The Panorama Lighthouse is a section that is responsible for highlighting the most important releases in Ibero-America and is published simultaneously in all the media that make up the alliance, thus multiplying its reach and visibility. Every delivery updates us on the struggles in each of our countries, currently going through the reality of COVID-19, and on the news of their musical ecosystems. As we always say, there is much to discover out there. If you want to know what the region sounds like today, this is the place and the time.

Lighthouse is composed of IndieToday (Argentina), Scream&Yell (Brazil), shock (Colombia), Magazine AM:PM (Cuba),  POTQ (Chili), Sound World and Construction Area (Spain), Indie Rocks! (Mexico), Rock Achorao' (Peru) and Piiila (Uruguay). It also works to create original and innovative content, as well as various activities that serve to break down borders and build bridges between the different countries of Ibero-America.

Peru

By Rock Achorao'

November in Peru has been an unstable month. To begin with, the earth shook so much that there was an earthquake in Amazonas. Fortunately, no deaths. The political scene with proclamations of presidential vacancy and disorder. Prices almost through the roof. The figures began to rise in infections and more things appeared, such as Peruvian music on digital platforms, which did not stop accompanying the aforementioned moments. Today we will review the best of the month and we are sure that, despite the bad times that occurred in November, it will leave you with a pleasant feeling, like a good grilled chicken with its French fries and its chicha morada from our beloved Peru.

We are facing one of our favorite songs of 2021. The talent and experience of the producers Arba Spak and Ruiz-gonzales together with the youth and flamenco voice of the young Maya Endo, resulted in The sea that I inhabit, a pop piece loaded with spatial, dramatic and danceable nuances. Throughout the theme, the music changes in different intensities, reflecting feelings such as calm, euphoria and debauchery. Just like the sea in its different moments. Recommended.

The harmony in the play of voices of the three protagonists, generate that cheerful and lively spirit of Rich. Pounda & NoModico and Evah ask everyone to enjoy every moment and live it to the full, facing all the obstacles to the rhythm of the urban journey proposed by this fusion that crosses trap, rap and a little Caribbean rhythm. Without a doubt, it is an interesting sample in terms of perfect sound, with a view to summer 2022.

The title of the song falls short to express what the work of the reggae group really means. Every second of the voice, marimba, percussion and every sound component of Laguna Pai's recent piece is wonderful. Normal It has a deep message. Ask to stop being normal and be more human, thoughtful and have will and go for our ideals. Therefore, justified that many fans praise them in the comments of their networks: «Always Great. Always aware. Always Expressive." Obviously, they are not wrong.

The multidisciplinary duo Ranken Rei returns to propose Tenderness, an exercise in personal conciliation through music. "We feel that the best way to be centered and maintain inner peace is through tenderness," they say. The track, of dark and galactic tints, was composed two years ago, but it recently saw the light, to help us in these crucial moments that we are going through as a human species.

Since Duarte began his solo career, he has always been clear about sharing the best of his emotions and creative concerns. He's clearly nailed it on his new album Infamous movies by famous directors. With the work of renowned musicians and producer friends, it is possibly the most demanding, ambitious and valuable album that the singer-songwriter has worked on throughout his musical career, including group productions. Songs like Eternal summer, for a walk and let them come back they are pieces that stand out, but the album as a whole is formidable. 

the earth dances by Olaya Sound System It is an album that was made to wait almost two years, and that its premiere was imminent closing in 2021. The phonogram is committed to a very enjoyable tropical style, since it integrates genres such as cumbia, reggae, huayno, rock, salsa and Latin American rhythms, worthy of dancing from start to finish the dozen songs that make up the album. The tree, tropical passion or the reversal of his classic hands on fire, will make the planet move, and not based on earthquakes.

Entropic Ceres It is one of the most anticipated and outstanding albums of the year, without a doubt. Hit La Rosa's proposal is based on experimentation, exploration and vindication of Peruvian sounds. This is mainly inspired by the original and traditional sound of the Peruvian cumbia, and seeks its evolution by merging with sounds from different cultures of the world, such as Arabic, African and South American. It really is a sound journey that we recommend discovering yes or yes.

Shoot, the first album by the new Lima band The Amixers that includes a handful of tracks in a rock key inspired by loves and heartbreaks, youthful effervescence and nightlife. According to them, an album designed to accompany the adventures of all young people in the most remote clubs of the city. 

the new album Chibolos Fashion of Skillbea is composed of 10 songs that review fashions, drugs, and irreverent experiences to the "fashion" among young people. The album is based on the experiences of Jonatan Maturrano, vocalist of the project, who from his room in the popular district of San Juan de Lurigancho, in Lima, has explored his music until he achieved new R&B, hip-hop, pop and dembow sounds, collaborating with producers and artists such as Cinesmero, Días Hábiles, Gina Quiroga and more.

Composed of seven songs, rap is a gift is the debut album of the rapper from Lima Pleitø, in it he summarizes the history, the life and the person behind the artist. Lyrics that speak of the pain of his father's death, the feeling of freedom, self-improvement, depression, love, his friends and the way he faces the ups and downs of everyday life. Inspired by the sorrows and joys that accompany his life, this first work comes to light under the production of Reies, in charge of making the music and placing the correct melodies to his thoughts.

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