credit: Beatriz Lopez
Nemegata
From the vibrant musical landscape of Austin, Texas, emerges Nemegata, a fearless band reshaping the boundaries of sound and rebelling against musical norms. Rooted in Latin American traditions, particularly influenced by Abya Yala, Nemegata rejects Eurocentric labels, transcending the confines of outdated terms like "world music." Instead, they carve a unique space for authentic expressions, resignifying ancestral elements into their high-energy, mesmerizing, and mystic sound.
As Colombian musicians in the USA, Nemegata channels the migrant experience and Latinx diaspora, transforming the challenges Latin America endures into a profound artistic expression through their music. Nemegata draws inspiration from Colombian traditions—cumbia, bullerengue, gaita music, and Andean melodies—blending them with mind-bending '60s and '70s psychedelia from Africa, South America, and the Caribbean. Their resignified take on Latinx sounds and commitment to Abyayalismo have earned them acclaim, showcasing their magnetic stage presence and musical prowess.
ACL 2023, Austin Music Awards Nominee 2022-2024, and Levitation 2022-2024 solidifying their standing in the vibrant Austin music scene.
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