Few people would believe me whenever I tell them that underground culture constitutes a really big part of the Spanish cultural life. Whether it’s always been this good, or at some point some bands were very much copycats of international trends, could be subject of a nice (and rather long) debate. But what’s clear to me is that the country has produced countless underground artists whose work cannot be easily pulled apart from their roots. Here are ten Spanish records, released in the last two years, that show how effervescent and exciting the scene is right now. If you happen to be in Spain for one of our many amazing festivals, you might want to give them a try!

10. Los Planetas – Dobles Fatigas EP Los Planetas are the quintessential alternative band from Spain, they’ve been releasing music since 1993’s Medusa EP and have become the voice of several generations of youngsters (and not-so-youngsters). Their status as the most important underground band of all time in Spain is not stopping them from releasing amazing music every few years. Their last release, Dobles Fatigas, proves them in perfect shape. If Flamenco-Space Rock doesn’t sound like a possible genre to you, you have to give it a listen right now.