Angelica Garcia - “Jícama"

SXSW 2020 - OEB Score: 9; Popularity Index: 4

Pairs Well With…Tune-Yards, Jade Bird, Jain

Grooving, off-kilter rhythms and melodies define Angelica Garcia’s excellent recent material, fusion pop loaded with infectious, rooted hooks. Her latest is “Jícama", a reflection on Mexican and American identities intermingling, smartly matching lyrics and musical direction both in theme and progression. The California-based artist continues to show growth from her folk to alt rock roots, building with a “yes and” attitude and poignant, thoughtful and energized songwriting. Look out for Garcia to be a breakout artist in 2020 if she continues to deliver such inspiring material. (Kevin McStravick)

2018 Review: If 2018 single “Karma the Knife” is a guidepost of where Angelica Garcia is heading next, the former chamber folk/indie pop artist is about to take a sharp left turn. A percussive bop, “Karma the Knife” is playful and pointed, more punk and hip hop than pastoral, Laurel Canyon airs. It’s one of the more infectious tracks from the early SXSW announced artists, layered, danceable roots grooves overflowing with personality.