Name: Malegria
Brand: Reyna Tropical

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

PSY040LP

Colour

Black

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Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2024-03-29

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Cargo

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

0850056058056

Total Cap

Black LP

PSY040CD

0850056058070

Artist

Reyna Tropical

Genre GB

Latin / South American 

Label GB

Psychic Hotline

Psychic Hotline is an artist-run label based in Durham, North Carolina. It was founded by members of the renowned band Sylvan Esso, *a2332827* and *a2035688*, along with their longtime manager, *a8165394*. With a passion for music and a commitment to supporting emerging artists, Psychic Hotline has quickly become a prominent force in the music industry.

As an artist-run label, Psychic Hotline understands the unique needs and challenges faced by musicians. They provide a supportive and collaborative environment where artists can freely express themselves and explore their creative potential. By working closely with each artist, they ensure that every release reflects the artist's vision while also meeting the highest standards of quality.

With its strong connections to the vibrant music scene in Durham, Psychic Hotline has cultivated a diverse roster of talented artists across various genres. From indie rock to electronic pop, their lineup showcases the best of what North Carolina has to offer. Through strategic partnerships and innovative marketing strategies, Psychic Hotline strives to elevate its artists' careers and help them reach new audiences worldwide.

Malegria, Reyna Tropical’s long-anticipated debut full-length album, is at once a vibrant arrival and an electrifying bridge. The album is a contemporary celebration and continuation of wide-reaching cultural traditions from Congolese, Peruvian, and cumbia rhythms to revolutionary artists like lesbian Mexican guitarist-singer Chavela Vargas these influences meld and are remixed through the distinctive lens of trailblazing guitarist and songwriter Fabi Reyna. 

Traversing themes including queer love, feminine sensuality, and the transformative power of intentional relations to the earth, Malegria spotlights narratives often pushed to the margins and offers them a sonic homeland. The portmanteau, born from a 1998 Manu Chao song by the same name, is akin to bittersweet and blends the Spanish “mal” which means “bad" and “alegria” which means “happiness.” 

Malegria marks Reyna Tropical’s return to centering creative joy and movement through music. Whether enjoyed during listening parties or infectious live sets, the music will move listeners and irresistibly command a jump into action in protection of the land, into the arms of a crush, into your own power and fearlessness, into steady body rolls along to the beat. Malegria offers us all a chance to witness history in the making.

Malegria

Music GB

Discover Malegria by Reyna Tropical. A vibrant debut album blending cultural traditions from Congolese, Peruvian, and cumbia rhythms. Available in various formats. Label: Psychic Hotline.