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NACCChart: Eljuri's 'Así es el Mundo' NACCChart: Eljuri's 'Así es el Mundo' #1 'World Music Album' and #1 'Latin Music Album' →
NACC GENRE CHART HIGHLIGHTS THIS WEEK SEPT 30, 2025
Only one artist tops two NACC Charts this week. Ecuadorian singer Cecilia Villar Eljuri, who records simply as Eljuri, tops both the NACC World and NACC Latin charts with her sixth album, Así Es El Mundo. It's a second week at #1 on the NACC Latin Chart and a first at NACC World, as she rises from 5-1.
A master of genre fusion — from Latin grooves to rock & reggae — Eljuri brings cultural depth, fearless style, and global power to every beat. Revered. Respected. Revolutionary.
MIL GRACIAS to all the DJs, stations & listeners lifting up music with purpose. ¡El cambio viene!
Stream Eljuri’s Así es el Mundo wherever you listen to music…
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Keys and Chords: Eljuri: 'Así es el Mundo' Album Review ****
Eljuri: Así es el Mundo
10/9/2025
by Marino Serdons(English translation of the original Dutch)
Cecilia Villar Eljuri is a New York musician with a strong fighting spirit.
An activist who responds to the world's threats with words and melody. Her Ecuadorian roots explain the Latin-rock style. The committed Spanish-language lyrics speak of human rights, social justice, responsibility, and solidarity — or the lack thereof.“Eljuri doesn't shy away from the world's problems and she gives us a kick in the conscience while we dance to her songs.”
Without becoming heavy-handed, she frames her activism in a swinging and rhythmic Latin sound. She confidently handles a Gibson guitar, electronic percussion, or even an organ, and gracefully layers her voice over it all.
Every now and then, the guitarist switches to English, making sure you can't hide behind ignorance. This makes the song ‘En Busca de la Paz’ feel very contemporary. And ‘Fuerza’ leaves nothing to the imagination with the backing chant “…power to the people, …”.
Closing song ‘Money-Hungry’, a strong Western rock track, ties it all together with conscience. And power!
The album Así el mundo went straight to number 1 in the North American College and Community Radio Charts upon release. In 2023, she already performed on a few Dutch stages — let’s hope we get the chance again in 2026.
Until then, you can find the album on streaming platforms.
Line-up:
Cecilia Villar Eljuri – Lead vocals and harmonies, electric and acoustic guitar, organ, synthesizer, electronic percussion
Alex Alexander – Drums, percussion
Winston Roye – Bass, harmonies
Teese Gohl – Synthesizer, organ, piano
Cyro Baptista – Percussion
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World Music Charts Europe: October 2025 Debut of Eljuri's Así es el Mundo at #10 →
The World Music Charts Europe (WMCE), a respected monthly ranking curated by a distinguished jury of over 40 radio broadcasters across 24 European countries, has recognized Eljuri and her new album for the first time—debuting impressively at #10.
Known for highlighting global artists with exceptional artistry and cultural relevance, the WMCE's inclusion of Eljuri signals a growing international appreciation for her unique fusion of Latin rhythms, rock, reggae, and socially conscious songwriting.
This milestone not only marks a breakthrough for Eljuri in the European world music scene but also reflects the jury’s acknowledgment of her artistic depth and global resonance.
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Transglobal World Music Chart: Eljuri Rises to #25 in the monthly Top 40 →
Eljuri’s new album is making waves on the October 2025 Transglobal World Music Chart, rising impressively from #30 to #25. This chart, curated by a distinguished panel of international DJs and world music broadcasters, celebrates artists who push creative boundaries and connect deeply with global audiences. Eljuri’s dynamic fusion of Latin, rock, and reggae—with powerful, socially conscious storytelling—has clearly captured the attention of this expert jury, signaling her growing momentum and rising influence in the world music scene.
The Transglobal World Music Chart reflects the tastes of curators who play music on radio stations, podcasts, and clubs around the world. They source their selections from a diverse range of global releases, shining a spotlight on fresh sounds and authentic voices that resonate across cultures and continents.
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Roots Music Report: Eljuri Hits #9 on the Top 50 World Album Chart →
Eljuri’s latest album has reached #9 on the Roots Music Report Top 50 World Album Chart, a key US ranking, that tracks global radio airplay for roots and independent music. This strong placement reflects the rising impact of Eljuri’s signature blend of Latin rhythms, rock, and reggae, underscored by her powerful, socially conscious songwriting. As her music continues to connect with a worldwide audience, this milestone marks another step in solidifying her presence on the global stage.
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NACCChart: Eljuri's 'Así es el Mundo' #1 'Latin Music Album' →
This bold, bilingual album, Así es el Mundo is a rebel cry released by Manovill Records with Six Degrees Music Distribution. In the first month of it’s release the album has reached #1 on Latin Music and #5 on World Music album charts via the North American College and Community Radio Charts and has reached #30 on the Transworld Global Music Charts!
Support your local radio stations. They need community support now more than ever.
Stream Eljuri’s Así es el Mundo wherever you listen to music…
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PBS: Best of Concert of Colors, Eljuri
Eljuri’s fiery global fusion ignites ‘Concert of Colors’ in a genre-blending set.
Watch Ecuadorian-born singer-guitarist Eljuri light up Concert of Colors with a searing mix of reggae, Latin rock, punk and global grooves reflecting her Spanish-Lebanese roots. Catch the virtuosic riffs, uplifting rhythms and socially charged lyrics from the Detroit Institute of Arts on Detroit PBS.
The Concert of Colors was established by Ismael Ahmed and is one of the nation’s longest-running, largest, free and global music festivals. It is Detroit’s largest showcase of global grooves. Thanks to WDET, Detroit Performs, Detroit PBS and all the funders and volunteers.
As Ismael says, “Settle in and feel the pulse… This is the Concert of Colors.”
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World Music Central - Album Review - Guitar Riffs And Rights: Artivist Eljuri Presents “Así Es El Mundo” →
by Iliana Cabrera
“New York-based Hispanic singer, guitarist, and activist Cecilia Villar Eljuri has recently released Así Es El Mundo (This Is The Way Of The World). This gripping album pairs protest-minded lyrics with hook-driven songs and guitar-led arrangements. Ecuadorian pasillo, Afro-Cuban influences, and Spanish flamenco rumba rhythms intersect with roots reggae, funk, and rock, shaping a danceable set.
Eljuri, an Ecuador-born artist of Spanish and Lebanese heritage, is an excellent guitarist and emotive vocalist. She has also built a reputation as one of the most outspoken immigrant voices in the United States.”
World Music Central is your connection to traditional and contemporary World Music, including folk, roots, global music, ethno and cross cultural fusions.
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VINIL TV: Nuevo Sencillo del Eljuri “KARMA” →
por Omar México
El segundo sencillo del próximo álbum Así es el Mundo es una súplica y decreto de una inmigrante latina en EE.UU.
Los ritmos de samba brasileña del nuevo sencillo de Eljuri, KARMA, son irresistiblemente bailables, el sonido perfecto para el verano. Pero detrás de las brillantes voces, los beats contagiosos y la rica instrumentación, se oculta un mensaje de gran peso. La canción —de una de las voces inmigrantes más valientes y francas de EE.UU. hoy en día— llega como respuesta urgente a la violencia creciente, el nacionalismo extremo desinformado y la opresión sistémica en Estados Unidos, así como a la inestabilidad que sacude al mundo en estos tiempos oscuros y caóticos.
Mira el video musical oficial aquí.
La letra lanza una advertencia: cruzar líneas morales trae consecuencias inevitables. El estribillo, “El alma no se vende”, proclama la incansable exigencia de justicia y la incalculable valía de la integridad.”
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El Diario: Agenda recomendada de evento →
ESTA SEMANA EN NYC - Noche de música y activismo con Eljuri.
