Aquatic Inspirations: The Marías’ ‘Submarine’ and María Zardoya’s Role in ‘Suerte’
Aquatic Inspirations: The Marías’ ‘Submarine’ and María Zardoya’s Role in ‘Suerte’
The Marías, the Grammy-nominated psychedelic-soul lovechild of Puerto Rican-bred, Atlanta-raised María Zardoya and Los Angeles native Josh Conway, have once again captivated the music scene with their new album "Submarine." Joined by close friends Jesse Perlman on guitar and Edward James on keys, the band celebrated the album's release with [...]
Screen Queen: The Unforgettable Films of Lupita Nyong’o
Screen Queen: The Unforgettable Films of Lupita Nyong’o
Lupita Nyong'o, an icon of grace, talent, and undeniable screen presence, has captivated audiences worldwide since her stunning debut in 2008 in the short film "East River." Her choice of roles, always striking and often challenging, showcases her versatility and dedication to her craft. Whether she’s commanding the screen in [...]
WATCH: Take a Wild Ride With Pharrell, Swae Lee and Rauw Alejandro in Their “Airplane Tickets” Music Video
WATCH: Take a Wild Ride With Pharrell, Swae Lee and Rauw Alejandro in Their “Airplane Tickets” Music Video
Pharrell Williams, Swae Lee and Rauw Alejandro have given us one of the most unexpected collabs of 2023. The musicians joined forces to deliver “Airplane Tickets” — a vibrant bilingual pop track. The single, which dropped on December 8, perfectly highlights all three artists’ unique sounds. The fashion-heavy music video [...]
Chef JJ Johnson on Creating Your Own Traditions and Starting Noche Buena Early
Chef JJ Johnson on Creating Your Own Traditions and Starting Noche Buena Early
When Chef JJ Johnson released “The Simple Art of Rice" in the fall, his Instagram DMs were flooded with messages like, “Oh my God, you are really Puerto Rican.” The cookbook, spotlighting the grain’s versatility across cultures everywhere from Africa to the Middle East, opened a window into the James [...]
Pechuga Vintage’s Johnny Valencia Dares to Dream Big
Pechuga Vintage’s Johnny Valencia Dares to Dream Big
Before Johnny Valencia became one of Hollywood’s most sought-after vintage designer plugs – securing shoes, dresses, and other garments for clients including Beyoncé, Rihanna, Anitta, Ice Spice, Pedro Pascal, and the Kardashian-Jenner family — Valencia had several career paths he wanted to pursue. He began college with aspirations to become [...]
WATCH: Tainy Is Kicking Off 2024 With a Special Concert Celebrating His Debut Album ‘Data’
WATCH: Tainy Is Kicking Off 2024 With a Special Concert Celebrating His Debut Album ‘Data’
For years, Tainy has been the mastermind behind some of your favorite reggaeton hits working as a producer with superstars like Bad Bunny, Karol G and J Balvin. In June, he decided to further elevate his career by doing what he had never done before — release a first full-length [...]
Natti Natasha Is Unapologetically Nastier Than Ever in Her New Era
Natti Natasha Is Unapologetically Nastier Than Ever in Her New Era
In the year and a half leading up to her new album, Natti Natasha has gone through a nasty time. The Dominican superstar is balancing being a mother and one of reggaeton's leading ladies after her partner, Raphy Pina, was sent to prison. With her new album "Nasty Singles," Natasha [...]