Will Ave – So Cold

Will Ave

Disclaimer: This song deals with a dark topic, so be prepared, but I find it to contain enough originality and to have such an interesting relationship between the music and lyrics that I do not want to pass on featuring this track.  The video director Fernando Lugo is always tasteful with his production and there is a twist at the end that makes it a bit less dark. When the pained soulful voice of Will Ave breaks the haunting stillness of the dark piano chords, you almost feel chills, … [Read more...]

Prophex – We Love Bachata

Prophex

I'll say it again: bachata and electro-mambo are two of the hottest items on the Spanglish menu these days.  Since we like to serve our music hot, today I bring you Prophex's new bachata anthem, "We Love Bachata."  This New York-based artist has been passionate about the music of his native Republica Dominicana since he was young, both producing music and writing his own lyrics.  Hard work pays off and the Prophex you hear today is a product of innovation and perseverance. While the title … [Read more...]

JP “El Sinico” Ft. Killatonez – Tiempo A Tiempo

JP El Sinico

Today director Fernando Lugo released his latest music video, which features a new artist by the name of JP "El Sinico" - whose mannerisms are reminiscent of a young Spanish-flowing version of T.I. - and the singer Killatonez, who hardcore reggaeton fans might remember from the underground duo Galante & Killatonez. Both artists are best known for their work in the genre of reggaeton, but "Tiempo A Tiempo" is actually an urban pop song that is filled with the emotional pain and conflicting … [Read more...]

Episode 1: Summer Kick-Off

Minneapolis

Listen: Download (Right Click And Save): Episode 1: Summer Kick-Off Summary: The premiere episode of the Spanglish Noise podcast is a balance of rhythmic dance tunes and inspiring romantic ballads, preparing listeners for the excitement of summer that awaits us around the corner.  Joseph Mitchell and Nataly Sanchez share their insights on artists in the world of Latin music, from emerging acts Elastic Bond, Leslie Grace, and Madai, to established artists such as Elvis Crespo, Tommy … [Read more...]

Jennifer Lopez Ft. Wisin & Yandel – Follow The Leader

Wisin Yandel Jennifer Lopez

The names in this video don't need much of an introduction, so let's keep it simple and acknowledge that dance/pop diva Jennifer Lopez has created another guaranteed crossover hit in this collaboration with reggaeton superstars Wisin & Yandel that is sure to experience lots of play on iTunes, the radio charts, and in the clubs.  The catchy synth melody in the background conjures images of an accordion street player somewhere in Latin America, while the other electronic sounds package the … [Read more...]

Will Ave – Two Birds

Will Ave

Will Ave is bringing urban soul to the city of Miami, one song at a time.  Born to Puerto Rican parents in Pennsylvania, this young singer wasn't always pursuing music, although he was certainly exposed at an early age thanks to his father's leadership in a salsa band.  If you've ever heard Frank Ocean's "Songs for Women," the title of the song is essentially how Will Ave got into singing.  Not to discredit his talent, singing about his passion for that special middle school girl brought … [Read more...]

Carla Morrison – Hasta La Piel

carla Morrison

In the world of music, no one voice is truly alike.  Whether it be a variation in quality, tone, color, inflection, or simply a difference in passion, there is always some way to distinguish the vocals of one artist from the next.  The only issue that arises from that statement is this: how does one determine the original basis from which to make such a judgment? While some may disagree, I advocate that Mexico's Carla Morrison has the closest female voice to "pure" that I have ever heard.  … [Read more...]

Daddy Yankee – Lovumba

Lovumba

DA!-DDY! ... YAN!-KEE!... If you've never heard those words, then you have been missing out on a popular player in the modern Latin music scene.  Daddy Yankee (ne Ramon Ayala) is a singer/rapper from Puerto Rico, perhaps best known for his 2005 single "Gasolina," which crossed over into the mainstream and even made it's way onto major music outlets such as MTV and numerous Top 40 radio stations.  However, don't let that one song define your vision of Daddy Yankee - he was around long before … [Read more...]