Jorge Reyes

This mysterious multi-instrumentalist channels the rich cultural legacy and storied past of his native Mexico alongside formative years spent performing in progressive rock ensembles across the southern border. Residing now in Mexico City, Reyes weaves flute, pre-Columbian artifacts, and percussion together with synthesizers and vocals, generating an atmosphere charged with ceremonial force. Echoes of the country's torrid and untamed heritage infuse his work with an ominous edge that can repel the uninitiated, yet intrepid audiences discover much to value in its vivid conjuring of dense rainforests, prowling jaguars, and ancient Aztec ceremonies. Although locating his recordings often proves challenging, the majority of those issued abroad justify the added pursuit and cost.