Arca - Arca Vinyl LP

Arca is the 2017 self-titled album by Venezuelan electronic producer and artist Arca (Alejandro Ghersi), released through XL Recordings. Marking a major evolution in her sound, it was the first album on which she prominently used her own vocals—singing in Spanish over haunting, richly textured electronic production that blends experimental noise, classical elements, and intimate melodies. Tracks like “Piel,” “Desafío,” and “Anoche” showcase her ability to marry visceral emotion with boundary-pushing sonic experimentation, creating a deeply personal and evocative listening experience. Critics widely praised the record for its bold fusion of beauty, chaos, and vulnerability, highlighting it as one of her most direct and expressive works to date.