Spoken-word poetry from the frontera
Released on August 14, 2026, by Pharr Poet Laureate Amanda Puryear El, this landmark spoken-word album brings the stories, struggles, and triumphs of borderland life to the forefront. Across ten collaborative tracks, explore identity, cultural memory, and emotional liberation shaped by South Texas and deep Mexican roots.
The heart of identity and frontera healing
At the center of this project is the experience of growing up along the Rio Grande Valley border while honoring the power, beauty, and resilience of multicultural identity. Each poem transforms personal memory into shared empowerment, inviting listeners to walk away feeling seen, proud, and grounded in authentic libertad.
Honoring Tejano culture with Bobby Pulido
Teaming up with fellow Rio Grande Valley native and Latin Grammy® winner Bobby Pulido was about keeping the timeless Tejano sound thriving. This landmark collaboration pays homage to the South Texas heritage that shaped both artists, ensuring their roots and shared cultural heritage continue to be celebrated and heard across generations.
Bringing the vision to life with Antonio Vergara
Partnering with Grammy-nominated Ecuadorian producer Antonio Vergara turned poetic spoken word into a rich, immersive soundscape. Antonio intuitively translated every vocal cadence, emotion, and rhythm into a cohesive sonic reality, transforming ideas conceived on the border into a powerful, internationally produced masterpiece.