristas
Los Parientes De Playa Vicente
Los Vega
Patricio Hidalgo y el Afrojarocho
Son De Madera
Son de Barro
Son del Centro
Sonex
Trio Xoxocapa
Utrera, Los
Zacamandú
Los Cojolites
Los Folkloristas
Son De Madera
Los Camperos de Valles
Sonex
Los Vega
Grupo Nahucalli
Grupo Mono Blanco
La Negra Graciana
Chéjere
Trio Xoxocapa
Chuchumbé
Grupo Mono Blanco Y Stone Lips
Los Caimanes
Ensamble Folklorico de Veracruz
Caña Dulce y Caña Brava
Utrera, Los
Patricio Hidalgo y el Afrojarocho
Dinastía Hidalguense
Los Parientes De Playa Vicente
Zacamandú
Son de Barro
Son del Centro