Formed in 2019 on the island of Chiloé, Grupo Manzanar blends the traditions of
southern Chile with their own fresh approach to folk music. With roots in cueca,
romantic song, and chilote melodies, the group has built a reputation for
honoring heritage while making it accessible to new audiences. The lineup
features Katherine Carrasco (vocals, pandero), Nelson Castro (guitar, vocals),
Gonzalo Bermúdez (bass, vocals, arrangements), Cristian Cuitiño (harp,
accordion, vocals, and group director), and Maximiliano Cuitiño (strings, harp).
Their breakout track, “Enamorados” (2021), hig...