The Last Mixed Tape

Rosalía’s Lux tour is being described as something more than a concert. In this episode, we explore why. From her early work in flamenco to the global success of Motomami and now Lux, Rosalía has built a career on blending tradition with modern pop without ever losing the cultural identity at the centre of her music.

But with the Lux tour, that idea evolves further. Structured more like a piece of performance art than a traditional live show, it moves between ballet, electronic music, religious symbolism, and club culture, presenting multiple versions of Rosalía in real time.

So what does that say about pop music today? And why are artists like Rosalía, alongside names like Charli XCX, Billie Eilish, and SZA, finding audiences by becoming more specific not less? This episode of The Last Mixed Tape looks at identity, culture, and what happens when local tradition meets global pop—and refuses to disappear.

The Last Mixed Tape is hosted by Stephen White, and is also available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.