Lila Downs
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Lila Downs.
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Studio Sessions
Partner Content from WXPN
May 16, 2013 Jasmine Garsd introduces a melancholy, mischievous genre from the port city of Veracruz, Mexico.
Partner Content from WXPN
December 2, 2008 Lila Downs explores her mother's Mexican roots as an influence in a session from WXPN.
Discover Songs
March 20, 2010 The host of KPFK's world music show discusses his favorite new tracks.
More Stories
November 7, 2006 Lila Downs' influences include traditional Spanish ballads and jazz from the American songbook.
February 13, 2013 In time for the holiday, some of our favorite Latin artists share love songs that make them swoon.
July 3, 2012 In her interpretation of his songs we hear the way we all maneuver through more than one culture.
January 28, 2012 Betto Arcos shares a modern protest anthem from Chile, a re-purposed Peruvian slave song, and more.
November 9, 2011 This week's show is all about songs with amazing stories and the power of comic books.
October 23, 2011 Hear the Mexican-American singer's vibrant new album, which examines traditional culture.
