Image of the cover of the new album, taken from Luzmila Carpio’s Facebook.
Bolivian folk music singer Luzmila Carpio was selected as a candidate for For Your Grammy Consideration (FYC) 2024 at the Grammy Awards for her latest album Inti Watana: The Return of the Sun. The production will compete in the Best Global Music Album and Best Immersive Audio Album categories.
“This first step is already a recognition of the tribute that this album represents to our ancestral, Amazonian and Andean roots, and to the unbreakable strength of Pachamama,” the artist announced from her social networks.
“This important step would not be possible without the love and support of all of you, who have accompanied every note along this path. I sincerely thank everyone who has collaborated on this project and who has helped weave this musical offering to the world. Especially to Grant Dull and his formidable ZZK team, to Leo, my sound accomplice and musical producer of this album,” he added in a post.
Over the decades, Carpio released more than 25 albums and was defined as one of the most prolific indigenous singers in South America by Rolling Stones magazine.
Your album You are Watanamade together with Argentine producer Leonardo Martinelli, combines Latin American folk rhythms and modern electronics with Luzmila’s voice, which is accompanied by different traditional instruments from around the world.
The singer’s son and producer of the album, Joel Flores Carpio, explained: “From the beginning, I decided as a producer to bet on an innovative sound in You are Watanaand we risk with a mix in dolby atmos (surround sound), this being the first Andean music album of its kind with this technology. “It is an honor to be part of this historic moment for our music.”
The award will be presented on November 14 during the Latin Grammy gala to be held at the Kaseya Center in Miami. The nominees for the Latin Grammy 2024 were announced on September 17, 2024. Names such as Shakira, Karol G, Bad Bunny, Ángela Aguilar, Peso Pluma and Kali Uchis stand out.
Breaking News: Luzmila Carpio’s Album Nominated for Grammy Consideration
In an exciting turn of events, renowned Bolivian folk music singer Luzmila Carpio has been selected as a candidate for the prestigious For Your Grammy Consideration (FYC) 2024 at the Grammy Awards [[1]]. The nomination is for her latest album, “Inti Watana: El Retorno del Sol” (The Return of the Sun), which will compete in the Best Global Music Album and Best Immersive Audio Album categories [[2]].
Luzmila Carpio, born on December 20, 1949, is a celebrated singer and songwriter who has been performing in Spanish and Quechua for many years [[1]]. Her music has been a staple of Bolivian folk culture, and this nomination is a testament to her talent and dedication to her craft.
The album “Inti Watana” has been generating buzz in the music industry, and ZZK Records has been actively promoting it on their social media channels, encouraging fans to support Luzmila Carpio’s Grammy consideration [[3]]. The record label has expressed excitement about the nomination, acknowledging that this first step is already a recognition of the tribute to Bolivian folk music.
This nomination is not only a personal achievement for Luzmila Carpio but also a milestone for Bolivian music, which has been gaining international recognition in recent years. The Grammy Awards are one of the most prestigious music awards in the world, and this nomination is a significant step towards global recognition for Luzmila Carpio and Bolivian folk music.
As a music enthusiast, I am thrilled to see artists like Luzmila Carpio pushing the boundaries of traditional music and gaining international recognition. This nomination is a testament to the power of music to transcend cultural and geographical boundaries, and I eagerly anticipate the outcome of the Grammy Awards.
Luzmila Carpio’s nomination for the Grammy Awards is a significant milestone in her career and a proud moment for Bolivian music. I wish her all the best, and I look forward to seeing how her music continues to inspire and delight audiences around the world.
Sources:
[[1]]https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luzmila_Carpio
[[2]]https://www.vision360.bo/noticias/2024/10/09/13222-el-disco-inti-watana-de-luzmila-carpio-esta-en-carrera-en-for-your-grammy-consideration
[[3]]https://www.instagram.com/zzkrecords/reel/DA1X8WjIQ5G/
