Esteban, Diego, and Tim interview Daan and Marcel from La Doble Nelson at Cashmere Radio. La Doble Nelson is a Berlin-based cumbia band known for their energetic performances and colorful uniforms, inspired by the iconic outfits of Peruvian cumbia bands from the 1990s. In this episode, they discuss the history of cumbia and the band's journey, exploring the power of this music genre and its ability to evoke deep emotions. The conversation also discusses topics such as migration and how cumbia serves as a bridge connecting people to their homelands and memories through nostalgia and dance.
For many cumbia lovers, cumbia has been a way to reconnect with their roots and experiences, while for others cumbia has been a space of exploration and discovery. The power of cumbia is all about that, it is about dancing, identity, expression, and exploration.
Follow La Doble Nelson on Instagram as: ladoblenelson.orquesta
Or hear their amazing Live Session at KiloHertz Studio

 

Arcos, B. 2024: A brief history of cumbia. LA Phil. https://es.laphil.com/about/watch-and-listen/a-brief-history-of-cumbia (Accedido 10.02.2025)

Fernández l’Hoeste, H., & Vila, P. 2013: Cumbia! : scenes of a migrant Latin American music genre. Duke University Press. 

Rodriguez-Hernandez, S. 2016: Cumbia. In: Martin, A. R. and M. Mihalka (ed.), Music around the World : A Global Encyclopedia: A-G, 213–217.