En Groove w/ Alex Marrero

Combo Chimbita is a Brooklyn-based band with Colombian roots. They’re known for their innovative fusion of Afro-Colombian & Afro-Caribbean sounds with Psychedelia, Dub and Rock. Alex is joined by 3 of the 4 members of the band: Carolina Oliveros (vocals), Niño Lento es Fuego (guitar) and Dilemastronauta (drums). They have a chat about their trajectory as a band, roots, influences, their musica...

Courtney Santana is a singer-songwriter and performer based in Austin, TX. She is also the founder of The Survive2Thrive Foundation. Notably, as CEO of SANCTUARY PBC, she has assisted nearly 7,400 survivors of domestic abuse in obtaining resources and safe housing. Courtney has contributed to over 30 albums and performed in notable productions like "Dreamgirls" and "RENT." Her latest album “Living...

The Animeros is an offshoot of Austin's Latin Music favorites: Superfónicos. Formed in 2024, Animeros’ sound seamlessly blends its roots in the music of Colombia, Peru, 1960’s coastal Mexico, and the dusty cantinas of West Texas. Their style and captivating live shows have struck a chord with audiences and tastemakers alike—including Dan Auerbach, who is releasing their new album on Easy Eye Sound...

Nidia es una Cantora Colombiana, maestra y activista comunitaria. Interpreta música de la costa del Pacífico colombiano. Ha sido una de sus principales difusoras, compartiéndola con el mundo durante los últimos 25 años, comenzando con su proyecto Canalón de Timbiquí. Fundó una escuela comunitaria en Cali, Colombia, y también es conocida por sus colaboraciones con artistas como Quantic, The Bongo H...

Javier Jara is a musician, singer-songwriter, arranger and activist originally from Ecuador. He specializes in Latin Folk/Roots, Caribbean and Nueva Trova musical traditions. Javier has been in Austin for over 15 years, composing, teaching, performing and producing. He just released an album called: "Our Rhythms, Our Voices". A project in which Javier collaborated with immigrants in the Austin com...

Jennifer Foster is a vocalist, bassist & songwriter. She is also the bandleader/arranger for Jennifer Foster & The Audacity: a project with a revolving cast of Austin all-star players. Catch them live, performing her all-original catalogue inspired by Motown, funk, R&B, blues and rock greats. Look out for their debut album, coming soon! Jennifer joins Alex for a great conversation abou...

Giselle De La Rosa is the Cine Las Americas Associate Director, Conference Coordinator and Hecho en Tejas Programmer. A proud daughter of Colombian immigrants, she was born into a family of artists in Southern California and studied theatre and film in New York City. She has received accolades for her work in dance, theatre and film. Giselle co-founded The Arthouse Film Festival (Top 100 on FilmFr...

"The Point." is a genre-blending trio from Austin, TX. who infuse their original music with very eclectic influences, ranging from Ethiopian Jazz, Saharan guitar music, Dub, Psych, Jam, Thai Morlam and the avant garde. The result is their very unique and infectious sound. Jack, Joe & Nico join Alex for a fun chat about how they came to be, their influences, mules and so much more... Socials: @...

In this debut episode, Alex welcomes Austin drummer Robb Kidd. Robb has been performing and recording in the Austin scene for over 35 years. He is drummer and a founding member of Golden Dawn Arkestra. He currently plays with Mien, Marshall Hood, Alex Maas and many more. He has played with legendary projects like: Ging'bread Men, Papa Mali, 8 1/2 Souvenirs, Sister 7, David Garza, and countless oth...

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