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By Valeria Mendoza

Mexico City based culture writer covering the new wave of Latino artists, with a decade reporting from the music industry.

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Karol G and Cigarettes After Sex Deliver a Haunting Ballad on Grief and Loss
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Karol G and Cigarettes After Sex Deliver a Haunting Ballad on Grief and Loss

Karol G and Cigarettes After Sex release 'Después de ti,' a melancholic ballad that redefines her sound. The song delves into grief and emot

Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter Drop 'Bring Your Love' from Confessions II
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Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter Drop 'Bring Your Love' from Confessions II

Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter premiere 'Bring Your Love' on April 30, the second single from Confessions II. The black-and-white cover art c

Karol G's Tropitour Presale Sparks Frenzy as Fans Rush for Tickets
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Karol G's Tropitour Presale Sparks Frenzy as Fans Rush for Tickets

The presale for Karol G's Tropitour world tour began Monday, overwhelming ticket portals. The Colombian star will open the tour at Chicago's

Lady Gaga and Doechii's 'Runway' Sets the Tone for 'The Devil Wears Prada 2'
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Lady Gaga and Doechii's 'Runway' Sets the Tone for 'The Devil Wears Prada 2'

Lady Gaga and Doechii collaborate on 'Runway,' the main theme for The Devil Wears Prada 2. The track merges pop theatricality with ballroom

Bad Bunny Leads Latin Artists in Spotify's 20-Year Anniversary Rankings
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Bad Bunny Leads Latin Artists in Spotify's 20-Year Anniversary Rankings

Bad Bunny becomes the first Latin artist to top Spotify's historic 20-year rankings. J Balvin and Karol G also feature among global streamin

New York's Early Dinner Trend: The Coolest Plan for 2026
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New York's Early Dinner Trend: The Coolest Plan for 2026

Early dinner reservations in New York have surged 20% as young people embrace wellness and rest. The trend reflects a broader shift toward m

Disney World Tickets to Hit $219 by 2027: What Families Need to Know
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Disney World Tickets to Hit $219 by 2027: What Families Need to Know

Disney World's daily admission will hit $219 by 2027, driven by dynamic pricing and record demand. The company is investing $30 billion in n

Met Gala 2026: Polished Steel Mannequins Redefine Body Diversity in Fashion
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Met Gala 2026: Polished Steel Mannequins Redefine Body Diversity in Fashion

The 2026 Met Gala introduces 25 polished steel mannequins reflecting diverse body types, breaking from decades of size-2 uniformity. Inspire

Karol G Brings Tropitour to SoFi Stadium: How to Get Tickets for LA Show
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Karol G Brings Tropitour to SoFi Stadium: How to Get Tickets for LA Show

Karol G will perform at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on August 14, 2026, as part of her Tropitour world tour. Fans must register by April 24

Kylie Minogue's Netflix Documentary: A Deep Dive into Her Life and Legacy
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Kylie Minogue's Netflix Documentary: A Deep Dive into Her Life and Legacy

Netflix has confirmed a three-episode documentary series titled 'KYLIE,' directed by Emmy winner Michael Harte. The series features never-be

Shakira and Anitta's 'Choka Choka' Blends Tribal Futurism with Latin Pop
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Shakira and Anitta's 'Choka Choka' Blends Tribal Futurism with Latin Pop

Shakira and Anitta's collaboration 'Choka Choka' merges tribal and futuristic visuals with a genre-defying sound. The track, featuring Spani

Shakira Joins Zara Larsson's 'Midnight Sun: Girls Trip' for May 2026 Release
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Shakira Joins Zara Larsson's 'Midnight Sun: Girls Trip' for May 2026 Release

Shakira will appear on the deluxe edition of Zara Larsson's 'Midnight Sun: Girls Trip,' dropping May 1, 2026. The collaboration was revealed