La reconocida cantautora Eljuri celebrará el lanzamiento de su nuevo álbum, Así es el Mundo (This is the Way of the World), en su ciudad natal, Nueva York. El concierto tendrá lugar el miércoles 3 de septiembre a las 7:00 pm, en Joe’s Pub. Con una voz única forjada por su experiencia como inmigrante latina en Estados Unidos, Eljuri ha creado un sonido poderoso y cargado de guitarras: una fusión electrizante de himnos y gritos de rebeldía. Acompañada por sus dinámicos hermanos musicales Alex Alexander y Winston Roye, ha conquistado escenarios internacionales por más de una década con ritmos bilingües que defienden la resiliencia, la resistencia, los derechos civiles y la lucha por el planeta.
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Artistic Echoes: Hot Half Dozen →
by Patrick O’Heffernan
Así es el Mundo álbum by Eljuri
The indefatigable guitar genius and powerhouse singer has released her best album yet. Sophisticated, emotion-laden, Latin/Caribbean-infused rock, with a touch of activism. One of the best guitarists out there, she blends the chords and riffs with her deeply feminine, but deeply confident voice. Eleven songs, each one unique and each one a joy to either listen to or dance to, Spanish and English. Stream on Spotify and major platforms.
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al borde: eljuri calls on the power of the people to take action with her new album asi es el mundo →
As authoritarian regimes tighten their grip on democracies around the world, this is a moment for brave and uncompromising voices to speak out to demand honesty and integrity, to summon the collective outrage of all who condemn fascist misinformation, state-sanctioned racism and fear-mongering cruelty. Eljuri has such bravery, and her new album Asi es el Mundo delivers an arsenal of passionate protest, expressed in instantly resonant, electrifying original songs.
“The vision for this album sonically was to create a powerful fusion—blending traditional rhythms like pasillo, Afro-Cuban, rumba flamenca, and roots reggae with the raw, modern energy of electric guitar and rock drums, with lyrics that speak to the times,” says Eljuri. “I ask all who believe in democracy and equity to empower themselves, rise up, raise their voices, and stand up to authoritarianism. It’s not about the people in power, but instead about the power in the people.”
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NACCChart: Eljuri's 'Así es el Mundo' #7 'Latin Music' →
August 26, 2025 NACCChart:
Eljuri's album ‘Así es el Mundo’ reaches #7 of the 'Latin Music' charts and #1 in ‘World Music’ adds in it's first weeks.
Support your local independent College and Community Radio!
Listen to Eljuri’s 6th solo album, her best yet, wherever you stream music.
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BELatina: Latina Artist Eljuri Calls on Listeners to Act Through Her Music →
By Guisell Gomez
August 26, 2025The first notes of Eljuri’s guitar cut through the air with a clarity that feels like both an invitation and a challenge. On stage she carries herself with the poise of someone who knows music can be a weapon and a refuge, her voice stretching across the crowd with conviction that insists on being heard. Latina singer and activist Eljuri has always believed music is not only entertainment but also survival, and every performance reflects that belief. Born in Ecuador to Spanish and Lebanese parents and raised in New York City, Cecilia Villar Eljuri has built a career that marries rhythm with resistance. Her new album Así es el Mundo (This Is the Way of the World), which was released on August 22nd, emerges at what she calls a breaking point for humanity. In a recent conversation with BELatina, she spoke about why this work could not wait and why her music must remain inseparable from activism.
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La Jornada: “No separo mi música de mi activismo; conectar con otros humanos es mi deseo” →
Con su nuevo álbum, Así es el mundo, la cantautora, guitarrista y artivista de origen ecuatoriano Eljuri amplifica la voz de los migrantes latinos en EU.
por Israel Campos Mondragón
Lunes 25 de agosto de 2025Eljuri es cantante, compositora, guitarrista y activista social, o “artivista”, como ella misma se define. Criada en Nueva York de origen ecuatoriano, la artista, que comenzó a tocar en parques y calles de la Gran Manzana, con su música le da voz a los sectores marginados. “Estoy contentísima de alzar la voz con la intensidad de mis letras, dar oxígeno a lo positivo para luchar contra lo negativo y lo tóxico que sufren los latinos en Estados Unidos”, dijo en entrevista con La Jornada a propósito de su nuevo disco, Así es el mundo, donde canta en contra de la injusticia y el miedo, con ritmos como el afro-cubano y la rumba-flamenca con la energía del reggae roots, el funk y el rock. Su nuevo álbum es un llamado a la acción ante la creciente violencia y opresión contra los migrantes.
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Paradigms: Eljuri – New Album “Así es el Mundo” →
Eljuri is back! This woman is a powerhouse of creativity and altruism, making music that speaks to the heart and soul as well as to the issues of the day. Her sixth studio album is now available, Así es el Mundo.
Eljuri’s activism comes from her deep commitment to justice. Last summer she partnered with a number of “Get out the vote” organizations with her Concerts for Democracy Tour. This year Eljuri is working with a team that has has produced the Eljuri Activism Toolkit providing tools and ideas for creative pro-active responses to the unconstitutional and illegal actions of the current presidential administration.
PARADIGMS is hosted by Baruch Zeichner who brings you inspired inspiring people exploring visions of a viable future for life on Earth, including humans; and great music from around the world!
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La Opinión: Eljuri levanta la voz por los inmigrantes →
Por Victoria Infante
26 Ago 2025La artista, una férrea defensora de causas sociales, promociona el álbum "Así es el mundo"
Eljuri, nombre artístico de Cecilia Villar Eljuri, nunca pensó que su nuevo disco, “Así es el mundo”, coincidiría con un momento tan convulso en la historia de Estados Unidos.
“Estamos en un momento en el que tienes que decidir en qué lado quieres estar”, dijo Eljuri sobre la marcada polarización que existe entre quienes apoyan la política antiinmigrante de la actual administración, y quienes se oponen. “Yo soy artista, pero [también] soy inmigrante, y latina, y soy de Ecuador pero vivo y me crié en Nueva York”.
Eljuri fue testigo de la efectividad de la caracterización negativa de los inmigrantes en este país. En su reciente viaje a Canadá, había gente que estaba convencida de que gran parte de los inmigrantes que estaban siendo detenidos eran “monstruos”.
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El Universal: Eljuri: Del arte al activismo →
sáb, 23 de agosto de 2025
CIUDAD DE MÉXICO, agosto 23 (EL UNIVERSAL) – Con seis discos en su carrera, siendo "Así es el mundo" (2025) el más reciente, la cantautora ecuatoriana radicada en Nueva York, Eljuri, se asume como un ente incómodo para la administración de Trump.
"Soy todo lo que la administración (americana) odia", dice la autora de "La vida", "Karma" y "Cambio", los tres primeros cortes de su recién estrenado álbum.
Con un tono propositivo y festivo hacia la vida, pero sin perder de lado la denuncia social en sus canciones, Eljuri pone los temas más profundos sobre la mesa.
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PBS: Best of Concert of Colors, Eljuri →
Concert of Colors 2025 - Eljuri
Special | 57m 33s
Video has Closed Captions | CCWatch Ecuadorian-born singer-guitarist Eljuri light up Concert of Colors with a searing mix of reggae, Latin rock, punk and global grooves reflecting her Spanish-Lebanese roots. Catch the virtuosic riffs, uplifting rhythms and socially charged lyrics on Detroit PBS.
Detroit Performs is available to stream on pbs.org and the free PBS App, available on iPhone, Apple TV, Android TV, Android smartphones, Amazon Fire TV, Amazon Fire Tablet, Roku, Samsung Smart TV, and Vizio.
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Agencia NVM: Reafirma Eljuri su artivismo con el álbum Así es el mundo →
La cantante ecuatoriana radicada en Nueva York lanza su sexto disco de estudio, una propuesta musical que fusiona ritmos latinos, rock y reggae con un firme mensaje de justicia social.
Ciudad de México.- Eljuri, cantautora, guitarrista y activista, presenta su sexto álbum de estudio Así es el mundo, una obra que consolida su trayectoria como voz inmigrante y defensora de los derechos humanos.
