Lila Downs

Una Sangre/One Blood

2004-07-20

A Mexican-born/American-raised/Deadhead takes a fresh look at the folk music of her mother’s culture.

Lila gained attention for her role in, and musical contributions to, Frida, the film based on the life of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo.

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