On today’s very special episode of Songmess we are joined by Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Neysa Blay! The Miami-based musician was in Mexico City for a quick stint with Afónico label mates Lynx, from Argentina, and we couldn’t resist the opportunity for a fun little Caribbean kiki.

Neysa Blay is new on the scene but paying her dues. Her new single “Ojos de Diamante” is an earnest ballad about romance and sexual fluidity, while the rest of today’s playlist highlights Puerto Rican alternative pioneers and emerging singer-songwriters. Our conversation was recorded on a crowded Mexico City intersection, but that didn't stop us from dipping into Boricua resilience post-Hurricane María, the diverse indie scenes thriving in different corners of Puerto Rico and what Miami’s indie scene can offer young musicians.

Get to know Neysa Blay and don't forget to support your local emerging artists!

Featured Artists: Neysa Blay, Lizbeth Roman, Chango Menas, Fofé y los Fetiches, Alegría Rampante, Buscabulla and Los Walters.

Neysa Blay Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/221r7E6QASURKauguQwGWw?si=pOM3gbP4T3KvXO34vfuTtQ

Neysa Blay Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neysablay/

Afónico Music: https://www.afonicomusic.com/?lightbox=i10510ve

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