Balas y chocolate
Lila Downs · 2015
52 min · 13 tracks · folk · regional Mexican
A vibrant tapestry of traditional Mexican sounds interwoven with contemporary themes and poignant storytelling.
Balas y chocolate is an album by Lila Downs, released in 2015. A vibrant tapestry of traditional Mexican sounds interwoven with contemporary themes and poignant storytelling. This album received critical acclaim for its fusion of traditional and modern sounds, which resonated widely within the Latin music community. It was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Regional Mexican Music Album, highlighting its impact and recognition on an international scale. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Balas y chocolate sound like?
A vibrant tapestry of traditional Mexican sounds interwoven with contemporary themes and poignant storytelling. Rooted in folk and regional Mexican.
What makes Balas y chocolate by Lila Downs notable?
This album received critical acclaim for its fusion of traditional and modern sounds, which resonated widely within the Latin music community. It was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Regional Mexican Music Album, highlighting its impact and recognition on an international scale. By the time 'Balas y chocolate' was released in 2015, Lila Downs was already an established artist known for blending folk music with social commentary. This album served as her follow-up to 'Pájaros de la calle', further solidifying her unique voice in regional Mexican music while exploring themes of identity and resilience.
How many songs are on Balas y chocolate?
Balas y chocolate has 13 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Humito de copal 3:52
- 2 Mano negra 4:32
- 3 Balas y chocolate Standout 3:30
- 4 Una cruz de madera 3:09
- 5 La farsante 4:17
- 6 La burra 3:18
- 7 Cuando me tocas tú Standout 4:35
- 8 La patria madrina Standout 4:18
- 9 Las casas de madera 4:09
- 10 La promesa 5:25
- 11 Son de difuntos 3:37
- 12 Dulce veneno 3:43
- 13 Viene la muerte echando rasero 4:00
Release Date
January 1, 2015
Artist Origin
Mexico
Runtime
52 min 25 sec
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