Essential latin rock listening

The albums that define latin rock.

Our picks for where to start with latin rock — with a one-line read on why each one matters.

The latin rock essentials

Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.

Arrasando

Thalía

Arrasando

An exuberant blend of Latin pop and reggaeton that radiates joy and infectious energy.

Start here

Amor a la mexicana

Thalía

Amor a la mexicana

A vibrant mix of Latin rhythms and pop melodies that celebrate love and cultural pride.

Start here

Fijación Oral, Vol. 1

Shakira

Fijación Oral, Vol. 1

A vibrant fusion of Latin rhythms and pop sensibilities, infused with Shakira's distinctive voice and emotive storytelling.

Start here

Magia

Shakira

Magia

A youthful blend of Latin pop and rock, infused with Shakira's captivating vocal charm and poetic lyricism.

Start here

Soda Stereo

Soda Stereo

Soda Stereo

A vibrant mix of New Wave and rock, pulsating with youthful energy and clever social critiques.

Start here

Comfort y Música Para Volar

Soda Stereo

Comfort y Música Para Volar

A vibrant fusion of rock and Latin rhythms, delivering emotionally charged anthems and poetic lyricism.

Start here

Power of Peace

Santana

Power of Peace

A vibrant fusion of Latin rock and soul, blending classic covers with contemporary grooves.

Start here

Shape Shifter

Santana

Shape Shifter

A vibrant fusion of Latin rock and jazz textures that showcases Santana's signature guitar work and rhythmic complexity.

Start here

Deliver the Word

War

Deliver the Word

A vibrant fusion of funk, Latin rhythms, and progressive soul that captures the essence of early '70s musical experimentation.

Start here

Love Is All Around

War

Love Is All Around

A vibrant fusion of funk and Latin rock ignites a groove-laden exploration of love and life.

Start here

A contraluz

Luz Casal

A contraluz

Luz Casal's emotive vocals soar over vibrant Latin pop melodies infused with rock and blues elements.

Start here

Un mar de confianza

Luz Casal

Un mar de confianza

A rich tapestry of emotive melodies and passionate vocals that blend rock with Latin influences.

Start here

Las 4 Estaciones del Amor

Natalia Lafourcade

Las 4 Estaciones del Amor

A lush, emotive exploration of love through the seasons, blending Latin pop and indie sensibilities.

Start here

Casa

Natalia Lafourcade

Casa

A vibrant tapestry of Latin rhythms and heartfelt melodies intertwining with introspective lyrics.

Start here

Esperando nada

Nicole

Esperando nada

Melodic Latin rock melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating an atmospheric soundscape that resonates deeply.

Start here

Soldier of Fortune

Eric Burdon

Soldier of Fortune

A gritty blend of blues and rock that channels Burdon's raw vocal power and poignant storytelling.

Start here

The Last Drive

Eric Burdon

The Last Drive

A gritty blend of blues and rock, layered with Burdon's powerful vocals and evocative lyrics.

Start here

Standing on the Shoulders of Giants

Tribe of Gypsies

Standing on the Shoulders of Giants

Start here

Tribe of Gypsies

Tribe of Gypsies

Tribe of Gypsies

Start here

Ascención

Malo

Ascención

A vibrant fusion of Latin rhythms and rock energy, with soulful melodies that celebrate cultural identity.

Start here

Evolution

Malo

Evolution

A vibrant fusion of Latin rhythms and rock energy, creating an infectious danceable soundscape.

Start here