Así es el mundo se convierte en un arsenal creativo que combina música, baile y conciencia, un llamado urgente a transformar la realidad desde la colectividad y la solidaridad.
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¡HOLA!: Eljuri - Cambio →
Entretenimiento
por Cynthia Valdez
Redactora Senior
Agosto 22, 2025Eljuri - Cambio
Con un ritmo enérgico, "Cambio" te invita a abrazar el cambio y a usar tu poder contra las mentiras. El coro resuena: ‘¡El cambio viene, usa tu poder!’ La potente guitarra de Eljuri y el increíble talento de su trío impulsan esta canción de pop latino funky y pegajoso, que te hará bailar, reflexionar y, con suerte, actuar, siendo un reflejo de libertad y la esperanza de tiempos mejores.
Con una oleada rítmica, el nuevo video animado (por Anna Raff) de ‘Cambio’ condensa el mensaje hasta su núcleo más puro. Con imágenes juguetonas e instintivas, nos invita a abrazar el cambio y a encender nuestro poder contra las mentiras y la propaganda.
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Sonoridad: Eljuri: música, resistencia y acción en 'Así es el mundo' →
entrevista por Karina Cabrera
agosto 21, 2025“Un viaje sonoro con propósito”
Cecilia Villar Eljuri, conocida artísticamente como Eljuri, regresa con Así es el mundo, su sexto álbum como solista. El proyecto va más allá de lo musical y se presenta como un llamado a la acción. No se trata de aceptar pasivamente lo que sucede en el mundo, sino de resistir, unir fuerzas y empoderarse.
Así es el mundo está pensado como un recorrido completo: inicia con La vida y termina con La voz, cerrando un círculo hermoso. Entre ambos puntos, cada canción es una pieza de un viaje que refleja indignación, esperanza y la posibilidad de transformación.
De esta manera, Así es el mundo trasciende el formato de un álbum musical para convertirse en una declaración de principios: un puente entre el arte y la acción, entre la experiencia íntima y el desafío colectivo.
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Sounds and Colours: Prezident Markon’s New Singles Round-Up →
by Mark Sampson
Eljuri: KARMA
Here’s someone who plays a mean guitar and always sings with conviction. The eminent Cyro Baptista supplies the percussion on this typically punchy track from the singer and activist based in New York, but born in Ecuador to Spanish and Lebanese parents. Cecilia Villar Eljuri calls herself an “artivist”, a courageous voice who has never shied away from committed political engagement. She uses her potent blend of Latin funk-rock to speak for society’s marginalised and to tackle the burning issues of today’s ugly world.
Sounds and Colours is dedicated to the culture and creativity of Latin American and the Caribbean. Our aim is to highlight artists, movements and projects whose compassionate, inventive and/or community-led approach deserves our attention.
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Musica Roots: KARMA is a U.S. Latina immigrant’s plea and decree →
ELJURI’s New Single “KARMA” Demands Integrity and Justice
The breezy Brazilian samba rhythms of Eljuri’s new single KARMA are irresistibly and infectiously danceable, a perfect sound for summer – but the bright vocals, beats, and rich instrumentation belie the actual gravity of its message. The song — from one of the most boldly outspoken immigrant voices in the U.S. today — could not be more timely as an urgent response to the escalating violence, misguided hyperbolic uber-nationalism, and systemic oppression unfolding in America – as well as the instability shaking the globe in these deeply dark, chaotic, and crisis-ridden times.
The lyrics, in Spanish, deliver a grim admonition that the crossing of moral lines will inevitably lead to inescapable retribution, with the refrain, “The soul is not for sale,” proclaiming a relentless insistence on justice and the paramount pricelessness of decency and integrity.
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Latinos Unidos: 'KARMA' El Nuevo Sencillo de ELJURI Exige Integridad y Justicia →
En KARMA, Eljuri interpreta un solo evocador en una guitarra eléctrica tres diseñada por ella. Su voz principal es apasionada, sentida—y más poderosa que nunca. Participan como invitados Steve Sandberg (Rubén Blades, Celia Cruz) con brillantes teclados, y el brasileño Cyro Baptista (Paul Simon, Sting) con instrumentos tradicionales como pandeiro, surdo y caxixi, sumándose al bajista Winston Roye y el baterista Alex Alexander con un groove funky.
El música de Eljuri fusiona ritmos latinos, reggae y sonidos globales con una base sólida de rock y funk, y sus letras abordan derechos humanos y otras cuestiones globales con valentía y elocuencia.
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Alt*Latino / All Songs Considered / NPR: Bad Bunny residency prep, new guitar tracks and Latin genre benders →
Felix Contreras introduces Eljuri’s KARMA, “I'm going to play a track from an artist that I've been a big fan of for a long time. And, in fact, I had her on the show years ago. Her name is Eljuri. She is a vocalist and a guitarist - lead guitarist. She's been making music for quite a while.”
“She's got this very eclectic mix, and it's always been reflected in her music, a lot of different things. She's also an activist. She's very, very socially active in trying to battle social wrongs and, of course, she's pretty busy right now. This particular song, the chorus is the soul is not for sale. So it's dealing with these people who are, like, maybe giving up a little bit of their soul for a particular purpose or reason. That's just part of who she is.”
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HOLA!: Lista de Estrenos →
Eljuri - KARMA
Los ritmos de samba brasileña del nuevo sencillo de Eljuri, KARMA, son irresistiblemente bailables, el sonido perfecto para el verano. Pero detrás de las brillantes voces, los beats contagiosos y la rica instrumentación, se oculta un mensaje de gran peso. La canción —de una de las voces inmigrantes más valientes y francas de EE.UU. hoy en día— llega como respuesta urgente a la violencia creciente, el nacionalismo extremo desinformado y la opresión sistémica en Estados Unidos, así como a la inestabilidad que sacude al mundo en estos tiempos oscuros y caóticos. La letra lanza una advertencia: cruzar líneas morales trae consecuencias inevitables. El estribillo, “El alma no se vende”, proclama la incansable exigencia de justicia y la incalculable valía de la integridad.
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Foto Rock 21: Eljuri: Tenemos que levantarnos y usar esa voz para vivir más de experiencias →
La artivista Eljuri ha regresado con nuevas canciones en las que se habla sobre la vida y la complicada situación sociopolítica que ocurre actualmente Estados Unidos. En FotoRock21 tuvimos una interesante y extensa charla con esta talentosa ecuatoriana radicada en Nueva York.
Eljuri y Gabriela Pérez conversan sobre el lanzamiento del próximo álbum de Eljuri, Así es el Mundo, y su primer sencillo, La Vida. Hablan en profundidad sobre el mensaje, el significado y la inspiración detrás del ritmo de la canción. También reflexionan sobre el trabajo de Eljuri en defensa de los derechos de las mujeres y con estudiantes interesados en la música, incluyendo su programa Eljuri en las guitarras, que ha ofrecido en escuelas primarias y como clase magistral en Ciudad de México. Además, comentan sobre su participación continua como mentora en SoundThinking NYC, un proyecto que apoya a través del equipo de Artes Creativas de CUNY y la Oficina de Entretenimiento de la Alcaldía de Nueva York.
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WORT 89.9FM, Madison WI: Amplifying Voices for Social Activism →
Exclusive Eljuri Interview with Hejira: world music radio showhost Jeff Spitzer-Resnick.
The conversation started with a description of the August 22nd release, of Eljuri’s 6th album, Así es el Mundo, a collaboration with Six Degrees Records and Manovill Records and the sonic palette of Eljuri’s blend of influences. They also discussed whether Eljuri’s predominantly Spanish lyrics resonate with Anglos and the importance of cross-cultural alliances.
During the interview titled ‘Amplifying Voices for Social Activism’, Eljuri energized the conversation by unveiling the Eljuri Activism Toolkit and spotlighting the powerful, socially conscious work she continues to champion."
