Uxía

Origin

Mos, Pontevedra

Also known as

Uxía Domínguez Senlle

Years Active

1986

Genres

world music, folk music, MPB

Instruments

vocals

Biography

Uxía, born Uxía Domínguez Senlle, is a renowned Galician singer recognized internationally for her deep connection to Lusophone cultures and her revitalization of traditional music. Throughout her extensive career, she has bridged the musical traditions of Galicia and Portugal, collaborating with numerous esteemed artists and participating in landmark cultural projects such as Cantos na Maré. Her work beautifully incorporates poetry and global musical influences, establishing her as a prominent figure in world music.

Her artistic journey began in earnest during the mid-1980s, marked by early collaborations and her time with the group Na Lúa, with whom she recorded acclaimed albums like "Ondas do Mar de Vigo". Transitioning into a successful solo career, she released notable works including "Estou vivindo no ceo" and "Danza das Areas", the latter featuring prominent artists such as João Afonso and Dulce Pontes. Her dedication to cultural exchange has also led her to collaborate closely with Brazilian artists like Socorro Lira and Caetano Veloso, further cementing her status within the broader Portuguese-speaking musical landscape.

In addition to her performance and recording achievements, Uxía has been a tireless promoter of poetry, setting the verses of writers like Manuel María and Rosalía de Castro to music. Her albums, such as "Meu Canto", have received critical international acclaim, including top honors from prominent world music publications. Through her visionary projects and artistic integrity, she continues to inspire new generations of musicians exploring the rich intersections of folk, poetry, and global fusion.

Discography

• Folíada de Marzo (1986)
• (Entre) Cidades (1991)
• Estou Vivindo No Ceo (1995)
• La Sal de La Vida (1997)
• Danza das Areas (2000)
• Cantos na Maré (Ao Vivo) (2005)
• Eterno Navegar (2008)
• A Nena e o Grilo (2010)
• Meu Canto (2011)
• CoraSons (2013)
• Andando a Terra (Uxía canta a manuel maría) (2013)
• Rosalía Pequeniña (2013)
• Uxía & Narf – Baladas da Galiza Imaxinaria (2015)
• Canta O Cuco (2015)
• Uxía Canta a Manuel Maria ao Vivo (Ao Vivo) (2016)
• Uxía-O (2017)
• O (Uxía Canta Poemas de Uxío Novoneyra) (2017)
• Uxía x Javier Ruibal – De Tu Casa a La Mía (2022)
• Indómitas. Nove Ondas a Begoña Caamaño (2026)