Niko Eme – Traicionera

Niko Eme Traicionera

Nothing gets a the blood flowing hotter than a rapid mambo and tale of betrayal.  "Traicionera" ("Traitor") has us sitting on the edge of our seats, feet tapping and body swirling, as Niko Eme sings about a woman who thrives off of passion and apathy.  No matter how much love you give her, you'll only feel worse in the long-run ("Te Regale Mi Amor / Y Ya Nada Queda").  Few artists can infuse as much passion and meaning into an energetic dance or mambo track like the Twin Cities' Niko … [Read more...]

Domino Saints Interview

Domino Saints Interview Spanglish Noise 2013

Listen: Download (Right Click & Save):  Domino Saints Interview Summary: Domino Saints is a versatile Miami duo consisting of rapper David and singer Gigi.  Spanglish Noise's Joseph Mitchell interviews the band today to learn about their native Puerto Rico, the origins of their band name, their first single "Malas Mañas," the effect of Puerto Rico's crime on the island's music scene, and more!  Watch their latest single "Exclusivo" here on Spanglish Noise, and stay tuned for the … [Read more...]

El Dusty – Por Vida

dusty

Cumbia-tech connoisseur DJ Dus, or simply "El Dusty," returns with a new track "Por Vida" off his album Soy Yo! (available on Bandcamp).  We were fortunate enough to interview Dusty in June of 2012, where we learned about his hip-hop origins DJ-ing for the likes of Baby Bash and the road that eventually led to his first cumbia-tech single, "K Le Pasa." HipHop beats and Cumbia might seem like two totally different worlds, but this is just the latest example of the possibilities that exist for … [Read more...]

Los Labios – Bailando En Otra Parte

Los Labios Luz Fuerza EP

The ñu-cumbia movement, from a North American perspective, is an underground music scene that is breaking down barriers through its experimentation with electronica, Latin, and of course Cumbia.  From what we can tell, there is no absolute definition of the genre, but in general, if you catch that familiar cumbia shuffle flirting with some modern electronic sounds, it'll probably qualify.    Ñu-cumbia seems to have the strongest base in Argentina (ie. Campo) and Colombia (ie. Bomba … [Read more...]

Bomba Estereo – El Alma y El Cuerpo

Bomba Estereo

Bomba Estereo is a hip young group from Colombia whose sound is a fusion of Afro-Latin, electronic, reggae, and funk.   They just released their latest album Elegancia Tropical at the beginning of this month and it does not disappoint.  From ambient worldly tracks ("Bosque") to electro-percussive grooves ("Mozo") to the reggaeton-like beat of "Caribbean Power," the album successfully captures a wide variety of moods.  Today's video happens to also be the album's single, "El Alma y El … [Read more...]

Episode. 3: New Music For Fall

Fall Music 2012

Listen: Download (Right Click And Save): Episode 3: New Music For Fall Summary: In the third episode of the Spanglish Noise podcast, Nataly Sanchez and Joseph Mitchell return with an exciting half-hour of new music for the fall, including an interview with Fito Blanko from the song "Pegadito Suavecito" and a preview of the upcoming 2012 Latin Grammy Awards.  Whether you're a Spanglish-parlante or simply a listener who enjoys the fresh new sounds of Latin music, come join the newest voice … [Read more...]

Maffio Ft. Magic Juan – Tu Ta Loco (Video + MP3)

Maffio & Magic Juan

Few rising artists exemplify and promote the concept of Spanglish as well as Miami’s Rey del Merengue-Electronico, Maffio. What began as the distant dream of an underfunded young producer has since evolved into a budding musical career, thanks to his perseverance and the backing of his label Spanglish Global. Today’s video for “Tu Ta Loco” (“You’re crazy!”) features New York Dominican rapper Magic Juan and is produced by Maffio himself – now that’s talent! The video for … [Read more...]

Maffio & 2Nyce: “Gangnam Style” Merengue-Electronico Remixes

Maffio Gangnam

“Gangnam Style” has officially entered the realm of Spanglish and Latin Crossover Music.  Today we bring you two Merengue-Electronico remixes from Miami – let us know what you think! Honestly, I'm usually not a fan of remixes, but Maffio's version of "Gangnam Style" is the best version I've heard yet! He has a unique way of making ANY song sound exciting with Merengue Electronico and although I haven't had the pleasure to work with him yet, I admire him musically and I believe he is … [Read more...]

Domino Saints – Malas Mañas

Domino Saints

Domino Saints are a Latin pop group from San Juan, Puerto Rico, who have been generating some exciting buzz this summer with their new single "Malas Mañas" ("Bad Habits").  The lyrics of the piece are a provocative interaction between the two artists, and interestingly enough, they happen to be a couple in real life as well.  The singer Gigi has a beautiful and naturally melodious voice which I can pretty much guarantee will leave the words "vente vente, enseñame tus malas mañas" stuck in … [Read more...]

Rene Lopez – Fa La La De Fa La

Rene Lopez

Rene Lopez is one of my favorite Nuyorican musicians and today I bring you the song "Fa La La De Fa La," which comes off his 2011 album E.L.S. ("Electric Latin Soul").  The album title certainly fits the song well, as the instrumentation is a fusion of Latin and perhaps reggae, while his vocals contain elements of soul and funk.    Some experimental electronic tones enter the track shortly after the three-minute mark, energizing the final minute with an electro-percussive crescendo of … [Read more...]