By the Zonagirante.com team @spinning zone
Ladies on Mars – Any Which Way
Let's think in terms of remixes. It is in this format that Jonathan Douglas Braverman, a DJ and electronic producer based in Buenos Aires, has made a name for himself in the world of dance music under the name Ladies on Mars. Among his achievements are his own versions of songs by the Jackson Five, Depeche Mode and, in this case, Le Freak, This remix is designed to ignite the dance floor and give a contemporary twist to a four-decade-old classic, recapturing the energy of disco, which, as a Simpsons character aptly put it, is a genre that never dies. And the good news? This remix is available for free download by anyone.
Nillo – Procession
His name is Johnny Gutierrez and, as he presents himself on his Facebook page, he frames his musical style as Dark Latin Groove or Exotic electronica. Perhaps, by explaining it in Spanish, it will be easier for us to understand what he does, at least in this particular recording., to take the musical expressions of the Central American jungles and develop them within the contexts of contemporary art. According to his resume, he has worked with various European labels, and from what we've heard, his results are captivating and honor the indigenous textures that characterize his work. We recommend you grab your headphones and take some time to explore the excellent work of this Costa Rican artist.
Mint Field – While You Wait
Without feeling that we are rushing our statements, upon listening to the new studio material from this trio located in the border city of Tijuana, Therefore, we can affirm that we are facing one of the best expressions of shoegaze of Latin America. Despite their short existence, Mint Field has toured the world and played at some of the most prestigious alternative festivals with their distinctive and refined sound, a true heir to the work of My Bloody Valentine, Sonic Youth, and The Jesus and Mary Chain, among others. It may seem strange, but in the music of these Mexicans, we find an exciting blend of piercing distortion and poignant tenderness, ready to accompany us on an intense and beautiful journey like few others.