September 22, 2015 by FELIX CONTRERAS Much has happened for Gina Chavez since I first saw her at an unofficial SXSW showcase about five years ago: two albums, fan and industry recognition, this year's Austin Music Award for Austin Musician Of The Year. Chavez's music has developed over the years, just as it should. What hasn't changed is the intense openness and warmth of her performances. From that hot spring afternoon in Austin to this recent Tiny Desk Concert, it always feels as if she's performing just for me. And, of course, you get the sense that everyone else in the audience feels the same. See for yourself, and if you don't know her already, I dare you to walk away and not become a fan. Up.Rooted is available now. iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/album/up.rooted/id814216366 Amazon: www.amazon.com/Up-Rooted-Gina-Chavez/dp/B00I8OQRRU Set List "Fire Water" "Miles De Millas" "Siete-D" Credits Producers: Felix Contreras, Morgan Walker; Audio Engineer: Josh Rogosin; Videographers: Morgan Walker, Nick Michael, Lani Milton; Assistant Producer: Mina Tavakoli; photo by Lydia Thompson/NPR For more Tiny Desk Concerts, subscribe to our podcast. www.npr.org/podcasts/510292/tiny-desk-concerts-video

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