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Global A Go-Go: Eljuri reaches Top 10 →
WRIR 97.3 Richmond, VA Indie Radio and it’s longstanding World music radio show, Global A Go-Go picks Eljuri’s single ‘La Vida’ for it’s Top 10 (June 16-22, 2025).
Bill Lupoletti, Assistant Music Director for World Music at WRIR explains his “favorite definition of world music is that it’s “local music from somewhere else.”
In addition to local music from somewhere else, I play quite a bit of what you might call “culturally hybrid” music — music that draws on multiple, independent cultural traditions. Hybridity is a hot topic in academia, but my interest in it is anything but academic. I’m simply a lifelong fan of music, and to my ears the most interesting, exciting music in the world right now reflects the ever-decreasing distance between cultures in today’s world.”
Global A Go-Go presents music from around the world in the universal language of groove and wants all it’s listeners to know that among their New & Recommended Music, Eljuri’s ‘La Vida’ is in!
Eljuri | Ecuador-USA | La Vida | Single | Manovill Records | 2025
See Eljuri on the NACC Charts and hear what’s new on Richmond, VA’s WRIR…
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Cionoticias TV: Eljuri estrena 'La Vida' →
por Patricia Álvarez
La canción nos invita a liberarnos de las ataduras y convertirnos en una fuerza social: “La vida se nos escapa, No hay tiempo que perder”, canta Eljuri.
Vivir a plenitud, actuar con decisión, abrazar la fuerza interior y resistir la adversidad y el autoritarismo: estos son los temas de este track lleno de la fuerza de sus guitarras.
Con Eljuri al frente y el talento de sus compañeros de banda, de toda la vida– el baterista Alex Alexander y el bajista Winston Roye– además como invitado especial Steve Sandberg al piano, la canción incluye guitarras eléctricas y acústicas, tres cubano, bajo, batería, teclados y ese toque inconfundible de percusión latina con congas y timbales.
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Diabolo UK: Eljuri lanza 'La Vida' nuevo sencillo →
En México su trayectoria es conocida no solo por ser una excepcional guitarrista, con reconocimiento internacional, sino además porque ha sido una artista comprometida con el desarrollo musical. Hasta el momento tiene cinco albums de estudio, que ha grabado cuidadosamente y de manera tradicional: a fuego lento y con todos los chefs en la cocina musical haciendo entregas gourmet con ese su sonido que mezcla música latina, reggae y ritmos globales en una base sólida de rock y funk.
Y con ese deleitable y retador proceso de grabación produjo su sexto álbum que lanzará el 22 de Agosto de este año: Así es el mundo.
La Vida, la primera canción.
Y para comenzar los festejos de este nuevo álbum que comparte con nosotros, presenta el primer sencilloLa Vida, que se lanza a través de Six Degrees Music Distribution y Manovill Records.
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Indie AM: «La Vida»: Un llamado urgente a la acción, la libertad y la resistencia →
Jueves 12 de Junio de 2025
Alejandro Balcázar
Eljuri regresa con un himno vibrante que fusiona música y activismo
Con La Vida, Eljuri —cantautora, guitarrista y “artivista” neoyorquina de raíces ecuatorianas, españolas y libanesas— entrega una canción que invita a vivir con plenitud, a resistir la opresión y a abrazar el poder personal. Este primer sencillo de su próximo álbum Así es el Mundo (disponible el 22 de agosto) es un funk latino bailable, cargado de guitarras ardientes, percusiones afrolatinas y una lírica que arde con urgencia y esperanza.
Cecilia Villar Eljuri es una de las guitarristas latinas más destacadas del mundo, reconocida por su capacidad de convertir la música en una herramienta de cambio social.
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NACCChart: Eljuri's 'La Vida' #1 'World Music' →
June 10, 2025 NACCChart: Eljuri's Debut Single 'La Vida' reaches #1 of the 'World Music' Adds in it's first week.
ELECTRONIC:
KNOCKS, THE AND DRAGONETTE Revelation [Neon Gold/Futures]FOLK:
MARY CHAPIN CARPENTER Personal History [Thirty Tigers]HEAVY:
CRUST Where Light Fears To Descend
[Moribund]HIP-HOP:
MCKINLEY DIXON Magic, Alive!
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La Chicuela: ELJURI estrena “LA VIDA” el primer sencillo del proximo album “ASI ES EL MUNDO” →
“La Vida”, que se lanza a través de Six Degrees Music Distribution y Manovill Records, es el primer adelanto del álbum Así es el Mundo, que llegará el 22 de agosto. La canción invita a liberarse de las ataduras y convertirse en una fuerza imparable. “La vida se nos escapa, No hay tiempo que perder”, canta Eljuri. Vivir a plenitud, actuar con decisión, abrazar la fuerza interior y resistir la adversidad y el autoritarismo: estos son los temas de este himno funky, bailable y lleno de guitarras con sabor a empoderamiento… y rebeldía.
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Musica Roots: ELJURI Debuts “LA VIDA” the First Single From Forthcoming Album “ASI ES EL MUNDO” →
NEW MUSICA- In these times of political turbulence and mounting intolerance and oppression, Eljuri – Cecilia Villar Eljuri – issues an urgent call for resistance and empowerment with “La Vida,” the first single from her forthcoming new album. A New Yorker, an immigrant Latina born in Ecuador to Spanish and Lebanese parents, a singer, composer, guitarist, and social activist – or “artivist,” as she describes herself – her greatest passions are songwriting and activism, standing strong as a conduit for the voices of those she encounters while touring internationally with her NYC-based trio.
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Latinos Unidos: Eljuri Estrena “LA VIDA” el Primer Sencillo del Proximo Album “ASI ES EL MUNDO” →
En estos tiempos de turbulencia política, intolerancia creciente y opresión, Eljuri – Cecilia Villar Eljuri – lanza un llamado urgente a la resistencia y al empoderamiento con “La Vida”, el primer sencillo de su próximo álbum. Neoyorquina, inmigrante latina nacida en Ecuador de padres españoles y libaneses, cantante, compositora, guitarrista y activista social – o “artivista”, como ella misma se define – su pasión más grande es usar la música como un altavoz para las voces que encuentra en su camino mientras gira con su poderoso trío con base en Nueva York.
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Nativo Rock: La canta Eljuri lanza su nuevo sencillo 'La Vida' →
10 de Junio de 2025: El sonido de Eljuri mezcla música latina, reggae y ritmos globales con una base sólida de rock y funk, mientras que sus letras – en español e inglés – abordan con fuerza temas esenciales como los derechos humanos y otras problemáticas sociales urgentes. La llaman una “rockstar humanitaria”: comprometida no solo con empoderar a la comunidad latina, sino a todos los que luchan por la justicia social. Cree firmemente que las experiencias vividas y una representación clara y directa son clave para lograr el cambio.
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TownSquare LIVE: Ladybug Music Festival Returns to Downtown Wilmington with All-Women Lineup →
Now in its 13th year, the free, rain-or-shine event continues to spotlight women in music with a vibrant and diverse lineup featuring over 30 artists from across the US. Founded in 2012 and produced by Gable Music Ventures, Ladybug was created to provide more performance opportunities for women in music.
Standout acts on the bill include Philadelphia alt-rock band KOSER, Georgia-based R&B and blues ensemble AE the Cool, Grammy-nominated blues-rock icon Martha Wash, and Latina/world music trailblazer ELJURI.
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Music to Life: Your Voice is Your Power / Tu Voz es Tu Poder →
When Eljuri’s performance started, the energy was electric. Her fusion of Rock, Reggae and Latin rhythms had everyone on their feet. I requested my absentee ballot right there at the concert in between clapping and singing along to songs about shelter for immigrants, an end to gun violence, and most importantly, the unified voice of compassion…
…the Eljuri Concerts for Democracy initiative is all about representation. As an immigrant and a Latina, if she can get up on stage and say that she’s voting in this year’s election, then other Latinos and immigrants in the audience will see that their voices matter too. In that way, her individual act of creating representation allows her audiences to claim their rightful systemic representation in our government.
