20 New Songs to Listen to This Week From Los Primos del Este to roro

Los Primos del Este continue their ascent with “Tremenda,” the focus track from their forthcoming album, Dulce Amargo. The track captures the emotional essence of the project, weaving together themes of love, heartbreak, resilience, and hope. Blending heartfelt storytelling with the band’s signature sound, “Tremenda” reflects on the search for genuine connection in an increasingly chaotic world while affirming that love and unity ultimately prevail. As first-generation Mexican-American musicians, Los Primos del Este draw from their own experiences, spending countless hours on the road with their instruments serving as the tools of their trade. The truck featured throughout the project’s imagery stands as a powerful symbol of the perseverance and determination that have defined generations of immigrant families working toward a better future. With “Tremenda,” the band delivers a deeply personal and universally resonant statement of identity, sacrifice, and optimism. – Natasha Melina Argudo

Argentine singer and producer roro knows how to ball on a budget. Boasting a catalog of bangers with names such as “Dolce&” and “Furcoat,” the studious, swagged-out teenage prodigy not only loves fashion, but can also craft a tune that’ll have you serving runway. The new single “DOUBLE C¢’$” is being billed as the first piece of a new collection, channeling Chanel-clad opulence while carrying little more than pennies in his pockets. The beat gives Azealia Banks, while aspirational bars about managers, lawyers, and chefs wink at American Life-era Madonna, casting roro as the ultimate “Gossip Girl” soon to grace every magazine cover. — Richard Villegas

Yeri Mua’s vocals and flow are unmatched. In her new track “Bling Bling” she shares the spotlight with Régulo Molina, an emerging Mexican singer-songwriter from Culiacán, Sinaloa. In the reggaeton-infused, hip-hop-tinged “Bling Bling,” she continues to show why she’s one of reggaeton mexa’s biggest stars with a catchy chorus and tongue-in-cheek verses. As far as the visuals go, she gives Las Vegas showgirl vibes—complete with a decorative headpiece that’s an addition to her signature over-the-top looks. However, let’s make one thing clear: Yeri Mua doesn’t need a male feature to deliver bangers, and after a string of them back-to-back this year, we’re starting to wonder if she’ll drop a solo single soon. But alas, we’ll endure it if that’s what it takes because she’s la combi completa, with or without Molina’s verse. — Jeanette Hernandez

RØZ, the Mexican electronic music duo formed by Manolo Cabrera and Hugo Lara, just dropped the last single before giving us their 19-track debut full-length SE ESTÁ HACIENDO TARDE on Aug. 7, and it’s an explosive collaboration with Chilean star Young Cister. “Beam” is a dance track that combines euphoria and nostalgia to mirror the lyrics where Young Cister and Cabrera long to see their girls again, but fantasize with excitement about the day finally coming. With cloudy synths and digital distortion, the song feels like it never stops rising, until it finally drops into a mutant EDM moment that sounds bittersweet. – Cheky

On “Soledad,” musicians Helado Negro and Reyna Tropical capture the electric connection that defines their debut collaboration Helado Tropical, crafting an atmospheric and hypnotic track that feels like the call of nature between two kindred spirits. Born from late-night keys improvisation, the song carries an instinctive magnetism, unfolding with a fluid sense of movement that is immediately intriguing to the unguarded ear. “Soledad” puts the symbiotic relationship between contrasting and complementary artists on display by letting its hazy textures and effortless chemistry draw listeners deeper into a world of their own. – Júlia Henn

The unifying power of sports and music can transcend any boundary, and the most recent example on a global scale has been the World Cup, where nations have strengthened bonds, unexpected friendships have been born, and a joyous spirit has been shared around the planet—perhaps only for 90 blissful minute intervals. Perfectly embodying this atmosphere is a surprising yet harmonious team comprised of Venezuelan icon Danny Ocean and Australian band Empire of the Sun. “Llego” is a bilingual track that, through the band’s iconic airy guitars and Ocean’s passionate yet subdued choruses, finds a balance that sonically captures the moment where both teams seem to forget about the outcome of a match, the colors in their flags melt together, and the only goal is to jump and scream along with each other on a sunny match day. Celebrating those who made it to this moment and honoring the ones who didn’t, “Llego” is the perfect track to play at a tailgate, during halftime to let go of the nerves, or after the game regardless of the result, because when we get the chance to dance to beautiful music like this while making new friends, we all win. – La Morra Lisa

