All Songs Considered Alt.Latino: Omar Apollo, Mon Laferte, Mabe Fratti
Aug 27, 2025
Isabela Gomez-Sarmiento, an NPR Music reporter, brings an exciting dive into music influenced by her 2010s Tumblr era. They chat about the eclectic sounds of Mabe Fratti and the Dominican duo Planta Industrial, blending post-punk and reggaeton. The discussion highlights the cultural connections between artists from the Bronx and Argentina, as well as the innovative fusion of cumbia rhythms with emotional lyrics from Latin Mafia and Omar Apollo. Personal anecdotes add warmth to this lively exploration of Latin music's evolution.
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Tumblr-Era Playlist Moment
- Isabella recalls making Tumblr playlists in 2010 with emo aesthetics and bright blue skinny jeans.
- She frames her song selection around that teenage energy to set the episode's vibe.
Voice Anchors Experimental Arrangements
- Mabe Fratti's voice acts as an elegant anchor amid experimental arrangements.
- The song Escarbo Dimensiones shifts dynamically two minutes in, moving from delicate to heavy.
Mon Laferte's Chameleon Moment
- Ana María compares Mon Laferte to a chameleon who reinvents her persona each album.
- She highlights Esto Es Amor as a sultry, classic ballad showcasing Mon's dramatic voice and simple, effective production.