A remarkable revolution is taking place in Latin music these days, as electronica and remixing meet the more traditional rhythms of Argentinean tango, Afro-Cuban son, Brazilian bossa nova and Colombian cumbia. On Putumayo's new collection, Latin Lounge, artists such as Sidestepper, Si*S , Charanga Cakewalk and others prove that there can be a magical blend of modern musical trends and traditional Latin styles. While Latin Lounge features several internationally known artists, it also highlights discoveries such as Bebe, a singer-songwriter whose recent collaboration with electronica DJ Carl Jean has made her a star in her native Spain. Another rising star is the Spanish band Amparanoia, a leading band in the mestizo (mixed) movement, so-called for its boundary-crossing blend of flamenco, Afro-Cuban music, hip-hop, electronica and other influences. On the Putumayo collection Latin Groove we explored the upbeat side of this genre. Latin Lounge continues the journey, this time uniting tracks with a more chill out vibe.

Track Listing

Disc 1:

1. Alacran Reflejo de Luna (Italy/Argentina)
2. Roberto Poveda Sue o Mama (Cuba)
3. Bebe Siempre Me Quedara (Spain)
4. Sidestepper Dame Tu Querer (UK/Colombia)
5. Si*Se Mariposa (en Havana) (USA/Dominican Republic)
6. Luiz de Aquino Caminhos de Cuba (Brazil)
7. Amparanoia Don't Leave Me Now (Spain)
8. Wagner Pa & Brazuca Matraca Folia (Brazil/Spain)
9. Charanga Cakewalk Carmela (USA)
10. Federico Aubele Esta Noche (Argentina)
11. Deepak Chopra featuring Adriana Castelazo In Love With You (India/Mexico)
12. Andres Linetzky & Ernesto Romeo Sentimientos (Argentina)