{"id":30016,"date":"2020-01-31T20:27:26","date_gmt":"2020-01-31T20:27:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/?p=30016"},"modified":"2021-10-28T17:27:37","modified_gmt":"2021-10-28T17:27:37","slug":"mexico-playlist-music","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/mexico-playlist-music\/","title":{"rendered":"Mexico Playlist – Great Music from Musicians from Mexico"},"content":{"rendered":"

Mexico<\/a> has a vibrant musical heritage that traces back centuries. From Mariachi bands to Latin pop, Mexico has been a global musical force, especially in Spanish-speaking audiences. This playlist highlights the best of Mexico\u2019s contemporary scene as well as some historically great musicians and songwriters.<\/p>\n

\n

1. Segundo Acto de Destreza Juvenil \u2013 Belafonte Sensacional \u2013 2019<\/h2>\n

Formed in Mexico City in 2009, Belafonte Sensacional draws on traditional folk elements to create a unique folk-rock sound that\u2019s been critically acclaimed and commercially successful. Founder Israel Ramierez has cited Bob Dylan, Woody Guthrie and Nick Drake as key influences, as well as classical Mexican literature.<\/p>\n

2. Cuanto la Amaba \u2013 Andres Obregon \u2013 2018<\/h2>\n

Only 23 years old, Andres Obregon is one of many musical sensations to emerge from Leon. A talented guitarist, singer and songwriter, Obregon is one of Mexico\u2019s rising young talents.<\/p>\n

3. Mezcalito \u2013 Lila Downs \u2013 2011<\/h2>\n

Singer-songwriter Lila Downs is one of many Mexican actors to make the transition from acting to music. Her music is difficult to categorize into a single genre as it makes use of elements from both traditional Mexican music as well as popular music. She is also famous for her flamboyant live performances and unique fashion.<\/p>\n

4. Despedida \u2013 Julieta Venegas \u2013 2010<\/h2>\n

The veritable queen of Spanish alternative rock, Julieta Venegas has been one of the genre\u2019s most consistently esteemed performers. Since her debut album Aqui<\/em>, Venegas has embarked on a multi-decade career to great success. Fluent in English, Spanish and Portuguese, Venegas is also an excellent instrumentalist with the guitar and accordion.<\/p>\n

5. Hasta la Raiz \u2013 Natalia Lafourcade \u2013 2015<\/h2>\n

The Mexican indie-pop pixie princess, Natalia Lafourcade is one of the most successful singer-songwriters in Latin America. She has performed at countless tours throughout both North and South America and is commonly cited as a key influence by entire generations of musicians.<\/p>\n

6. La Luna \u2013 Josean Log \u2013 2016<\/h2>\n

Hailing from Cholula, Mexico, Josean Log wins over audiences with his earnest performances and life-affirming songwriting. A multi-instrumentalist, Log plays the ukulele, guitar and piano.<\/p>\n

7. Necios \u2013 Young Tender \u2013 2016<\/h2>\n

Hailing from Monterrey in Northern Mexico, Young Tender bring bouncy 80\u2019s pop and a retro aesthetic to modern Mexican music. Since their debut in 2012, they\u2019ve created exciting performances and a cult following along their way.<\/p>\n

8. Fuera de Lugar \u2013 Girl Ultra \u2013 2019<\/h2>\n

Mariana de Miguel, or Girl Ultra, is an R&B artist from Mexico City. Heavily influenced by Beyonc\u00e9 and Destiny\u2019s Child, Girl Ultra incorporates a Mexican sound blended with American R&B.<\/p>\n

9. Si Tu Te Vas \u2013 Ximena Sarinana \u2013 2019<\/h2>\n

A true star in Latin-American alternative music, Ximena Sarinana received a Grammy nomination for debut album Mediocre<\/em> in 2009 and hasn\u2019t looked back since. She has released four albums while simultaneously pursuing a successful acting career.<\/p>\n

10. Melodia \u2013 Cafe Tacuba \u2013 2019<\/h2>\n

Based out of Ciudad Satelite, the group emerged to great popularity in the 90s and continues to tour today with an ever-changing line-up of band members. Caf\u00e9 Tacuba are one of the biggest names in modern Latin rock.<\/p>\n

11. Oye Como Va \u2013 Santana \u2013 1970<\/h2>\n

Perhaps the most successful and famous Mexican rock band in history, Santana were formed in San Francisco, California by Carlos Santana. Born and raised in Jalisco, Santana has won ten Grammy Awards as well as countless accolades for his world-renown guitar work.<\/p>\n

12. Somos Amigos \u2013 Mi Sobrino Memo \u2013 2019<\/h2>\n

One of Mexico\u2019s rising dream-pop acts, Mi Sobrino Memo offers a lush DIY sound reminiscent of contemporary American alternative.<\/p>\n

13. Mientras Me Enamoras \u2013 Lalo Brito, Danna Paolo \u2013 2016<\/h2>\n

It\u2019s common for actors in Mexico to make the transition to music and Lalo Brito and Danna Paolo are no exception. Both made their name on telenovas and soap operas before pursuing careers in Latin pop. Mientras Me Enamoras<\/em> features the emotional melodies common to the genre.<\/p>\n

14. La Magia \u2013 Little Jesus \u2013 2017<\/h2>\n

Indie-pop group Little Jesus have performed on KEXP and for other American radio audiences bringing their music to a wide international audience. In La Magia, their exuberance and unique blend of vocals is cleverly showcased.<\/p>\n

15. Todo Lo Que Soy \u2013 Maite Perroni \u2013 2013<\/h2>\n

Another Mexican acting transplant, Maite Perroni was one of the biggest names in Mexican pop. Her album Eclipse de Luna<\/em> charted her at number two on the Billboard 100 for Latin pop while she pursued simultaneous careers in acting and fashion.<\/p>\n

16. Corre \u2013 Jesse & Joy \u2013 2011<\/h2>\n

The brother-sister duo of Jesse & Joy is one of the most successful Latin alternative groups in Mexico. The Latin Times<\/em> have called them the \u201cpurest, most talented artists of our generation\u201d along with countless other music critics. The duo won a Grammy Award for their Un Besito Mas<\/em> and have won six Latin Grammy Awards.<\/p>\n

17. Disfruto \u2013 Carla Morrison -2012<\/h2>\n

Winner of multiple Latin Grammy Awards, Carla Morrison is an icon in Mexican indie and alternative music scenes. Morrison has released seven albums, winning two Latin Grammys for her album Denjenme Llorar<\/em>.<\/p>\n

18. Kumbala \u2013 Maldita Vecinidad \u2013 1991<\/h2>\n

Flamboyantly dressed and bizarrely constructed, Maldita incorporated many different genres into their unique sound and songwriting that highlights the social anxiety in modern Mexican society. One of the most influential pioneers in Latin rock, Maldita is one of Mexico\u2019s most esteemed bands.<\/p>\n

19. Serpiente \u2013 Marcos Zavala \u2013 2012<\/h2>\n

With his album Solitario<\/em>, Marcos Zavala cemented his place in Mexican indie and alternative scenes. His minimalist harmonies and DIY aesthetic helped pave the way for another generation of artists.<\/p>\n

20. Matisse \u2013 Asi Era Ella \u2013 2015<\/h2>\n

Hailing from Baja and Sonora, this trio of songwriters was a key face of Mexican pop in the 2010\u2019s. Their two albums Sube<\/em> and Por tu Bien<\/em> were popular and commercially successful.<\/p>\n

\n

Follow us on Spotify<\/a> for more great destination playlists<\/p>\n