The Sound of Tunantada

“The Sound of Tunantada” is a playlist that pulls together the modern and traditional tones of Peru’s central highlands through the vibrant lens of tunantada—a folk dance and music style known for its rich instrumentation and playful yet poignant melodies. This collection blends heartfelt vocals, brass-forward orchestration, and rhythms that echo both joy and longing, spotlighting a genre that straddles both the ceremonial and the everyday.

Featuring tracks from artists like Karen Riques, Raíces D’Jauja, and Renacer Perú, the playlist mixes up romantic storytelling with danceable tunes and familiar Andean textures. Classics like “Cariño malo (Enamorado de ti)” and “Amor de Infancia - Tunantada” sit alongside huaynos and upbeat orquesta-style numbers, giving a full picture of tunantada’s versatility. It’s a strong sampling of the contemporary tunantero scene, rooted in cultural pride and lyrical emotion.