Called after an Afro-Peruvian rhythm, Lundú is a 7-member ensemble formed in Arequipa in 2015 by musicians who love of Perú’s song traditions. Arequipa is Perú’s second largest city, encircled by volcanos, and with a complex syncretic culture that includes Afro-Peruvian, Andean and colonial Spanish elements.
Lundú released its debut album, Introversiones in 2019, and has performed at festivals in Panama and Argentina.
“The search for new sounds and the use of various instruments drives our musical arrangements of popular themes from our national and Latin American folklore. We’re proud to share our identity as a multi-cultural country, and in turn, learn from the musical diversity that identifies us as Peruvians and Latinos” says Lundú.
Band members in 2022 included Marikatia Campos R. on vocals and minor percussion; Robert Sánchez C. on saxophone, chorus, minor percussion; ensemble director Diego Cárdenas R. on guitar; arranger Fernando Salazar B. on guitar; Diego Manrique A. on percussion; Kanko Cárdenas R. on Peruvian cajón’ and Sebastián Vega on bass.
Discography:
Introversiones (2019)
Afroestampa, EP
Author: Angel Romero
Angel Romero y Ruiz has dedicated his life to musical exploration. His efforts included the creation of two online portals, worldmusiccentral.org and musicasdelmundo.com. In addition, Angel is the co-founder of the Transglobal World Music Chart, a panel of world music DJs and writers that celebrates global sounds. Furthermore, he delved into the record business, producing world music studio albums and compilations. His works have appeared on Alula Records, Ellipsis Arts, Indígena Records and Music of the World.