Cardi B has been open about her struggles with the responsibility of fame and has documented that through posts on her social media accounts. The Dominican rapper has said some problematic things online, and it seems like things may have come to a head for her as she deleted both her Instagram and Twitter pages[…]
It seems that year after year, we’re still asking for the same thing from the anglo television shows: more Latine representation. This was no different last night (April 3) at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards, where there were fewer Latine performers and attendees featured during the televised event. However, we did experience a few notable[…]
The international Brazilian drag queen, activist, and singer-songwriter Pabllo Vittar has collaborated with the British-Japanese pop artist Rina Sawayama on an infectious, upbeat pop song, “Follow Me,” released today (March 31). What a way to start off the weekend! “I’m so excited to release this song with Rina – she is such an icon[…]
The much-awaited collaboration between the Puerto Rican rapper Anuel AA and Dominican singer Yailin la Más Viral called “Si Tu Me Busca” has finally been released on March 31, and the Internet is already being loud about the provocative reggaeton track produced by Súbelo Neo. “Being in love… one is full of inspiration, melodies and[…]
This is our weekly compilation of newly released bite-sized song reviews from our talented music writers. Discover new favorites, read nuanced criticism of the week’s hottest releases, and much more. Who knows, you might walk out of this with a new fave or two. Some of the featured artists include Jay Lee, PJ Sin Suela,[…]
Brazilian pop star Anitta is cementing her global pop stardom in 2022. Not only is her top-charting catchy track “Envolver” still breaking records, but she has now released the compelling cover art for her upcoming album Versions Of Me, due on April 12. Yes, this year just got much better. “I’m almost fainting from sleep[…]
Fans huddled into Tokischa’s first-ever show at Terminal 5 in New York City on March 30, which she sold-out. She delivered an incredible performance that was almost overshadowed by the numerous fights that broke out during the show, causing the controversial Dominican rapper to leave but later return. Twitter was flooded with posts from the[…]
After two long years, festival season is finally back in full swing! And what better time to ring in the collective euphoria of live music and colorful fashions -like the ones available in H&M’s new festival collection- than by hitting up Coachella’s supercharged 2022 lineup. Every year, the music festival turned cultural phenomenon ramps up its Latine and Latin[…]
WeHo Pride Parade and Festival has always been home to Los Angelinos, and this year is no different. The event will celebrate the 50th anniversary of a fest that has brought unity and equality to the LGBTQ+ community, not only through its festivities but through music. A key example of this is the OUTLOUD Music[…]
One of the most innovative, out-of-the-box entertaining spectacles of 2020 was Bad Bunny performing on top of a bus through the busy streets of New York City. How the Puerto Rican star dodged traffic lights, handled his posture during a moving bus, and still managed to sing his hits is beyond us. But now, we’re[…]
After Coldplay’s surprise duet with Fher from Mexican rock band Maná in Guadalajara, we are keeping our eyes out for any hints on what the British rock band may cover on their next stop in Mexico. Their next performances will be at Mexico City’s Foro Sol on April 3, 4, 6, and 7. And with[…]
Before there was punk, there were Los Saicos. Started by four guys in Lima, Peru, Los Saicos thrashed their way through local venues and cinema matinees in the 1960s, eventually flickering into obscurity almost as quickly as they’d arrived. But they left behind a roster of hits, including “Demolición,” a buzzing maelstrom of a song[…]
When your job is to protect a high-profile celebrity, you must always be alert, even when taking a twirl on an amusement park ride. This was the case with a member of Cardi B’s security detail when she and her 3-year-old daughter Kulture visited Disneyland last weekend. In a video that has since gone viral[…]
Afro-Cuban and French twins Ibeyi have delivered an ethereal-electronica collaboration with the English singer-songwriter Jorja Smith on “Lavender & Red Roses,” released today (March 30). The ever-celestial “Lavender & Red Roses” is part of their highly-anticipated upcoming third album Spell 31 which is due on May 6. The multi-faceted duo, formed by Lisa-Kaindé and Naomi[…]
Coldplay is living their Latine dream on tour in Latin America. From performing covers such as Juan Luis Guerra’s “Bachata Rosa” in Santo Domingo to sharing the stage with Maná in Guadalajara, Jalisco, on March 29, the British ensemble is paying tribute to icons in our communities. During their current “Music of the Spheres World[…]
Encanto’s hit song “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” was recently parodied by The Late Late Show with James Corden and Corden’s writers. It was in response to the shocking incident that took place at the 94th annual Academy Awards this past weekend. If you haven’t heard about the controversial incident, which would be hard to believe: On Sunday[…]
Earlier this month, Bandcamp, perhaps the most artist-friendly digital music platform at the moment, announced it was joining Epic Games, the makers of hit video games such as Fortnite. The acquisition ignited fearful and skeptical reactions from labels, artists, and fans worldwide. Considering Bandcamp’s ease of access and commitment to spreading its diversity to listeners,[…]
J Balvin and María Becerra will be performing at the Grammys this year. This morning (March 30), the Recording Academy announced the third slate of performers for music’s biggest night, which has the internet divided. ¿Que va a pasar when @MariaBecerra22 takes the #GRAMMYs stage with @JBALVIN? Don’t miss their performance on Music’s Biggest Night,[…]
“We have always focused on giving our festival a unique identity,” Montse Castera, creative director of Ceremonia Festival in Mexico City, tells Remezcla. Since its first edition in 2013, the festival has stood out for its eclectic yet youthful and daring lineups, as well as its carefully curated vibe. This year’s edition boasts a lineup[…]
About 20 years ago, Adrian Quesada was driving at night in his home base of Austin, Texas, when he heard something that made him turn up the volume: “Esclavo y Amo,” a psychedelic love song recorded in the 1970s by the Peruvian combo Los Pasteles Verdes. “I had never heard anything like it,” recalls Quesada,[…]
Cardi B has just made history — again — with her debut album, Invasion of Privacy. According to the Recording Industry Association of America, it is the first album to have all of its songs certified platinum or higher. Okurrr! “AMAZING ….can’t wait for my second album♥️ Thanks for all the love & support,” the[…]
