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02/12/2016
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Facts on wax

If you scour the travel ads, you see Costa Rica advertised with a lifestyle that is easygoing, and rainforests complete with lush vibes. Music-wise, the description is also the sound of Cocofunka’s sound, produced by local icon Mario Mirands and sonic mastermind Felipe Alvarez. The duo’s ability to fold their blend of soca and calypso beats neatly into rock and reggae is dope. Sample the Costa Rican flavors of the title track, “Chúcaro,” followed by the funk of “Coleccionista,” the emotional “Melancolia,” the smooth “Antes De Nacer,” the staccato beat of “Aunque Llueva,” and hit the halfway mark with the rhythmic “Saboteo.” The music flows nicely via “Temprano” featuring Andrew Trosh, trailed by the upbeat “Oso Perezoso,” the bright, steady downbeat of “Luces,” the repetitive “Noche Tras Noche,” and the foot tapping “Alma Valiente” featuring Lilo Sanchez. The final touches are applied with the haunting “Perseguidor.” Music for living the good life!