Karen y Los Remedios

About

Karen y Los Remedios aren't just reviving the sounds of Mexican sonidero; they’re injecting it with a potent dose of contemporary urgency. This Guadalajara-based project, fronted by the enigmatic Karen, takes the traditional cumbia and rebajada rhythms and filters them through a distinctly 21st-century lens. Imagine a hazy, sweat-soaked dance floor in a forgotten corner of Mexico City, where vintage synthesizers meet hand-clapped percussion. Their breakthrough came with a series of electrifying live performances and self-released tracks that quickly gained traction online. The music resonates with a younger generation craving authenticity while simultaneously acknowledging the cultural roots of their parents and grandparents. Karen's captivating stage presence and the band's infectious grooves create a hypnotic experience. Karen y Los Remedios’ cultural impact lies in their ability to bridge generations and musical styles. They’re not simply recreating the past, but rather reimagining it for the future. While collaborations have been kept relatively minimal so far, the band's growing notoriety hints at exciting future partnerships. Currently, Karen y Los Remedios continue to tour extensively across Mexico and beyond, further cementing their place as vital innovators in the Latin alternative scene, preparing new productions and remixes.