This week Maria Hinojosa checks in with Jasmine Gards and Felix Contreras of Alt.Latino, a new NPR podcast exploring the latest in Latin alternative music. As the two hosts explain, “borders and boundaries mean nothing” in this unique Latino genre that mixes rock, cumbia, techno, folk and more. Together they take use through the history of Latin alternative and share their picks for the latest artists to watch out for.

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Listen to a couple of tracks from Felix and Jasmine’s personal play list!
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