Read more here from Paige Menneci, Music to Life, Communications Manager & Programs Associate,
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The Center for Artistic Activism: Art for the Polls is Underway →
We’re partnering with People for the American Way Foundation to give artists mobilizing voters in their communities
Eljuri Concerts for Democracy; a live performance series led by acclaimed musician Eljuri. Bilingual songs inspire multigenerational crowds from underrepresented Latinx communities. Eljuri is singing and inspiring voters across New York, Illinois, and Pennsylvania.
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Noticia Long Island: Eljuri Conciertos por la Democracia →
Concierto GRATUITO en el Centro Comunitario de Círculo de la Hispanidad, Hempstead, Long Island
La guitarrista, cantante, compositora y ‘artivista’ neoyorquina Eljuri llevara su iniciativa musical para registrar a votantes en un concierto en vivo y reunión comunitaria centrada en alentar a la audiencia a encontrar y utilizar sus voces para el cambio positivo, y, lo más crítico, a registrarse y votar en las elecciones de este año.
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Long Island Herald: Hispanic Heritage Month will begin in Long Beach with a sky full of color→
Each year, the United States celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month. Half of September and half of October are dedicated to recognizing the rich histories, diverse cultures and notable contributions of American citizens with ancestral roots in Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South America, and Spain.
The festivities begin this weekend. As in past years, the Long Beach Latino Civic Association will host a number of events that will draw people from across Nassau County to the celebration, whether they are Hispanic or not.
There will be a free concert, featuring Eljuri, at the Círculo Center, at 605 Peninsula Blvd. in Hempstead, on Sept. 21, from 2 to 5 p.m.
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Cultured Focus Magazine: ACTIVISM FEATURE Eljuri Concerts For Democracy: Leading Social Change →
Eljuri is not just another artist; she's an artivist on a mission to amplify voices and lead social change. Her groundbreaking music initiative, "Eljuri Concerts for Democracy," is not just another concert series. It's a powerful platform that harnesses the universal language of music to ignite conversations, inspire action, and drive meaningful societal transformation.
As an artivist, Eljuri understands the unique power of music to transcend barriers and touch hearts. Through her concerts, she creates a space where art and activism converge, allowing audiences to not only enjoy soul-stirring performances but also engage with pressing social issues. Each event becomes a catalyst for change, encouraging attendees to reflect, discuss, and take action on matters that affect their communities and the world at large.
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LCLAA Podcast: El Cafecito del Dia: Habla con Eljuri →
El Cafecito del Día invites you to sit down and enjoy El Cafecito del Día (a coffee break) a space to share stories, amplify our voices, and foster a sense of community within the broader context of the labor movement.
Through interviews and engaging storytelling like Eljuri presents in this episode, El Cafecito del Día contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of the social, economic, and cultural factors that shape the Latino experience within the workforce. Presented by the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement (LCLAA).
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HablArte! Podcast: Episode 9 • Eljuri Concerts for Democracy at the Levitt VIBE Belmont Cragin Music Series →
New York based Latina singer-songwriter is taking her new tour Eljuri Concerts for Democracy: Amplifying voices for social change on the road. This series is a voter awareness and registration initiative in partnership with HeadCount, Every Vote Counts and Spread the Vote.
Eljuri headlines the launch concert Saturday July 13, 2024 as a part of the Levitt VIBE: Belmont Cragin Music Series.
Listen here to the exclusive interview of Eljuri by host James Klein…
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Paradigms Podcast: Eljuri Concerts for Democracy →
Eljuri returns to Paradigms to talk about her free Concerts for Democracy starting July 13 in Riis Park, Chicago, produced by the International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago and presented by the Levitt Foundation… She s a person of conscience and integrity, and her music reflects that.
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La Raza: La cantautora Eljuri se presenta en el Riis Park de Belmont Cragin →
La reconocida cantautora latina Cecilia Villar Eljuri llega a Chicago y se presentará en el escenario de Riis Park el 13 de julio, como parte de la temporada inaugural de la serie musical Levitt VIBE en Belmont Cragin. Este concierto es promovido por el International Latino Cultural Center (ILCC) y la Fundación Levitt.
El concierto forma parte de los ‘Conciertos por la Democracia de Eljuri: Amplificando Voces para el Cambio Social’, una serie de presentaciones y talleres en vivo que buscan ayudar a la audiencia a encontrar y utilizar su voz para lograr cambios positivos. El objetivo de este proyecto es unir, inspirar y empoderar a las comunidades a través del poder de la música en vivo.
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Cultured Focus Magazine: Eljuri Concerts For Democracy To Lead Social Change Campaign Kicks Off In Chicago →
Eljuri's upcoming U.S. tour is more than just a series of concerts; it's a powerful movement designed to inspire and empower audiences across the nation. This groundbreaking project combines electrifying live performances with interactive workshops, creating a unique platform for personal growth and civic engagement.
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HeadCount: Eljuri named Ambassador →
Eljuri has partnered with Headcount because of our shared values. Together, at the Eljuri Concerts for Democracy, we aim to use the power of music and popular culture to register voters and promote participation in democracy. We are reaching young people where they already are to inform and empower them, in english and in spanish.
HeadCount stages nonpartisan voter registration drives at live events and collaborate with cultural leaders like Eljuri to promote civic engagement on a national scale.
HeadCount has recently built their entire website in spanish. Visita aquí
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Fractured Atlas: Eljuri Concerts for Democracy Offered Fiscal Sponsorship →
Fractured Atlas catalyzes creatives like Eljuri providing tools and guidance so that artists can thrive, fully.
Fractured Atlas will fund Eljuri’s work using their tools, resources, and know-how and serve as the Eljuri Concerts for Democracy’s fiscal sponsor allowing Eljuri to collect tax deductible donations via Fractured Atlas.
Learn more about and Donate to the Eljuri Concerts for Democracy here…
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Music to Life: Eljuri selected as Juried Artist →
Eljuri was selected as a Music to Life Juried Artist as a talented, socially conscious musician and educator. Music to Life helped her build her entrepreneurial skills as a change agent, secure funding for her music-driven civic engagement project, Eljuri Concerts for Democracy: Amplifying Voices for Social Change.
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Lancashire Post: Festival is Music to the Ears →
Lancaster is gearing up for one of its busiest times of the year – the city’s Music Festival which runs from October 12-15, 2023. It is one of the UK’s largest city and grassroots music festivals, now in its 13th year. Venues will be overflowing with music lovers soaking up sounds, beats and harmonies from around the district and the world.
From the Scottish, Balkan folk fusion sound of Blue Giant Orkestar and the Latin rock of Eljuri from Ecuador and New York, to Manchester punk band, Loose Articles; Austrian indie beatboxers, Uptown Monotones and the Gazelleband’s Middle Eastern oud and buzuq music, the festival continues to present Lancaster audiences with an eclectic choice.
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Beyond Radio Hosts Eljuri and the Market Square Stage for Lancaster Music Festival →
For 2023, the festival will be hosting more out of town grassroots and emerging acts than in recent years.
From the Scottish, Balkan folk fusion sound of Blue Giant Orkestar and the Latin rock of Eljuri from Ecuador and New York, to Manchester punk band, Loose Articles; Austrian indie beatboxers, Uptown Monotones (pictured) and the Gazelleband’s Middle Eastern oud and buzuq music, the festival continues to present Lancaster audiences with an eclectic choice.
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Festival Info Netherlands: Eljuri Reflexión **** Review →
“Eljuri has a completely unique sound. Very nicely done… Reflexión turns out to be a surprising album that sometimes swings nicely and sometimes rocks hard.” ****
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Lancaster Music Festival: 2023 Top Picks →
LANCASTER MUSIC FESTIVAL is one of the UK’s largest urban music festivals. The grassroots festival celebrates the wonderful diversity and quality of musicians in the local area whilst also inviting international acts. With performances from more than 300 artists the festival promises there will be something for everyone to enjoy, no matter what age or musical taste. Let the music play.
