By Valeria Mendoza
Mexico City based culture writer covering the new wave of Latino artists, with a decade reporting from the music industry.
Fuerza Regida offers reward after 22 unreleased videos stolen
Fuerza Regida's Jesús Ortiz Paz reported the theft of a memory card containing 22 unreleased videos and live recordings. The band is offerin
Venezuelan musician Gus Ormo found dead in Florida pool; homicide probe underway
Venezuelan pianist Gus Ormo was found dead in his Weston, Florida pool. Broward County homicide detectives are investigating the suspicious
Bad Bunny's stage bushes lead 2026 Halloween costume trends
Bad Bunny's iconic stage bushes are the top Halloween costume inspiration for 2026. Fans are crafting DIY outfits that blend reggaeton cultu
Where New York's Latin chefs eat on their days off
José Luis Chávez, José Luis Flores, Alejandro Osorio, and Ruben Santana share the neighborhood gems they crave when they leave their own kit
Gustavo Dudamel's New York Mission: Music as a Right, Not a Luxury
Gustavo Dudamel's tenure at the New York Philharmonic goes beyond the stage, championing free music education in underserved neighborhoods.
Farruko's 'Qué Talento' revives reggae with a seductive Caribbean fusion
Puerto Rican star Farruko drops 'Qué Talento,' a reggae-infused track with afrobeats and konpa. The Arizona desert video highlights his love
Ryan Castro revives Eddie Santiago's 'Lluvia' with salsa and reggaeton
Ryan Castro teams up with salsa legend Eddie Santiago to reimagine the 1986 classic 'Lluvia.' The music video was shot inside Cali's Salsa M
Colombian fan's bold move leaves Don Omar laughing on stage
A Colombian fan traveled from Sydney to Washington, D.C., to meet Don Omar, and her bold gesture during a photo op left the reggaeton star l
Dei V's FLAVORZ PACK brings together Rauw Alejandro, Ozuna, and more
Dei V drops FLAVORZ PACK, a 17-track perreo album featuring Rauw Alejandro, Ozuna, Myke Towers, and seven other heavyweights. The project is
The Quinceañera: A Living Bridge Between Heritage and Modernity
The quinceañera blends indigenous, Spanish, and Catholic roots into a vibrant celebration of womanhood. Today, families across the Americas
7 Cozy Fall Escapes for LGBTQ Couples Across the US
Discover seven cozy fall getaways across the US where LGBTQ couples can relax and feel at home. From New England charm to California wine co
