Bomba Estereo's Li Saumet Is For Girl Power Pero No Feminista

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By Daniela Capistrano

When Uncensored Interview caught up with Bomba Estereo at this year’s SXSW, Li shared her views on feminism:

“I’m not a feminist. I think that feminine power on stage is important and it’s something totally different, but nothing radically feminist … like just women, women, women. The male’s presence is just as important as the woman’s. I love having that power and strength of being on the mic, just like all women that are doing it but [I’m not for] super radical.”

Although Saumet doesn't identify as a feminist, she is not afraid to take control on stage. The singer is known for having a raw and enigmatic performance style and has been compared to artists like M.I.A., Santigold and Totó La Momposina.

Li’s poder feminino definitely shined through at SXSW – the Chicago Sun Times remarked that “Liliana Saumet dominated the stage with sheer charisma and force of will.”

Bomba Estereo is Simon Mejia and Li Saumet. Part of the new wave of young artists playing cumbia-inspired electronica, Bomba Estereo has been making waves with their album “Blow Up” and hit single “Fuego.”

Tr3s Comunidad, do you agree with Liliana’s definition of a feminist? What do you think a feminist is? Tell us in the comments or on Twitter!

Tags Bomba Estereo, Li Saumet, SXSW, Women's History Month