Ep#42 | Dayaní on Alma, Ecuadorian-Australian Identity and Releasing Spanish-Language Music in Australia

Meet la chica de la mitad del mundo.Ecuadorian-Australian singer-songwriter Dayaní joins Michelle on The Amiga Mía Talk Show for a heartfelt conversation about migration, music, identity and finding your way back to yourself.Born in Guayaquil, Ecuador and raised in Australia, Dayaní opens up about growing up between cultures, family sacrifice, belonging, releasing Spanish-language music in Australia, and the inspiration behind her new single Alma.She also reflects on building community within Australia’s Latin music scene, working with collaborators in Ecuador, and why representation matters for the next generation of Latin artists.Released during the FIFA World Cup 2026 season, Alma is a powerful reminder that hope, courage and determination can take us further than we imagine.In this episode:• Dayaní’s journey from Ecuador to Australia• Growing up between cultures• Family, migration and belonging• Building a Latin music career in Australia• The making of Alma• Ecuadorian culture and community• Representation and visibility• The future of Latin music in AustraliaAlma is now streaming on Spotify, Apple Music and all major platforms.You can also watch the official music video on Dayaní's YouTube channel.Follow Dayaní on social media: @dayanibabyRead the full feature article at www.amigamia.com.auPull up a chair and follow The Amiga Mía Talk Show for more conversations celebrating Latin American culture, community, creativity and stories from across Australia and beyond.