The first time I heard Nicolá Cruz’s debut album Prender el Alma, one of the first thoughts that popped into my head was how sophisticated the Ecuador via France artist’s music sounded. From the slow-ambient intro and the... Read Article
Mixtape covering the expansive style of music inspired by the mysticism and majesty of the Andes. Sprawling textures, and rich down-tempo beats pervade for this half-hour exploration. Labels such as Argentina’s ZZK, Sello Regional, and new effort Frente... Read Article
Lilting, hypnotic, funky and packed full of Andean sounds and soulful beats, Nicola Cruz’s latest offering, Colibria, brings together various different cultural references. Cruz’s upbringing in France with two Ecuadorian parents is reflected in the feel of many... Read Article
