Radio Menea

It’s amazing, it’s fucked up, it’s weird, it’s fun, and it’s also maybe the most destructive force on earth. This week, we talk about money — in all its complicated glory — and bring you songs that address the little papelitos that make the world go ‘round. Feturing music by Cardi B, Juan Gabriel, Trinidad Cardona, Hector Lavoe, Virlán García, Fuete Billete, Yung Beef, Baby Rasta y Gringo, Ft. Ñengo, Pacho, and Jennifer Lopez. Show notes: https://bit.ly/4b4tUex Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea newsletter: bit.ly/RMjoin

Have you checked out La Shaki’s latest album? This week, we’re getting into Shakira’s first new album in 7 years(!!!). Taking her back to her breakup album roots, she also brought us a few interesting collabs, jumped on a few current trends, and tried some new things. Join us as we take a deep dive! Featuring music by Shakira, Cardi B, Karol G, Grupo Frontera and Manuel Turizo. Show notes: bit.ly/4au83xe Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea newsletter: bit.ly/RMjoin

It’s been a minute since we gave you some new musiquita, so this week we have tracks off new albums you should check out, some candidates for song of the summer, and a couple more unusual selections. Featuring music by AB Quintanilla, Left SM, Zeri, Álvaro Díaz, Rauw Alejandro, Daddy Yankee, Empress Of, Pepe Aguilar, Rainao,, Enrique Iglesias, El Alfa, Esteman, and Villano Antillano. Show notes: https://bit.ly/4artPl5 Follow: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea newsletter: bit.ly/RMjoin

Bilingual and bicultural, Tejano music is a unique product of Texas’ Latino community. Today we’re joined by Veronique Medrano, a Tex-Mex Country and Tejano artist and native of Brownsville, Texas. From Tejano classics to a new generation of Tejano artists, we get into Tejano’s impact and lasting cultural legacy. Featuring music by Veronique Medrano, Freddy Fender, Selena, El Dusty and Happy Colors. Show notes: bit.ly/3PDcD3G Follow: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea newsletter: bit.ly/RMjoin

In many ways — because of migration patterns, industry and other socio-political factors — Cuban music is in the DNA of what became Latin popular music, and one place we can clearly hear that is son. This week, we talk about Cuban son - its sonic hallmarks, its history, and its influence on Latinx music today. Featuring music by Sexteto Habanero, La Sonora Matancera, Trio Matamoros, Beny Moré, Buena Vista Social Club, Omara Portuondo, Compay Segundo, and Gloria Estefan. Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea newsletter: bit.ly/RMjoin

You know the one. The boss bitch. The one who commands everyone’s attention, who have no fucks to give, who we will happily fall in line for. On this week’s episode we’re exploring songs by las que mandan. Listen in for your some of your favorites and a few new boss bitch anthems. Featuring music by Ivy Queen, Empress Of, La India, Ana Macho, Bellos Públicos, Villano Antillano, Isabella Lovestory, Chavela Vargas, Olga Tañón, Mariah Carey and Jay Z. Show notes: bit.ly/3Tks4i7 Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea newsletter: bit.ly/RMjoin

What was the pop Latino landscape like in 1984? Pérez is turning 40 this year, and when they looked at what was going on forty years ago, they found some jams. From longing ballads to fun covers to political commentary that feels just as relevant today as ever, this week we have some real classics for y’all. Featuring music by Juan Gabriel, Los Tigres del Norte, Lissette, Los Bukis, José José, Carmita Jimenez, and José Feliciano. Show notes: https://bit.ly/3V87wMA Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea newsletter: bit.ly/RMjoin

While not part of the mainstream image of country music, the reality is there are and have been Latinx artists making country music for a long time. Today we explore some of those artists and the boundaries of what Latinx country music is. Featuring music by Caballo Dorado, Linda Rondstadt, Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris, Veronique Medrano, Hurray for the Riff Raff, Sammy Arriaga, Laura Denisse y Los Brillantes, Lalo Cameros, Jesse & Joy. Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea newsletter: bit.ly/RMjoin

It’s time for some new musiquita, aaand it’s also February. So this week we’re celebrating our gente negra by highlighting Afro Latine artists you know and love who are working now - and some up and comers some you should watch out for. Featuring music by Amara La Negra, Safaree, J Noa, Los Rakas, GodDessey, Gente de Zona, Ovi, Junior Zamora, Ozuna, Darell, Maluma, and Beyonce. Show notes: https://bit.ly/3uJxTO0 Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea newsletter: bit.ly/RMjoin

While we don’t take issue with romantic love, we’ve got a tradition of putting out an anti-valentine’s day episode every year. Whether you are nursing a broken heart, falling deeper in love with your friends or swearing off love entirely, this episode is for you. Featuring music by Becky G, Karol G, Eladio Carrion, Alzate, Yeison Jimenez, Alex Anwandter, Fonseca, Andrés Quesada, Girl Ultra, Raulin Rodriguez, Carmen Delia Dipiní.

