Rodrigo y Gabriela Have Released New Album OurHome
The duo has unveiled an 11-track collection featuring their first-ever use of lead vocals.
Updated on Sept. 18, 2026 in Latin
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Guitarists Rodrigo y Gabriela have released their latest studio album, OurHome, marking a new artistic direction for the pair. The album features 11 tracks and notably includes the duo's first-ever recorded lead vocal performances.
Why it matters
The inclusion of vocals serves as a deliberate exploration of a new side of their artistry for the duo. The work functions as a meditation on themes of home, renewal, and connection.
The album OurHome features 11 tracks and was mixed by Dave Sardy, who has earned five Grammy awards throughout his career. The project was recorded at NK Sound Tokyo in Japan.
The players
Rodrigo y Gabriela
They are a guitar duo known for their virtuosic instrumental style and rhythmic acoustic performances.
Dave Sardy
He is a renowned producer and mixer who has secured five Grammy awards for his work in the music industry.
Naoki Urasawa
He is a celebrated manga artist who contributed a music video for the new single Monster.
The details
Rodrigo Sánchez and Gabriela Quintero produced the album themselves, with Sánchez handling lead vocals while Quintero maintains her signature percussion and rapid cadence. The project features contributions from Marty Friedman, Hiyori Okuda, and Yukihiro Atsumi, with a music video for the single Monster created by manga artist Naoki Urasawa.
Timeline
The song Somos Como Tú was originally written in Paris in 2015.
The album OurHome was officially released on September 18, 2026.
A U.S. tour for the duo will begin in Dallas on September 30, 2026.
The duo will perform in Mexico City on October 6 and 7, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
This release represents a significant pivot for the duo, diverging from their established status as purely instrumental virtuosos to incorporate vocal-driven songwriting. It mirrors broader trends where legacy artists experiment with new formats to evolve their sound and audience engagement strategies.
Fans can now stream or purchase the 11-track album OurHome across standard digital platforms. Listeners interested in seeing the duo live can access tickets for the upcoming U.S. and Mexico City tour dates.
The takeaway
By integrating vocals into their technical guitar work, the duo challenges their listeners to experience their established sound in a new context. Fans should note how the shift to vocal tracks changes the rhythmic interplay between the guitar melodies and the lead vocals.
What happens next
The duo will kick off their U.S. tour in Dallas on September 30, 2026, followed by two dates in Mexico City on October 6 and 7, 2026.
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