New Música: Ana Tijoux Gets Props From Thom Yorke, Announces US Tour

By Sugey Palomares

We have been keeping Ana Tijoux on our radar for good reason. The Chilean MC is known for creating a new golden age for Spanish hip-hop and has just announced her U.S. tour, which kicks off in July.

If you haven't heard about the raptress just yet, then check out her single "Despabilate." The track featured in her album "Kaos" introduces a poetic roughness coupled with smooth electronic beats. Besides becoming a fast favorite among underground fans, Ana's unique style has even received props from Radiohead's Thom Yorke!

Nominated by the MTV Latin America VMAs for "Best New Artist" and Best Urban Artist," Tijoux was introduced to mainstream audiences after her musical collaboration with another Tr3s favorite, Mexican rock star Julieta Venegas on her hit track, "Eres Para Mi." Her latest U.S. debut album "1977" has also received plenty of buzz for gracefully mixing jazz, hip-hop, and sophisticated lyrics. We think Ana describes her style best:

"I wanted to make a straightforward record, just good lyrics, good beats, good samples and good scratching. that's it."

7/6 - Apple Soho In-Store - New York, NY
7/7 - Central Park SummerStage - New York, NY
7/8 - The Khyber - Philadelphia, PA
7/9 - Pianos- New York, NY
7/10 - Glasslands Gallery - Brooklyn, NY
7/15 - Liv Nightclub - Washington, DC
7/17 - The Sol Collective - Sacramento, CA
7/18 - Frank's Place - Fresno, CA
7/19 - Elbo Room - San Francisco, CA
7/21 - Viper Room - West Hollywood, CA
7/22 - Santa Monica Pier - Santa Monica, CA
7/23 - Bootleg Theater - Los Angeles, CA

Tags Ana Tijoux, Julieta Venegas, Latin America, Latin Music, MTV, Musica Latina, New Musica