It’s cold, dark, and gray here, and we’re starting to feel those winter blues. We’re not sure this week’s episode will combat the seasonal affective disorder vibes in the way some sunshine and una playita could, pero we’re in solidarity with your longing, and that has to count for something right? Featuring music by Jarina de Marco, Lido Pimienta, Alex Anwadter, Florentino ft Bambii & KD One, Juan Luis Guerra, Romeo Santos, Baby Cocada, Luis Fonsi, Feid, Mura Masa, and Daniela Lalita. Show notes: https://bit.ly/3SG6SnV Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea tinyletter.com/RadioMenea

You might associate harps with angels, heaven, or Europe but it’s actually a global instrument. From Venezuela to Paraguay to the Andes and beyond, this week we explore a few of the Latin American musical traditions that have incorporated versions of the harp. Featuring music by Carlos Alvarado, Jose Miguel Aguilar, Yilberto Rivero, Jose Gregorio Lopez, Silvino Armas, Alfredo Rolando Ortiz, Tlen Huicani, Florencio Coronado, Juan Vicente Torrealba. Show notes: bit.ly/48Nkbsi Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea tinyletter.com/RadioMenea

Feliz año beibis! For our first episode of the year we’ve got a little collection of songs for you that will fit whatever mood you’re bringing into 2024. Whether you need some perreo duro, aggressive serotonin club tracks to stave off the seasonal depression, or sweet romance, we’re ready with the jams for whatever the year has to throw at us. We hope. Featuring music by Ñengo Flow, Wisin y Yandel, SoFTT, Tiagz, Fuerza Régida, El Alfa, Dawer X Damper, Luck Ra, KHEA, Daymé Arocena, Rafa Pabón, El Taiger, and Kali Uchis. Show notes: https://bit.ly/48YJx69 Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea tinyletter.com/RadioMenea

Let’s be real ya’ll, these holidays are really about the food. And you don’t have to look farther than our music for evidence. So to end the year we’ve got a series of songs about our favorite holiday foods. Featuring music by Sonora Ponceña, El Gran Combo, Victor Manuelle, Lalo Guerrero, Maragaita, Carlos Mendez, La Sonora Dinamita y Conexión Divina. Show notes: bit.ly/3GH38vs

As year end rapidly approaches, we’re reflecting back on this year in Latinx music. The big trends, the iconic tracks, the songs we couldn’t get out of our heads and the ones we felt broke new ground. Featuring music by Shakira, Bzrp, Diego Raposo, Cohoba, Grupo Frontera, Manuel Turizo, Sofia Kourtesis, Prince Royce, Tainy, Rauw Alejandro, Kali Uchis and Karol G. Show notes: bit.ly/41cy8ga Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea tinyletter.com/RadioMenea

The year is coming to a wrap pero la música nunca para! This week, we have some fun new releases that offer a little tropical calorcito that will warm you up even as the temps drop. Featuring music by Gustavo Elis, Helado Negro, Arcángel, Peso Pluma, Esty, Baby Rasta & Gringo, Zion y Lennox, Jarina de Marco, Cali y El Dandee, Marshmello, LiL CaKe, and Brray Show notes: https://bit.ly/3t33g5a Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea tinyletter.com/RadioMenea

We are unexpectedly out this week, so we are re-running our Protest episode, inspired by some of the beautiful acts of resistance we have been witnessing the last few weeks calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. We’ll be back in your feeds on December 1. In the meantime, we hope these songs fuel your fight - whether it’s calling your reps or putting your bodies on the line. Our hearts are with Gaza and, as always, con todes ustedes. Featuring music by Ana Tijoux, Aventura, La Santa Cecilia, Luis Enrique, Lido Pimienta and Nire. Show notes: https://bit.ly/3ssyXVy Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea tinyletter.com/RadioMenea

Did you know that Yamilet is the most referenced name in Latinx music? Okay probably not, but this week we’ve got FOUR songs for you that talk about her. Who is she?? Why is she such a presence? We’ve got lots of theories for you, and a surprisingly deep discussion of this musically famous name. Featuring music by Daddy Yankee, La Gillette, Onguito Wa, Rochy RD, Bad Bunny, SXTEEN and Poke. Show notes: bit.ly/3ufphxS Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea tinyletter.com/RadioMenea

This week, we’re bringing you with us on our trip to Tucson, Arizona, where we gathered with other members of Mijente - a Latinx political home for those who seek racial, economic, gender and climate justice. We can’t remember a time where it didn’t feel appropriate to say it’s a politically rough moment, pero ajá. It’s rough times. And because we believe we need joy to fuel our fight, we asked our compas to tell us - and you! - about the songs that have been fueling them. We hope they fuel you too. Featuring music by Hector Lavoe, Willie Colon, Bad Bunny, Young Miko, Zeta, Noel Nicola, Alejandra Guzman, Julio del Hoyo, Vladi, Elena Rose, Danny Ocean, Jerry Di, and Carin Leon. Show notes: https://bit.ly/3slEKfl Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea tinyletter.com/RadioMenea

It’s become an annual tradition, so we are digging into our espooky catalog in search of festive selections pa celebrar. Get into the mood with harps from Veracruz, killer novela-style boleros, dia de los muertos songs and more. Featuring music by Kali Uchis, Lila Downs, Tainy, Young Miko, J Balvin, Jowell y Randy, Cafe Tacvba, Ana Tijoux, Shadia Mansour, Tlen Huicani, Lino Chavez, Salt Cathedral, Celso Piña Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea tinyletter.com/RadioMenea