Here are the acts that the LMF team has chosen as their top picks, including Eljuri as number 2!
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Camiel Music: Eljuri at Conincx Pop →
“This musician of international allure (American, born in Ecuador, her father is Spanish, her mother Lebanese) knows how to display class in no time. She on guitar and assisted on bass and drums. That's it! They know how to give off a lot of energy and power to the audience and that is more than admirable. Eljuri herself on guitar, wow! …”
Read the entire LIVE performance review in native Dutch here…
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El Diario NY: El Festival Loisaida se toma las calles este domingo →
“Las actuaciones en el escenario principal comenzarán a la 1:00 pm con el trío de power rock Cecilia Villar Eljuri, una aclamada multiinstrumentista cuyas melodías hipnóticas están influenciadas por las culturas y los países en los que se crió, incluidos España, Líbano, Ecuador y los Estados Unidos.”
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New York Latin Culture Magazine: Loisaida Festival 2023 Kicks Off Summer in Alphabet City →
“The main stage is on Avenue C at 12th St. There’s lots to see.
David “DASO” Soto hosts while DJ Andre “Redstar” Cirilo spins.
Cecilia Villar Eljuri plays her personal blend of Spanish, Lebanese, Ecuadorian and American music.”
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The Sanctuary for Independent Media: “Rooted in Independent Media, Growing Toward a Just Future” →
Two amazing Latinx artists, Taína Asili and Eljuri were reunited on the Sanctuary stage for the first night of a weekend celebration.
We kicked off our Pay it Forward campaign on April 21, 2023 with an amazing concert, and a talk by Amy Goodman of Democracy Now! More than 100 people came out to dance, and share food and conversation in celebration!
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Conincx Pop Festival: 2023 Line Up Announced →
Cecilia Villar Eljuri prefers to call herself a worldbeat rocker. And she doesn't do that without reason. Anyone who takes a look at her personal history cannot really be surprised that the musical sources of inspiration of the singer / guitarist are limitless. She was born in Ecuador, her father is Spanish, her mother is Lebanese. Eljuri was barely able to walk when she moved to New York with her parents. In her first tapes she mainly wrote and sang in English, nowadays also mainly in Spanish. At first she seemed destined for the piano, but at the age of thirteen she turned to the guitar and never put that instrument aside again. She took lessons for the piano, and she taught herself how to play the guitar. Although she also learned a lot from none other than Jeff Buckley, a family friend, with whom she often strummed together as a young girl. Buckley is not the only big name she says she was inspired by: Jimmy Page, David Gilmour, Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix and of course Carlos Santana. Cecilia Villar Eljuri can now count herself among the international toppers among contemporary Latin guitarists. But it's not just Latin that matters to Eljuri, her musical melting pot also includes rock, funk, reggae, dance and sounds from the Middle East. She just likes to explore all styles, she said herself about the versatility of her music in an interview following her latest album Reflexión.
One thing is certain: you will automatically move along to the hypnotic sound of Eljuri. Standing still is absolutely impossible, so don't try. Loosen up your hips and let yourself be carried away on a fascinating musical journey around the world.
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Variety: How New York City Is Leading Change for Women in Music →
Equal opportunity and visibility for women in the music industry continue to be a problem. Despite a few high-profile signs of progress, there continues to be discouraging data that shows a lot of work must be done to close the gender gap.
Key to the program’s success are publicprivate partnerships. Sound Thinking NYC’s partners include business, educational and cultural organizations like Downtown, Universal Music Publishing Group, the National Jazz Museum in Harlem and the Feirstein Graduate School of Cinema at CUNY’s Brooklyn College. Artists have also lent their perspective and expertise – the likes of Top Latina guitarist and singer-songwriter Cecilia Villar Eljuri, New York’s leading “Trumpet Lady” and Billboard Chart topper Syreeta Thompson, Dave Grohl, and David Byrne, along with the cast of “Utopia,” have helped provide programming.”
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Gitarist: Europees live debuut Eljuri in Nederland →
Gitarist no. 385, april 2023
50 jaar Queen vieren we met een groot Brian May interview! Aan de hand van zes Queen-albums blikt hij terug op de carrière van de onverminderd populaire Britse band.
Wat als Carlos Santana een vrouw was en aan de oostkust van de Verenigde Staten begon in plaats van de westkust? Dan is de kans groot dat zijn muziek had geklonken zoals 'Reflexión', het nieuwe album van Cecilia Villar Eljuri.
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Printversie hier…english translation:
European live debut Eljuri in the Netherlands: REFLEXIÓN
What if Carlos Santana was a woman and started on the East Coast of the United States instead of the West Coast? Then chances are his music would have sounded like 'Reflexión', the new album by Cecilia Villar Eljuri.
The singer and guitarist was born in Ecuador and moved to New York with her parents at a young age. Just like Santana's best work, 'Reflexión' shows an exciting mix of rock and Latin, although Eljuri sounds a lot more modern due to emphatic funk and hip-hop influences. Eljuri has an endorsement with Gibson and shows that the brand's guitars are much better suited for funky rhythm guitar work than many people think.
There's plenty of flaming lead guitar work on 'Reflexión', but Eljuri knows very well when a more supporting role is desired. Especially the interplay with bassist Winston Roye is of great class.
At the beginning of April, Eljuri will play her first ever European shows, both of which will take place in the Netherlands. Her European live debut will be on Thursday 6 April at the Patronaat in Haarlem. Three days later, on Sunday afternoon 9 April, it is the turn of the Thiemeloods in Amersfoort. Tickets for the shows are available on the websites of the venues.
Guitarist 385, April 2023 celebrating 50 years of Queen with a great Brian May interview! On the basis of six Queen albums, he looks back at the career of the undiminished popular British band.
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Written In Music: Sterke optredens van Eljuri in Haarlem en Nijmegen →
Translation from the original Dutch:
Strong performances by Eljuri in Haarlem and Nijmegen
Eljuri deserves more attention from Dutch music lovers because of the quality of her music and her very good guitar playing. She calls herself a World Beat Rocker. Her multicultural musical odyssey is a special mix of Latin, rock, reggae and funk.
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De Muziekplank: Eljuri Reflexión Album Review →
by Corne van Groenedaal
Eljuri is a citizen of the world with a unique style of Funk, Latin and Rock.
She has lived in New York almost all her life and calls herself a real immigrant. With a Spanish father and a Lebanese, born in Ecuador and largely raised in New York, Cecilia Villar Eljuri is truly a citizen of the world. The latter album is characterized by the specific sound of Eljuri, a combination of Funk, Latin and Rock in which she performs songs in both Spanish and English.”
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Bravo Revista: Eljuri: una mujer que canta para levantar la voz alrededor del mundo →
entrevista exclusiva con Eljuri por periodista Ximena Hernández
Además de ser una gran cantante y compositora, es una de las mejores guitarristas latinas del mundo… Su estilo personal de guitarra está influenciado por grandes como Jimmy Page, David Gilmour, Carlos Santana, Nancy Wilson, BB King y Bonnie Raitt….
Eljuri es una mujer con muchas influencias, y canta para conectar con la demás gente que la escucha alrededor del mundo; ella cree que el mundo sería un lugar mejor si en vez de pelear por nuestras diferencias las celebremos.
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Artistic Echoes: Hot Half Dozen →
Eljuri’s new #VibeVideo ‘No Puedo Cruzar’ - “Wow. Eljuri has hit another home run. The horns, the Latin beat, the message- and most of all the mystery and the urgency she put into this song. It is so many things at once and she brings them all together in a 4 min earworm.”
