New Music Picks: Denise Rosenthal & Danna Paola, Gloria Trevi, Vikina and More
New Music Picks: Denise Rosenthal & Danna Paola, Gloria Trevi, Vikina and More
Welcome to LATINA’s weekly roundup of the best new music. This week’s list includes Denise Rosenthal’s duet with Danna Paola, the return of Gloria Trevi, and Vikina’s EDM collaboration with Deorro. Also on the list: Emilia’s ode to her father, Boza’s sensual collaboration with Kenia Os, and Sebastián Yatra’s summer [...]
Gotopo Pays Tribute to Her Afro-indigenous Roots, While Reinventing Folkloric Sounds
Gotopo Pays Tribute to Her Afro-indigenous Roots, While Reinventing Folkloric Sounds
“Ein Kilo Orangen, ein Kilo Bananen bitte [One kilo of oranges, one kilo of bananas, please],” recites the Berlin-based Venezuelan singer/producer, Gotopo, during a heartfelt phone conversation with her mother, who is home in Caracas. Giggling as she proudly relates her first grocery store purchase in full German, Gotopo reassures [...]
Mexico’s Neo-Vedettes Bring Queer Glamour to the Stage
Mexico’s Neo-Vedettes Bring Queer Glamour to the Stage
In the glittering realm of burlesque, where elegance intertwines with sensuality, one group from Mexico City stands out: Delirio Tropical. Patricia Kattkins, a classically trained ballet and contemporary dancer from Mexico, founded the group in 2019 to create a space for queer and trans performers like herself, as there weren't [...]
New Music Picks: Greeicy, Yailin La Más Viral, Sofía Valdés and More
New Music Picks: Greeicy, Yailin La Más Viral, Sofía Valdés and More
Welcome to LATINA’s weekly roundup of the best new music. This week’s list features Greeicy unleashing her alter-ego, Yailin La Más Viral’s response to her split from Anuel AA, and Sofía Valdés’ personal anthem. Also on the list: Conexión Divina’s haunting single, Barbara Doza’s collaboration with Doja Cat’s producer, and [...]
New Music Picks: Bruses, Young Miko, Karol G, and More
New Music Picks: Bruses, Young Miko, Karol G, and More
Welcome to LATINA’s weekly roundup of the best new music. This week’s list features two acts who are celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride Month, Bruses and Young Miko. Karol G's song on the “Barbie” soundtrack is here. Also on the list: Paty Cantú and León Leiden's sexy collaboration, Silvana Estrada's ode to [...]
Even on the Moon, Esmeralda Santiago Would Still Be Puerto Rican
Even on the Moon, Esmeralda Santiago Would Still Be Puerto Rican
Esmeralda Santiago sat at home on what felt like the first day of autumn in Northern Westchester, New York. Meanwhile, in Villa Palmeras, Santiago's birthplace nestled within San Juan, Puerto Rico, I was perched at my desk, ready to delve into her life. Santiago’s legacy is unprecedented. It wasn't until [...]
For Alex Pryor, Yerba Mate is More Than a Plant — It’s a Way of Life
For Alex Pryor, Yerba Mate is More Than a Plant — It’s a Way of Life
At some point in the last few years, you may have found yourself torn between getting yourself yet another cup of coffee or walking towards the fridge for a Guayakí Yerba Mate. The drink contains a little less caffeine than your average joe but tastes like a flavored tea, although [...]