Folk music on the radio in Chile

Chilean folk music has a rich history and diverse sound, drawing from the country's indigenous, European, and African roots. One of the most popular genres of Chilean folk music is the "cueca," a rhythmic dance music that often features a guitar, accordion, and vocals. Other styles of Chilean folk music include the "tonada," "canto a lo divino," and "canto a lo humano."

Some of the most popular Chilean folk artists include Violeta Parra, Victor Jara, Inti-Illimani, and Los Jaivas. Violeta Parra is considered one of the most important figures in Chilean folk music and is known for her influential songwriting and poetry. Victor Jara was a singer-songwriter and political activist whose music became a symbol of resistance during the dictatorship of Augusto Pinochet. Inti-Illimani is a folk music ensemble that has been active since the 1960s and has incorporated a variety of Latin American styles into their music. Los Jaivas is another long-standing folk band that has experimented with different sounds, including rock and classical music.

Radio stations in Chile that play folk music include Radio Cooperativa, Radio Universidad de Chile, and Radio Frecuencia UFRO. These stations often feature programming that highlights Chilean folk music and other traditional Latin American music styles. Additionally, there are a number of folk music festivals throughout Chile, including the Festival de la Canción de Viña del Mar and the Festival Nacional del Folklore de Ovalle, which showcase both established and up-and-coming Chilean folk artists.