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Mega Media: Gitaar legende Eljuri komt voor 2 shows naar Nederland →
“Eljuri is een van de beste Latina gitaristen van de wereld. Ze wordt in verschillende recensies vergeleken met grootheden zoals Carlos Santana, Jimmy Page, Eric Clapton en Jimi Hendrix. Ze heeft dan ook al verschillende prijzen in de wacht gesleept, als gitariste en ook als songwriter.” – Mega Media, Nederland
Read more in the original Dutch…
Guitar Legend Eljuri Comes for Two Shows in the Netherlands → ‘Eljuri is one of the best Latina guitarists in the world. She has been compared in several reviews to greats such as Carlos Santana, Jimmy Page, Eric Clapton and Jimi Hendrix. She has already won several prizes, as a guitarist and also as a songwriter.’
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Luminous Dash: Eljuri - No Puedo Cruzar →
"Cecilia Villar Eljuri, who was born in Ecuador, and comes and lives everywhere, in all corners of this sphere, and especially lets the summer in from all those corners." –Hans Verhoeven, Luminous Dash, Belgium
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Indie AM: Eljuri presenta su nuevo video de vibra, No Puedo Cruzar →
“El musicólogo e historiador del reggae Dermot Hussey bautizó las composiciones reggae de Eljuri como ‘roots reggae’ y “No puedo cruzar” es la última incorporación a esa larga lista de la artista. Esta canción subraya el valor y la importancia de la paciencia, el respeto y la tolerancia. La inspiración de Eljuri fue la actual crisis a la que se enfrentan los inmigrantes y solicitantes de asilo que intentan llegar a Estados Unidos.”
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Nativo Rock: Eljuri presenta su nuevo video→
"Cuando nos encontramos en un atolladero en la vida se nos presenta una prueba. Mantén la esperanza, sé paciente y al final la 'marea' irá en tu favor". – Cecilia Villar Eljuri
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Illustrate Magazine: Exclusive Interview with Eljuri →
“My sound is a blend of my background as a Latina growing up in NYC. Key elements of my music include latin, reggae and world beat rhythms fused with elements of rock, funk and punk. I’m known for my songs that have socially conscious lyrics supported by powerful vocals and soaring guitar solos.”
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The World Music Show: Best of World Music - 2022 →
featured track: Eljuri ‘Feeds You’
Ecuadorian/New York rocker is fierce–fierce in her vocals, her lyrics and in her guitar playing. This track is from her fine album “Reflexión’. If you like her style, then do a search here on VPM for my interview with her.
Read about the #2022TopWorldMusic here…
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Musiczine, an update of the Belgian and international scene: Reflexión →
“An exciting, top-produced and cheerful mix of rock, Latin and funk. Latin American music combined with a rock concept in a very ingenious way… her razor-sharp guitar sound is complemented by Latin American influences.” ****
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LATV: Sin City Series featuring Eljuri →
Eljuri performed her songs ‘Por Ti’ and ‘Shelter’ off of her new album ‘Reflexión’ on her acoustic guitar in studio for the LATV Sin City Sessions during 2022 Latin Grammy Week.
Watch a behind the scenes video of her performance of ‘Por Ti’ here…
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Global Village Top 40: Eljuri Reflexión #5 →
DJ Chris Heim from Global Village on NPR Mjusic KMUW 89.1FM in Wichitaw, KS selects her Top 40 World Music Albums. Eljuri comes in at number 5!
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Local Motion: Eljuri in Conversation with Rita Ryan →
Eljuri in deep conversation on Local Motion on 91.3 WVKR hosted by Rita Ryan. Eljuri discusses the inspiration behind her recording of ‘Reflexión’ at The Clubhouse in the Upper Hudson Valley New York and the trajectory of her career leading up to this latest project.
Listen to the whole ‘this is your life’ type interview between two change making women here…
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Reventon y Mas: 2022 Latin Grammys in Las Vegas →
¡PRESENTE! Diversidad En La Música Latina // Anuncia La Alineación Oficial de Talentos. RYM Entertainment on ROKU entrevista con Eljuri y la transmisión de sus videos musicales para sus canciones 'Espejo' y 'Salva La Tierra' durante el Latin Grammy / Latin Music Week en Las Vegas, NV.
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Saiid Zeidan: Reflexion (Original Album) By Eljuri →
“Now, this is the beauty of having an artist come from different cultures. I’ve probably never seen anyone achieve what ElJuri perfected in her latest album, and I need you to understand how much skill and talent it takes to have such a harmonious production. Get ready for an unforgettable experience with “Reflexion”, the latest album by Eljuri that’ll capture your heart and soul!”
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Find No Enemy - Tunes for Moods: Eljuri Reflexión →
“The delightful record from internationally renowned Latin guitarist Eljuri is such an unavoidable good time no matter the hour. . . It’s simply loaded from back to front with so much fun, the kind that has you just entirely and completely in enjoyment from end to end. . . The guitar work is beyond exemplary, constantly innovative and ridiculously fun from back to front. If you find yourself bored even once, seek help.”
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Orange Flag Music: Eljuri Reflexión →
“The Ecuadorian musician Eljuri knows how to hit just the right strings with her new fifth solo record to put you in warm moods.
… Reflexión is an album that inspires and showcases the best of Latin music. To be honest, I'm not very familiar with this genre, but I'm sure I enjoy listening to this record. It is all pleasant to the ear, you can dance away with it and it has a warm temperament. Like yes, a good Latin record should be.
So Eljuri knows how to impress enough with Reflexión and I advise you to give this record a listen. If you like South America and the Spanish language, you will end up in a warm bath. But even if you don't like this kind of music I can still recommend it. The music has no boundaries in that respect and every music lover would appreciate this. The Netherlands – Ecuador so quickly forgotten, this record Reflexión by Eljuri is anything but.”
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InfoMusic: Eljuri Nous Plonge Une Nouvelle Fois Dans Une Ambiance Latine Avec Son Nouvelle Album Original Reflexion →
“Pour tous les amateurs de bonne musique, votre rendez-vous musical est sur Info Music avec « Reflexion » de Eljuri. . . Nous vous recommandons d’écouter ce chef-œuvre polyvalent en rythme.”
[“For all lovers of good music, your musical rendezvous is on Info Music with “Reflexion” by Eljuri… We recommend listening to this versatile masterpiece“]
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EDMRekords: Reflexion (Original Album) By Eljuri →
“‘Reflexion’ is an album that’ll take you on the journey of life. This masterpiece of production has taken an unimaginable amount of time to flawlessly translate Eljuri’s emotions into lyrics. . . The album is bound to connect to fans flawlessly with its breathtaking instrumental harmony and incredible vocal performance!”
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Songlines Magazine: Latin Star Goes All In On Rock Heavy Offering →
“She writes tight, concise songs, sings them distinctively… and plays a razor-sharp guitar… the energy she generates can be positively breathtaking. Cecilia Villar Eljuri is not an artist to be ignored.”
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Vents Magazine: Reflexión, album by Eljuri →
“Now the full album is out and it will blow you away. Eljuri is one of a kind, one of the best guitarists in the world, with an unbelievably deft hand at songwriting and composing. You can get high or get down on the 12 songs on this album. She does it all.”
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TJPL News: Eljuri’s newest studio album, Reflexion is a Latin guitar powerhouse →
“Eljuri’s newest studio album, Reflexion is a Latin guitar powerhouse, mixing modern instrumentals and textures with classical compositions and beats, Eljuri has created a masterful blend of fresh new rock and classic easy-listening instrumentals. Standing loud and proud on the album are Eljuri’s melodic guitar solos, never over-done or flashy, they capture the essence of the song and feel as if they are a continuation of the lyrics. With huge influence from jazz, classic rock, Bossanova bands and classical guitar pieces, this modern outfitted album delivers at every turn.”
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IndieOClock Brazil: Eljuri releases new album with classic rock influences "Reflexión" →
“The new Eljuri album is versatile, sensational with the adopted style, the rescue of classic rock and psychedelia, along with pop and synthesizers in some songs, it is captivating and contagious.”
