This year marks the 60th anniversary of the legendary Fania Records: one of the most significant Latin labels in the world, musically and culturally, with an influence that continues to reverberate today. To honor the New York label’s enduring contributions—as well as its powerhouse roster of legendary artists—Craft Latino proudly presents a new compilation, Fania Records: The Latin Sound of New York (1964–1978).

Step right up, folks, and dive into the kaleidoscope vortex where music, mischief, and magic collide—Len Dell’Amico’s long-awaited memoir, FRIEND OF THE DEVIL, is set to pull back the curtain on his 11-year odyssey inside the wild, untamed world of Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead.

New York-based instrumental groove band Planetary People have released their first studio album, Brace for Impact. The record, a dynamic blend of their odyssey-like live compositions and expanded pieces from their acclaimed “Transmissions” project, marks a milestone in the band’s creative journey.

Electro soul supergroup Nitecap have released their hopeful new single “Love and Light” featuring GRAMMY-winning artist and vocalist Nigel Hall (Lettuce, Jon Cleary, Dr, Klaw) from their upcoming debut album, out early 2025 via Perception Records. PRESS HERE to listen.

Today, the now-unmasked singer-songwriter BoyWithUke, aka Charley Yang, announced his upcoming international “Burnout World Tour,” his final tour in support of his latest studio album, Burnout, released this past Friday, November 15, via AWAL Recordings. Burnout is his fifth studio record and final album under the BoyWithUke moniker, as well as his first full-length project dedicated to his true self after removing the mask that turned him into an internet sensation.

Drive-By Truckers co-founder Patterson Hood has announced his landmark new solo album, Exploding Trees & Airplane Screams, arriving via ATO Records on Friday, February 21, 2025. Pre-orders are available now.