The albums that define
nueva trova.
Our picks for where to start with nueva trova — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
The nueva trova essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Diego Gutiérrez
De cero
A vibrant tapestry of folk-infused melodies and heartfelt lyrics that celebrate Cuban culture and resilience.
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Diego Gutiérrez
Viaje al Centro de la Tierra
A rich tapestry of Cuban folk and Latin pop, blending introspective lyrics with vibrant melodies.
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Diego Gutiérrez
Piloto automático
An introspective blend of folk and pop, weaving personal narratives through melodic simplicity and rich Cuban rhythms.
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Diego Gutiérrez
Palante el Mambo!
Energetic rhythms intertwine with reflective lyrics, capturing the vibrant essence of contemporary Cuban music.
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Carlos Varela
Monedas al Aire
A tapestry of poetic lyricism woven with melodic guitar lines and rich Cuban rhythms.
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Silvio Rodríguez
Días y Flores
A rich tapestry of poetic lyricism and intricate melodies that evoke Cuba's social and cultural landscape.
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Silvio Rodríguez
Rodríguez
A rich tapestry of poetic lyrics and intricate melodies that reflect the heart of Cuba's nueva trova movement.
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Silvio Rodríguez
Al final de este viaje
A poignant blend of poetic lyricism and melodic folk, echoing the heartbeats of revolutionary Cuba.
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Silvio Rodríguez
Unicornio
A haunting blend of poetic lyricism and melodic guitar, embodying the spirit of Cuba's nueva trova movement.
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Diego Gutiérrez
Primeros Auxilios
A vibrant fusion of traditional Latin sounds and contemporary pop, rich with emotional storytelling.
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Silvio Rodríguez
Rabo de nube
A poetic tapestry of folk melodies and socially conscious lyrics, woven with Silvio's distinctive vocal warmth.
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Silvio Rodríguez
Causas y azares
A poetic blend of folk melodies and poignant lyrics that reflect the complexities of love and social issues.
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Carlos Varela
Como los peces
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Carlos Varela
Los hijos de Guillermo Tell
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