Sudamericano is a musical journey across the rich and diverse landscapes of South America. From the high Andes to the rivers of the Río de la Plata, from the arid north to Patagonia’s lush forests, Leonardo Andersen captures the continent’s cultural and geographical variety through the expressive language of the guitar. The album blends indigenous, European, and African musical traditions, reflecting South America’s vibrant and evolving heritage.

The album explores a wide range of genres and rhythms: Andean huaynos and Afro-Peruvian landós, the introspective vidalas and romantic zambas of northern Argentina, energetic chacareras, and festive bailecito and candombe patterns. Andersen’s interpretations honor the roots of these forms while adding contemporary harmonic and rhythmic elements, giving each piece a fresh, modern voice.

In addition to folk traditions, Sudamericano embraces tango and milonga, conveying themes of longing, displacement, and the search for home. Tracks like Lejos de casa and Milonga del que vuelve evoke the emotional depth of the Río de la Plata region, blending melancholy with hope, while pieces inspired by Patagonia and the rivers of northeastern Argentina capture the force and beauty of the continent’s landscapes.

With Sudamericano, Andersen invites listeners on a reflective and immersive journey, where tradition and innovation meet. The guitar becomes both storyteller and traveler, guiding us through the continent’s history, landscapes, and emotions, and offering a vivid portrait of South America’s living musical heritage.