Que vuelta, mi gente? That’s Cuban for “Hello, dear friends. How are you this fine day?” You might be wondering the reason for the lesson in Cuban slang. Have I been watching Pichy films’ 299 again? No. Well…okay…yes. Yes, I have. Damned if I’m not still running around screaming, “que…
Locos Por Juana, considered by many to be Miami’s best Latin band, makes their way to La La Land today for a string of performances surrounding the 51st Annual Grammy Awards. Whether their getting the crowd going at one of the city’s many festivals or barring the entrance to Jazid…
Those of you who missed the Music Musica Exhibit at the Miami Science Museum in early December will get another chance this week. The exhibit returns to give museum-goers a chance to learn about the impact of Latinos throughout the history of American popular music, and also to play with…
If there’s such a thing as Miami royalty, Gloria Estefan is undoubtedly the queen. Along with husband, producer, musician and impresario, Emilio Estefan, she’s literally changed the landscape of the Magic City over the years, first putting the town on the map with Miami Sound Machine’s run of rampant success…
Known for dark melodies laden with churning guitars, chunky riffs, and lead singer Lajon Witherspoon’s haunting timbre, Sevendust carved its niche in the alt-rock/nu-metal landscape some years ago. The release of the band’s third record, Animosity, in 2001 is largely regarded as the quintet’s breakthrough into mainstream popularity. Still, by…
Irreverent, impertinent, and unapologetic, the Puerto Rican duo Calle 13 has never been interested in abiding by the norm. And though they have parlayed their unique vision of hip-hop and reggaeton into critical acclaim and financial success, don’t hold your breath waiting to hear them on mainstream airwaves. Stepbrothers Residente…
