José Martínez - Short Stories (2026)

José Martínez's portrait album explores the synthesis of Latin American traditions, avant-garde techniques, and digital technology. The compositions integrate the ritualistic rhythms of Santería, cumbia, and currulao with electronic processing, deconstructing the folkloric elements of Afro-Colombian music. Drawing inspiration from the literature of Julio Cortázar and Dadaist cinema, the works emphasize themes of cultural identity and the complex interaction between live performers and electronic environments.

Tracklist:
1-1 Jordan Walsh - Monologue V: Hidden Story [12:24]
1-2 Noa Even - Do I Regret? [11:15]
1-3 Hocket Duo - Sinsentido del Absurdo [15:47]
1-4 Hot Second - Instructions for Playing: I. Instructions for Stargazing [3:55]
1-5 Hot Second - Instructions for Playing: II. Instructions for Running [1:52]
1-6 Hot Second - Instructions for Playing: III. Instructions for Singing [3:58]
1-7 Hot Second - Instructions for Playing: IV. Instructions for Obstinacy [1:53]
1-8 Hot Second - Instructions for Playing: V. Instructions for Crying [3:02]
1-9 José Martinez;José Martínez - Coalescencia [10:06]