Andria Rose’s dreampop sultriness has been the gift that keeps on giving, and not two months after her last single, she drops a new entry in her smoky oeuvre with “Crimson.” Long having presented herself as a femme fatale siren who croons about temptation, heartbreak, and everything in between, now she pulls back a bit on her alluring façade. Crimson, to her, is not just her favorite lipstick color but a representation of the masks she—and women in general—find themselves wearing all too often. In the song, she wonders aloud about the blurry lines between who she is and what he projects, giving the enchanting track even more depth to mull over. — Juan J. Arroyo

The days of dramatic exits are long gone, and Naïka knows it. Reimagining one of her defining songs alongside Jessie Reyez, the “ONE TRACK MIND” remix captures the moment you’ve stopped confusing your value with someone else’s ability to recognize it. Trading verses in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole, the pair slip effortlessly between languages, carrying the same self-assured ease through every verse. Caribbean rhythms, sultry vocals, and global pop production give the remix its effortless glow, but its real strength lies in refusing to waste another second negotiating for inconsistency. Some people just aren’t worth a second conversation. And damn does that truth sound pretty good in every language. – Jeanette Diaz

This Chicago outfit demonstrates a special talent for communicating a sense of desolation in a very accurate, immersive, and intense way, blurring the lines between different genres to deliver a pummeling yet elegant sound. “Paired Sentinels” sits somewhere between doom metal, industrial, post-rock, ritualistic music, and Swans-like atmospheric rock music, harnessing the best parts of these genres into something unique. The track builds from solemn, hypnotic verses where guitar lines and chiming metal percussion create an air of desolation before a heavy, rocking riff takes over, and a stark, soundtrack-like backing resolves the tension with evocative restraint. Anatomy of Habit creates moments rather than songs, and “Paired Sentinels” is a minimalist epic that sounds like few things out there. — Marcos Hassan

Victor Internet ushers in a compelling new era with “sin ti,” his first fully Spanish-language single, expanding both his sonic palette and artistic vision. The Chicago-born independent artist, who has spent years writing, producing, and recording music from his South Side bedroom, continues to push creative boundaries on his own terms. Fusing the rhythmic warmth of bachata with the grit of trap, “sin ti” serves as an emotionally rich introduction to Glitter Pop, his forthcoming project exploring nostalgia, memory, and self-discovery. Arriving after April’s “Rest Of Your Life,” the track marks a meaningful milestone as he embraces Spanish in his music for the first time, strengthening his connection to his roots while broadening his creative reach. Having built a reputation for fearless evolution and unwavering authenticity, Victor Internet proves with “sin ti” that his artistic momentum continues to grow with every release. – Natasha Melina Argudo

We’ve been hyping Argentina’s new pop wave for a hot minute, and Matt Montero, one of the underground’s most promising voices, is finally surging towards center stage. His new single “Electroshock” brings influences from scene kids and throwback EDM to the forefront, spinning a yarn about wild nights spent twirling on crowded dance floors. “Reflectores de neón / luz ultravioleta / voy cambiando de color / para llamar tu atención,” he sings over crunchy synths and jittery guitar riffs, peacocking for a would-be paramour under flashing disco lights. Complete with glitchy hooks and a video evoking classic American Apparel ads, “Electroshock” is as much a banger for strutting as it is for posing and hair-flipping. — Richard Villegas

Jasiel Nuñez is no stranger to dabbling in different genres, and in his new album NÓMADA, he’s finally putting his diverse compositional styles front and center. In his new collaboration “Adicción” with Peso Pluma, the dynamic duo dives into a groovy bass-backed pop track that throws it back to La Doble P’s 2024 hit joint track with Kali Uchis. A continuation, if you will. The flirty track also features the creative best friend duo courting their love partner, trading lovey-dovey verses about being enthralled by someone special. Point blank: “Adicción” makes for the perfect feel-good pop track to listen to with your lover, driving down PCH with the sunroof down, feeling the summer breeze. What can we say? We love seeing men in their yearning, groovy pop era. — Jeanette Hernandez

