Free Music Alert

If you think nothing in life is free, think again. Indie imprint Nacional Records is giving away a bunch of mp3s for your listening pleasure. Since 2004, the label has gathered an amazing roster of legendary musicians, such as Colombian rockeros Aterciopelados, Argentine legends Los Fabulosos Cadillacs and global phenom Manu Chao, as well as up-and-comers like DJ Latin Bitman, Mexican Institute of Sound and Spanish electro act The Pinker Tones.

In a recent interview, the label’s founder, Tomas Cookman, elaborated on his mission: “I have faith in the power of good music and feel that the audiences are growing and still getting defined. We are doing a combination of breaking certain taboos for some and opening ears to new sounds that may have felt "foreign" in the past.” In an effort to help spread the word, here are 21 Latin alternative tracks you need to download—gratis!