Tríada sheds the past on Exuvia
From across the Atlantic, reaching the trio of Tríada takes more than five thousand miles and a half-day journey. Yet, the distance dissolves in a few minutes of video call, revealing a bond so genuine that they feel like the girls next door. Percussionist/vocalist Diamela Spina, guitarist Aylen Reynoso, and singer Julia Percowicz are not only artists but true friends, pouring their sincere connection into the heart of their Latin folk music.
This deep-rooted friendship is the very foundation of Tríada’s sound. They are currently preparing to release their highly anticipated debut album, Exuvia, slated for October 23 on Verve/Mercury Records. The title itself, referencing the scientific term for shedding skin, perfectly encapsulates the album’s theme of transformation and reinvention. After recently exploring covers of classic bossa nova and folk songs, the group is now focused on crafting original material that allows them to emerge fully in their own skin.
The shift toward original songwriting is palpable. Percowicz, who serves as the writer of the group, affirms that the most important part of Exuvia is the change and the transition. “We are very excited about people knowing that we don’t only do covers. That we can do our own music, too,” she explains, sitting against a blank white wall, ready for this next stage in their careers.
The emotional core of the album is captured in the lead single, “Clara,” a buoyant folk tale about finding new meaning by reconnecting with the land. While the lyrics tell a story of a woman rediscovering joy, the group admits the process was inspired by the feeling itself. “We started to imagine who Clara was,” Percowicz muses, highlighting the imaginative freedom that fueled their creative process.
Tríada’s artistry is a powerful statement that transcends geographic and linguistic boundaries. They are not just honoring the musical traditions of their homeland; they are facilitating a profound cultural exchange, inviting listeners to explore new rhythms and ways of hearing Latin American folk music. Diamela Spina notes that their goal is to modernize these sounds, making them accessible in new ways.
Their commitment to authenticity extends to their lyrical work. The trio is fiercely dedicated to writing all their lyrics in their native language, seeing it as a potent political message that celebrates their Latin American and Argentinian identity. This stance allows them to share their deep, complex emotional lives directly with their audience.
This dedication to internal truth manifests in the album’s diverse emotional landscape. Tríada explores both the light and the shadow of experience, weaving together happy, fun narratives with darker, more introspective themes in tracks like “Riéndose de la Melancolía” and “Noctámbula.” Spina describes this duality: “We have both of the faces, too,” suggesting a rich, layered perspective on their twenty-something lives and growth.
Their journey began innocently enough, starting as teens at a performing arts school. They immersed themselves in classical training, and when the pandemic forced them outside the classroom, they deepened their bond, becoming best friends and finding the creative space to build something extraordinary.
The evolution of their musical journey reflects this personal growth. Spina transitioned from jazz drumming to percussion, Reynoso moved from piano to guitar, and Percowicz shifted instruments, embracing new sounds that lent a distinctive Argentinian flair to their music. While the path was unpredictable, the unifying force has always been their sisterhood.
Despite the global reach of their work—having racked up millions of streams—Tríada has never felt pressure to assimilate. Their record label has supported their vision, allowing them to define their own sound without compromising their identity. This freedom is central to their message: they want audiences to connect with them on an emotional level, encouraging them to sing the music to their bones. Tríada proves that the most profound cultural exchange happens when artists are brave enough to show the world their true, multifaceted selves.
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