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Banana Media MX: «LA VOZ» de Eljuri, más latina que nunca →
“La voz” es el nuevo sencillo de Eljuri, el cual forma parte de su próximo álbum y que se estrenará en el mes de septiembre.
La cantante ecuatoriana muestra su faceta más latina, utilizando bases de la música afrocubana que bailaba con su padre en la sala de su casa.
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Paradigms: New Record “Reflexión” →
Eljuri is known for her guitar playing…she shreds it…and her powerfully optimistic songs about people and society. The music rocks and the songs inspire.
This new record Reflexión is Eljuri at the top of her game, bringing life energy through our current challenges of Covid and political madness. And let us not forget the band, Alex Alexander on drums and percussion, Winston Roye on bass, and Teese Gohl on piano, Jenny Hill on tenor sax, Pam Fleming on trumpet, and Buford O’Sullivan on trombone.
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Heraldo: Estado de Mexico: Música: Eljuri encabeza The Ladybug Music Festival →
Eljuri se ha caracterizado a lo largo de su carrera por ser puntual en los temas ambientalistas, y es que en discos anteriores nos ha compartido algunas canciones que hacen notar su conciencia ambiental y su necesidad permanente de usar su voz como un megáfono que nos resuene constantemente, sobre temas de alta relevancia.
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Actitud Alterna: Eljuri Encabeza The Ladybug Music Festival En Milford, Y Sigue Promocionando Su Más Reciente Sencillo «Salva La Tierra» →
En este rock de melodía seductora y letra contundente Eljuri no quita el dedo del renglón, pues desde discos anteriores nos ha compartido algunas canciones que hacen notar su conciencia ambiental y su necesidad permanente de usar su voz como un megáfono que nos resuene constantemente, sobre temas de alta relevancia.
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MIlford LIVE: Ladybug Music Festival Spotlight: Eljuri →
As a female artist, Eljuri has seen first-hand the challenges that face women in the music industry.
“You know, the issue is really that a lot of talent buyers are men and they tend to choose male-led bands,” Eljuri said. “So, the fact that Gable Ventures is so progressive and brave to do 100 percent women in the lineup is something I greatly admire. Being a big Latin artist, it’s rare that gender equity issue is on the table. I do feel it’s not just talent buyers, but there’s also just everything, the stagehands, the engineers, the talent, the people running the show, we need to get more women in there.”
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Be Latina: Iconic Latina Artist Eljuri Gives Us a Taste of Her Long-Awaited Fifth Studio Album →
When it comes to cultural intersections, no one epitomizes them better than iconic Latina artist Eljuri.
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Setlist MX: Eljuri se ha estreado «Salva la Tierra» junto a un video lyric animado →
En este rock de melodía seductora y letra contundente Eljuri no quita el dedo del renglón, pues desde discos anteriores nos ha compartido algunas canciones que hacen notar su conciencia ambiental y su necesidad permanente de usar su voz como un megáfono que nos resuene constantemente, sobre temas de alta relevancia.
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Bravo Revista «Salva la Tierra» el nuevo sencillo de Eljuri →
En este nuevo sencillo de Eljuri somos acompañados minuto a minuto con una guitarra funkie que nos regala el ritmo perfecto para poder tener un gran momento, esta guitarra acompañada de una batería con un poderoso bombo y platillos suaves crean una atmósfera de tonalidades alegres.
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Artistic Echoes: Hot Half Dozen →
Espejo, single by Eljuri. Another grand slam from the queen of guitar. First song released from her upcoming album Reflexion. Funk at its best with hooks a plenty and stratospheric guitar riffs that only she can do.
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Banana Media: «Espejo»: un nuevo y reflexivo sencillo de Eljuri (entrevista) →
Este increíble single, ‘Espejo’ también tendrá un video documental que se estrenará la próxima semana el 24 de junio y ya se encuentra programado en YouTube con cuenta regresiva, así que vayan y activen su notificación de recordatorio porque no pueden perderse de esta producción.
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UABC Radio: Trayectoria Musical: Eljuri nos cuenta sobre su proyecto →
Algunos especialistas la han comparado, positivamente, con Carlos Santana por su base rítmica y la destreza que tiene con la guitarra.
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mis conciertos mx: ELJURI ESTA DE REGRESO CON UNA REFLEXIÓN MUSICAL Y LO ADELANTA EN UNA PRESENTACIÓN EN EIMIM →
Para esta canción, ‘Espejo’ Eljuri trabajó con una paleta de guitarras, que dan diversos colores sónicos con los que logra una mezcla de matices funks que van de los de raíz a los muy frescos con armonias contemporáneas.
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II Encuentro Iberoamericano de mujeres en la industria musical 2022 →
El Encuentro Iberoamericano de Mujeres en la Industria Musical (EIMIM), es un colectivo que reúne a la cadena de valor de la industria musical en una cita marcada por la sinergia, con el que se pretende crear un espacio de reflexión y de reconocimiento a la gran aportación de las mujeres a la industria musical.
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La Jornada: Mujeres analizarán la problemática de la industria musical en Iberoamérica →
Mañana, viernes 3 de junio, comenzará en Chile y México el segundo Encuentro Iberoamericano de Mujeres en la Industria Musical (EIMIM), mediante el cual se busca crear un espacio de reflexión y de reconocimiento para ellas por sus aportaciones en dicho ámbito.
El encuentro reunirá a profesionales de Cuba, España, Perú, Paraguay, Argentina, Panamá, Estados Unidos, Colombia y Canadá, entre otros países.
Artistas que subirán al escenario son Paz Mera, Tania Melo, Renee Goust, Renee Mooi, Sol Pereyra y Eljuri.
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ELLA ES: ELJURI →
Una de las artistas que durante esta década ha obtenido un lugar importante en el escenario musical, es Eljuri, guitarrista que no pocos han llamado por su estilo en la guitarra, "la heredera de Santana", con una obra musical donde no hay límites creativos.
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VPM: The World Music Show: Activism In World Music - A Conservation With Eljuri →
For Women’s History Month The World Music Show decided to feature some amazing female musicians who are dedicated to battling issues of social injustice through their music and social actions.
According to DJ Ian Stewart, the host of The World Music Show, “our conversation was a long time coming. I received her first solo CD “En Paz,” years ago. I was immediately captivated by her powerful voice, which is only matched by her powerful guitar playing--something I learned she’s well known for.”
Tune in weekly on Saturdays at 6pm ET for music that skips around the continents in search of modern (and classic) beats with the hopes of bringing the world closer together at vpm.org/listen/world-music-show or over the air radio signal at 88.9 FM WCVE, Richmond, VA.
Read about and listen to the complete unedited interview with Eljuri here…
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Guitar Girl Magazine: Tone Talk with Cecilia Villar Eljuri →
Read all about Eljuri’s favorite guitars, gear and the sound behind the Eljuri tone…
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Women of Rock Oral History Project: Eljuri →
Don't miss the opportunity to hear in-depth #ThisIsYourLife type interviews collected by Tanya Pearson who conceptualized and realized this monumental historical project for Women in Rock. Cecilia Villar Eljuri was very honored to be included along with other great musicians like: Shirley Manson of Garbage, Pat Place of Bush Tetras and Nina Gordon & Louise Post of Veruca Salt. Definitely check out the entire Oral History project and the video interviews at: womenofrock.org
The Women of Rock Oral History Project is a collection of digital interviews and written transcripts housed at the Sophia Smith Collection at Smith College, documenting the lives and careers of women in rock music, focusing primarily on artists who have been left out of the popular rock narrative.
Watch the full ELJURI interview by Tanya Pearson, filmed by Jen Dessinger and Piper Preston, edited by Tanya Pearson here…
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NPR: Alt-Latino: Our Favorite Latin Songs This Week →
“Cecilia Villar Eljuri is one of my favorite guitarists of any era. Her playing is always vibrant and full of life and her solos reveal her influences but are also always of her own distinct voice…” –Felix Contreras, NPR, Alt.Latino