The Latin Grammy nominations reflect the rise of folk music

NPR | By Felix Contreras

Published September 17, 2026 at 4:48 PM EDT

Alt.Latino's Felix Contreras explains a surprising new trend in Latin music that's been bubbling for awhile.

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