Gareth - thank you so much for asking me to share my Spanish-learning experiences!
And, if I may, two very Asturias-centric recommendations: first, La Regenta, by Clarin, considered the premiere Spanish novel of the 19th century. It takes place in a city called Vetusta, which is a very thinly-disguised Oviedo. It was considered highly scandalous when it was published - in fact, had to be published in Barcelona because no publisher in Oviedo would touch it.
Second, the music of Melendi - one of the most popular singers in Spain (born and raised in Asturias). I love his music and his vibe!
Thanks for contributing Erika! And reader recommendations are always welcome - I’d like this to become a place where we can all shares advice and suggestions between our little community, not just me on transmit mode!
As for Melendi, we actually had him in a previous edition! You clearly have good taste! 👌🏻
😂😂 I do love that guy - both voice and vibe - and I really like how much he collaborates with other artists. One of my favorites is “Destino o Casuslidad” con Ha*Ash.
Haha, glad you enjoyed it! The downside of just sharing the music/reading etc that I’ve been enjoying each week is that it’s never particularly cool or current! 😂
I love how El Boletín keeps widening the doorway into the Spanish-speaking world.
This edition moves beautifully — from La Mancha’s eerie quiet to Malú’s emotional fire, then all the way to Maradona and Asturias.
It’s the kind of curation that reminds you Spanish isn’t just a language, it’s a whole ecosystem of stories, rhythms, and landscapes.
Thank you again for your lovely comment and restack Dave - really appreciate your support! 🙏🏻
Gareth - thank you so much for asking me to share my Spanish-learning experiences!
And, if I may, two very Asturias-centric recommendations: first, La Regenta, by Clarin, considered the premiere Spanish novel of the 19th century. It takes place in a city called Vetusta, which is a very thinly-disguised Oviedo. It was considered highly scandalous when it was published - in fact, had to be published in Barcelona because no publisher in Oviedo would touch it.
Second, the music of Melendi - one of the most popular singers in Spain (born and raised in Asturias). I love his music and his vibe!
Thanks for contributing Erika! And reader recommendations are always welcome - I’d like this to become a place where we can all shares advice and suggestions between our little community, not just me on transmit mode!
As for Melendi, we actually had him in a previous edition! You clearly have good taste! 👌🏻
😂😂 I do love that guy - both voice and vibe - and I really like how much he collaborates with other artists. One of my favorites is “Destino o Casuslidad” con Ha*Ash.
David Bisbal! What a deep cut! Our Spanish teacher in high school used to play his songs for us.
Haha, glad you enjoyed it! The downside of just sharing the music/reading etc that I’ve been enjoying each week is that it’s never particularly cool or current! 😂