Motherflowers prints the photograph of its musical journey

From Puerto La Cruz, Venezuela, the band Motherflowers has released "Que vayan y lo cuenten," their third studio album, a vibrant testament to Venezuelan and Latin American identity. El Nacional is proud to highlight this work, which represents a significant artistic exploration for the group. Initially conceived as an EP exploring traditional music from various countries, the project evolved organically into a full album that masterfully blends diverse rhythms like drums, salsa, merengue, and cumbia. This musical tapestry is not just a collection of songs; it's a "photograph" of Venezuelan culture, capturing the eclectic mix of genres that permeate daily life.

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We sought to represent what is lived in Venezuela. Being bombarded by a lot of genres that belong to the Venezuelan day-to-day: waking up to llaneras, but ending the day with reggaeton. We wanted to create that photograph of all the genres that we, as Venezuelans, were crossed by and that have been part of our history since we were kids.

Veztalone, one of the band members, explains the album's core concept: "We sought to represent what is lived in Venezuela. Being bombarded by a lot of genres that belong to the Venezuelan day-to-day: waking up to llaneras, but ending the day with reggaeton. We wanted to create that photograph of all the genres that we, as Venezuelans, were crossed by and that have been part of our history since we were kids." This deep connection to their roots and the everyday musical landscape is what gives the album its authentic Venezuelan soul.

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'Mi casita' was one of those songs that when we made it, we felt there had to be an album to accompany it. That's where it all began.

The album's journey began with the song "Mi casita," which, according to Veztalone, was the catalyst for the entire project. "'Mi casita' was one of those songs that when we made it, we felt there had to be an album to accompany it. That's where it all began." This sentimentality, a reflection of longing for home and the familiar, anchors the album's narrative. Frank Lucas adds that the band prioritized the needs of each song, allowing the music itself to guide the production process. "Que vayan y lo cuenten" is more than just music; it's a cultural statement, a reflection of a nation's spirit, and a heartfelt love letter to Venezuela.

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We prioritized what each song needed and what it was asking of us, because each track speaks to you and tells you where to go in terms of mixing, vocal prominence, or interpretation.