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Jorge Glem at Philharmonie de Paris: Pajarillo & Classical Greats
"After performing Odisea, the magnificent cuatro concerto by Gonzalo Grau, I had the honor of playing this encore, an improvisation inspired by Pajarillo, one of the most iconic forms of Venezuelan llanera music.
To introduce this piece, I wove…
To introduce this piece, I wove…
De donde vengo
A danceable and necessary catharsis: a protest anthem in 'New Cool Guaracha' that blends swing, son, cumbia, and jazz to metaphorically express Venezuela's crisis.
Lejos
“Lejos” conveys a deep yearning for escape and belonging. With lines like “What am I doing here? Paying to live… Far from where I was born,” the song captures the frustration of feeling out of place and the urge to reconnect with one’s identity.
El paraíso perdido
“El Paraíso Perdido” is a critical song that explores how paradise is eroded by corruption and exploitation. Through imagery of consumerism, oppression, and manipulation –"Lead, bread, and circuses / The people pay"– La Vida Bohème makes an urgent…
Queremos vivir en paz
“Queremos Vivir en Paz” is an urgent anthem for freedom and democracy in Venezuela. Laura Guevara blends footage of real protests with lyrics demanding justice, social reconstruction, and respect for human rights. A street voice that refuses to be…
Hotel Caracas
Third studio album by Venezuelan-born Miami-based duo Mau y Ricky, released May 31, 2024 under their independent label Why Club Records. The 15-track project was conceived and partially recorded during the brothers' return to Venezuela after 15 years…
Da lo mejor de ti
"Venezuelan rap band Mcklopedia got that victory with their new single, “Da Lo Mejor De Ti,” featuring rapper Akapellah, which combines a “do your best” lesson with a curiously contrasting message criticizing the political and social circumstances in…
No hay
“No Hay” is a deeply introspective and melancholic piece. With a gentle voice and immersive melody, Nana Cadavieco conveys a sense of reflective emptiness, exploring moments where perhaps “there is no” answers, nor certainties.
S.O.S Venezuela
“S.O.S Venezuela” is an urgent, emotional plea for attention to Venezuela's crisis. Neblinna and Kristian Kamilo blend expressive voices and sensitivity to deliver a desperate call for help from the heart of the nation's reality.
Volveré a mi tierra
"Camino por New York muy lentamente
En un mundo veloz mi paso es lento
No se a dónde van, ni de dónde vienen
Yo se a donde a voy, y de donde vengo
Allí, blanca, la ropa baila inquieta
Solemos saludar volviendo a casa
Cantamos juntos en…
En un mundo veloz mi paso es lento
No se a dónde van, ni de dónde vienen
Yo se a donde a voy, y de donde vengo
Allí, blanca, la ropa baila inquieta
Solemos saludar volviendo a casa
Cantamos juntos en…
Rawayana's Tiny Desk Concert
Songs
High (ft. Apache)
Funky Fiesta
Feriado
Merengue pa'cintura
Dame in break
"This Latinx Heritage Month Tiny Desk is celebrating with an 'El Tiny' takeover, featuring a wide array of artists from all corners of Latinidad.No Venezuelan…
Si te pica es porque eres tú
The song that Rawayana released to welcome 2026 was conceived as a message of hope and balance in the face of uncertainty. With a reflective tone and a sense of collective sensitivity, the track invites listeners to stay grounded, take care of one…
¿Quién trae las cornetas?
Fifth studio album by Caracas-formed band Rawayana, released September 21, 2023 via Brocoli Records. Comprising 22 tracks, the album marks a tonal shift from the politically charged predecessor Cuando los acéfalos predominan (2021) toward collective…
Veneka
“Veneka” reclaims a historically derogatory term and transforms it into a tribute to Venezuelan women: joyful, self-assured, and multifaceted. The song blends urban rhythms with culinary, sporting, local, and diasporic references to celebrate their…
Me fui
“Me Fui” is a collaboration that brings together more than a dozen Latin American artists and conveys a deep sense of nostalgia and transformation. The song reflects on the act of leaving, the mourning of change, and the decision to move forward with…
Tal vez no se hunda el barco
A hopeful metaphor about the search for solace amid division and disillusionment. With patience, one seeks something deep—“the oldest songs”—as a guiding force. If we manage to maintain our balance, perhaps “the ship won’t sink.”
Tambor y Caña
Brooklyn-based musical collective specializing in traditional Afro-Venezuelan drums and percussion. Led by Willie Quintana, the group performs across New York City promoting Venezuelan cultural heritage through authentic tambor traditions. Features…
Tonto Malembe
Visual journalist and photographer Mariana Vincenti sings "Tonto Malembe" while tambores and percussion play in the background. MPeach, Tambor Ellas, Tambor NYC, and Willie Quintana accompany Vincenti as she sings during the festivities for…
MPeach
Brooklyn-based Venezuelan artist specializing in electronic music production, DJ performance, and audiovisual art. Portfolio showcases work blending traditional Venezuelan folk rhythms with contemporary electronic textures. Includes music releases on…
Estaba llorando la Boa
MPeach, Tambor Ellas, Tambor NYC, and Willie Quintana sing "Estaba llorando la Boa" while playing tambores and celebrating Venezuela’s Carnival de El Callao at Friends and Lovers in Brookyln, NY on March 8, 2024.