Esne Beltza, a Spanish musical group from the Basque Country, was formed in 2007
by Xabi Solano during a tour with Fermin Muguruza Kontrabanda. The name Esne
Beltza, meaning "black milk," reflects the paradox of white musicians playing
black music. Their debut album Made in Euskal Herria was released in 2008,
featuring tracks primarily in Basque but also including songs or verses in
Spanish, English, and Portuguese. The group's music blended reggae, ska,
hip-hop, and trikitixa, also known as the Basque accordion. Subsequent albums
include Noa (2010), Freedom 3 Kolpetan (2011), Go...