Ten women to understand the rebirth of the Valencian musical circuit
There are voices that speak of a new Valencian industry with its eyes set on the increasingly growing importance of women in the cycle.
Although there are bands integrated or led by them—such as The Flood either Malifeta— or projects with a long history like that of Sandra Monfortthere is a sort of resurgence of individual projects that have a feminine stamp. They are turning the tables on the industry and reclaiming their rightful place in a circuit that, like all others, is dominated by men.
1.- Naina
If there is a name that is repeated on dozens of posters and that provokes special affection among the public, it is, without a doubt, that of naina. With her urban pop, Algemesí has managed to hit a nail on the head that was dancing around too much in our industry. Young, fresh and increasingly popular, she promises to be one of the biggest names on the circuit in the coming years.
2.- Esther
It also happens with Estherwhich is now taking hold. With a much more mature project, the artist from Vinaròs is able to connect with the most sensitive side of her audience, which remains more stable, but also much more faithful. The chemistry with his band and with those who listen to it, the careful lyrics and a delicious affection when doing things define the recipe for a success that is already beginning to materialize.
3.- April
And for those looking for a more personal proposal? Definitely, April. Benissa’s is capable of macerating in her delicate voice, but full of strength, a magical truth that only those who feel and love music can express. The April one is a project with many more faces, more multifaceted and loaded with symbolism. Proof of this is the musical and symbolic quality of his only work, “Instruccions per estimar una cirera” (Último Pasillo/Altafonte, 26).
4.- The Maria
On the other hand, like good Valencians, our folklore could not fail to respond to the call of the industry. The one of Maria It is the most transgressive proposal in the sector. In their project, electronic music and traditional Valencian singing converge to give light to one of the most sensitive proposals on the entire scene. The artist from Oliva is capable of filling auditoriums, halls and squares with songs that, although they escape the mainstream, keep her at the center of the industry at all times.
5.- Titana
Now we go with a more classic artist. Distanced from the networks, which she keeps in the background, and from current trends, Noelia Llorens’ sincere music meets people in town squares. Listening to her is a journey through our history, both current and past, and keeping your feet still as soon as she starts singing is almost impossible.
6.- car
In a much more urban and retro variant, car is born, who, with a single theme, “Addicted to you” (Self-published, 26), has made half the industry raise its ears. What is striking, above all, is the roundness of the proposal and the solidity of the project, taking into account above all that it has just begun.
7.- rosio cano
In this effervescent panorama there is also room for proposals for more organic, more pop sounds. On the one hand, the project of Rosio Cano, who released his album in June “so small and so big” (4425599 Records DK, 26), is a promise of delicate, sincere and careful pop. Lyrical prominence and organic accompaniments define a proposal that with this new work once again puts the Castellón artist in the spotlight.
8.- Seserino
With a more synthetic sound, but following the same tone, it is inevitable to talk about Paula, Seserino. In her songs, the woman from Alcoy combines the most personal aspects of her daily life with a great passion for art that turns the project into a wonderful chimera of passion and feeling.
9- The Xica
However, despite the growing popularity of all these projects, the female muscle of the Valencian industry is also supported by the proposals that, little by little, continue to be born year after year. One of them, that of the Xica. Marina Bolea, who was part of Maluks, launched earlier this year “Alabatre” (Propaganda Pel Fet!, 26), his first solo feature. With a style that is difficult to define, Xica is characterized by an overwhelming musical versatility and a lyrical sincerity that hardly leaves anyone indifferent who really gives it a chance. Getting into his personal, yet electronic, universe is an experience that becomes addictive live.
10.- Anna Mira
Anna Mira also stands out, promising, with her only single, “Jo vinc” (Propaganda Pel Fet!, 26), a welcoming and sensitive delicacy with the Valencian reality and a soft and almost nostalgic voice, full of affection for a project that is now beginning.
Despite the quality and variety of these new projects, which are working hard to find a place in a difficult, as well as masculinized, industry, as the public we must also exercise a little curiosity. Give them a chance, not as an exercise in compassion, but in self-care. Open the doors to unknown proposals and abandon the same three groups as always. Bet on their direct care, and not only do it when they coincide with the trendy band on duty. In short: recognize talent, effort and work through opportunity. If we don’t do it, let’s not regret it in a few years.
