About the Artists
Julia Almaguer: A prominent voice in Mexico’s dissident scene, Julia Almaguer is a transgender singer-songwriter and actress. In 2024, she released her second LP, “Weyes,” which has garnered critical acclaim and is considered one of the best Mexican albums of the year.
Viuda: This Spanish band, composed of Marta Candás, Elisa G. Gómez, Sara Rego, and Eva Llavona, blends the sound of copla with post-punk through their socially conscious compositions and lyrics.
Background and Significance
Inercias is a concert series that brings together Spanish and Mexican musical talents, fostering collaboration between independent music scenes from both countries.
Julia Almaguer, with over a decade of experience, has released notable albums such as “Miljillo” (2016), “Mataronomatar” (2019), and her latest, “Weyes.” Her music combines folk, shoegaze, and grunge elements with a narrative that moves from melancholy to chaos. Her lyrics reflect her longing for love and experiences as a transgender woman, offering a personal, authentic, and moving perspective.
Viuda debuted in 2021 and has since performed at various venues, drawing from folklore, cinema, and visual arts to create a profound, entertaining, and ambitious presence in the Spanish music scene. Their songs tackle themes such as women’s projection and self-reflection, portraying them as the primary agents of change in their communities.
Upcoming Collaboration
On August 29, at 8:00 PM, the fourth Inercias session will take place at the Centro Cultural de España en México (CCEMx), featuring Julia Almaguer and Viuda. This collaboration aims to strengthen the independent music scenes in both countries.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who are Julia Almaguer and Viuda? Julia Almaguer is a Mexican transgender singer-songwriter and actress, while Viuda is a Spanish band known for blending copla and post-punk sounds with socially conscious lyrics.
- What is the Inercias concert series? Inercias is a series of concerts that unites Spanish and Mexican musical talents, promoting collaboration between independent music scenes from both countries.
- When and where is the upcoming collaboration? The collaboration will take place on August 29, at 8:00 PM, at the Espacio X of the Centro Cultural de España en México.
