Brooklyn’s global groove trio City of the Sun step confidently into a new chapter with their latest single “Vuela”, featuring Spanish singer-songwriter Gizmo Varillas. Released alongside the announcement of their upcoming album Under the Moon — out April 24th via Nettwerk — the track marks an exciting evolution for the instrumental outfit: their first-ever song with vocals.

“Vuela” (Spanish for “Fly”) finds the band weaving their signature intricate guitar work and rhythmic dynamism around Varillas’ warm, soaring melodies. Inspired by Argentine folk icon Atahualpa Yupanqui, the song radiates a sun-drenched optimism while staying deeply rooted in tradition. It’s both grounded and transcendent — a testament to City of the Sun’s ability to merge global folk influences with cinematic, forward-thinking soundscapes.

Guitarist John Pita describes the track’s creation as a moment of pure serendipity: “The serendipity of this song is that we didn’t write it for vocals! It just happened – Gizmo created a beautiful melody.” That spontaneity translates beautifully; the interplay between Varillas’ voice and the band’s percussive guitars feels effortless, natural — like a conversation between continents.

Following their recent singles “London” and “Cinderella Man”, “Vuela” sets the tone for Under the Moon as an album that expands the band’s sonic universe without losing their soulful essence. The release arrives as City of the Sun perform a hometown show at Elsewhere in Brooklyn, celebrating both the single and the album announcement.

Their journey doesn’t stop there — the band will join Thievery Corporation on their U.S. tour this December, before embarking on their own headline run in early 2026, with dates across the West Coast and beyond.

With Under the Moon, City of the Sun are poised to elevate their global sound to celestial heights — and “Vuela” is the radiant first flight.