Orquesta Akokán’s latest project on Daptone Records is finally out, and to coincide with the album’s release, they shared the single “Me Tienes Sin Cuidao.” AMÉRICA! features guest vocals from Combo Chimbita’s Carolina Oliveros, Flor de Toloache’s Mireya Ramos, and Miriam Elhajli, but it’s Kiko Ruiz the one who takes the lead on “Me Tienes Sin Cuidao,” a cha-cha-chá that invites us to loosen up and live a lighter life. The band sounds as tight as ever, with Ruiz dropping popular Latin American sayings on us and brushing them off in the same breath, choosing to do things his own way. This is exactly what happens during a brass break where saxophones, trumpets, and trombones fly and crash carelessly, conjuring freedom. – Cheky

With “NEVER SAY GOODBYE…”, Korean-Mexican-American Samuel finds the emotional core of his latest album, Samuelito, transforming the singer’s hybrid musical identity into an intimate homage to his late father. Built around a deeply emotional sense of remembrance, the song finds Samuel looking back at the bond they shared, while its accompanying music video brings that connection to life through childhood footage of the artist. In the context of an album rooted in self-reflection and a pursuit of his most authentic self, “NEVER SAY GOODBYE…” feels like a heartfelt tribute to a love that continues to endure beyond loss. – Júlia Henn

A tranquil beach and the sound of seagulls welcome us into the melancholic landscape painted by Texas’ own Hermanos Espinoza, who tap into their Monterrey roots through a sorrowful accordion, classical Regional instrumentation, and syncopated beats that mirror a broken heart, perfectly conveying the spirit behind “Por La Playa.” It’s their newest track, aimed at functioning almost as a prayer for either a last chance or clarity before a definite goodbye. Their brotherly chemistry intertwines their voices as they travel through a sort of musical lamentation in the verses, which ramps up into a sterner, more demanding delivery around the quotable chorus. Through their authentic flair, the song successfully captures the essence of a dear memory or a coveted wish relatable to most of us: To be with a loved one, under the moon, the stars y “Por La Playa.” – La Morra Lisa

Colombian singer and producer Lido Pimienta’s latest project revels in joy while tackling a more brutal conversation. “Marea” is cut from Pimienta’s latest project Caribenya, following last year’s theatrical La Belleza and Pimienta’s triumphant suite of rich storytelling with traditional Caribbean influences. While La Belleza was a grandiose album filled with orchestral sounds, Caribenya goes in a more upbeat direction, with more dancehall influences. “Marea” is just one demonstration of many on the project that talks about the violence of colonialism through different means, focusing on tackling the subject through portraying acts of joy. Caribenya as a whole shares the same theatrical structure as Pimienta’s previous projects, but introduces a pop-centered dance element throughout its DNA, adding an extra layer of contrast to a striking concept. – Alan Baez

water released her latest album LA FAMA just two weeks ago, and this time, she’s making a concerted effort to drop some visuals for the project as well, in the same DIY style that’s also become her sonic signature. A fan favorite of Puerto Rico’s indie rap scene, previous efforts like me voy, salvame, and water forever have already become staples of the genre. This week’s focus track “island time” is another example of how water uses her music to explore everything from her identity and sociopolitics to life as a struggling artist and the chaos of economic insecurity in a world where all of those things constantly crash into each other violently. — Juan J. Arroyo

Leave it to Nouvelle Vague to make one of Depeche Mode’s darkest songs feel like golden hour. Featuring Brazilian singer Flavia Coelho, the cover of “Never Let Me Down Again” drifts between breezy bossa nova, subtle new wave textures, and lush tropical flourishes, while quietly holding onto the tension that made the original unforgettable. Rather than chasing the song’s darkness head-on, the arrangement lets it linger just beneath the surface, where every lilting guitar and vocal line makes the melancholy feel even more lived-in. Sometimes all a great song needs is a different horizon to remind you it still knows exactly where it hurts. – Jeanette Diaz

One of the most annoying yet specific problems of our times is how much we’re getting bombarded by bright screens demanding our every waking attention, but this collab between Chilean post-punk bands Mecánico and Zebra 93 underlies the real problem we’re facing through a great, groove-laden track. The track’s lo-fi vintage sound is noted by gated drums, thick basslines, crystalline guitar arpeggios, and fuzzy synths, while melancholic vocal hooks provide the anchor for the lyrics about breaking through the noise and trying to find someone to connect with. Gentle yet danceable, catchy yet moody, “Ruido Blanco” is a track that speaks loud and clear. — Marcos Hassan