Carín León Releases Eclectic New Album ‘Muda’, Featuring Collaborations with Juanes and Rawayana

Carín León releases Muda today (May 7), an album with which the Mexican music superstar has said is closing a creative chapter where he ventured into experimenting with other rhythms, even taking risks in his quest for artistic evolution. Released under Socios Music/Virgin Music Group/Island Records, the 14-track set spans genres and styles, from ska and soul to norteño and salsa, showcasing his well-known versatility.

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“ Muda is the representation of my unfulfilled musical desires, what I still needed to do,” the 36-year-old singer said on Tuesday (May 5) during a press conference in Mexico City. He added that he also fulfilled a dream by collaborating with Juanes and Rawayana. With the Colombian rocker, he recorded “Carranga,” a track that blends the cultures of their respective countries. With the Venezuelan trip-pop band, he presents “Bingo,” a lively salsa track.

The LP also includes previously released singles like “La Buena,” in the regional Mexican genre, and “Ruca,” where he surprised fans with a disco music vibe.

As for the album title, León explained that Muda (Spanish for silent but also for change of clothes) has multiple meanings: “It refers to Hermosillo because of the silent ‘h’,” he said. “It also relates to shedding or a change of skin. And it ties into the mouth, a symbol I’ve been using in my previous albums Palabra De Tos , Colmillo de Leche and Boca Chueca .”

Known for hits such as “Primera Cita,” “Te Lo Agradezco” and “Según Quién,” León is set to kick off his North American tour, De Sonora Para El Mundo, on May 20 in Hidalgo, Texas. The 40-date trek includes seven shows at The Sphere in Las Vegas, marking a historic milestone for Latin music.

Below, we present the tracks from Muda — one by one. Listen to the full album on Spotify (starting at 8:00 p.m. ET).

_Originally reported by [Billboard](https://www.billboard.com/lists/carin-leon-new-album-muda-track-by-track/)._