Inside Julio Torres’ ‘Problemista’ and its Boundary-Pushing Take on Immigration and Identity
Inside Julio Torres’ ‘Problemista’ and its Boundary-Pushing Take on Immigration and Identity
There’s no doubt that “Problemista” comes from the brain of Julio Torres. His brand of absurdist humor is instantly recognizable, whether it's his work on “Saturday Night Live,” “Los Espookys,” or his HBO Special, “My Favorite Shapes.” In each, he combines cutting social commentary with unique off-the-wall pairings and brings [...]
WATCH: The Marías Release “Run Your Mouth” Music Video and Announce Sophomore Album
WATCH: The Marías Release “Run Your Mouth” Music Video and Announce Sophomore Album
Grammy-nominated band The Marías has ignited excitement among fans with the announcement of their highly-anticipated sophomore album, "Submarine," slated for release on May 31st. The band, renowned for their mesmerizing soundscapes and dreamlike melodies, has teased the album with the release of their new single, "Run Your Mouth," offering a [...]
Grupo Frontera, Apple Music’s Latest ‘Up Next’ Artist Never Expected This Level of Success
Grupo Frontera, Apple Music’s Latest ‘Up Next’ Artist Never Expected This Level of Success
Grupo Frontera is breaking barriers yet again. This time, the group has been selected for Apple Music's Up Next program after taking a huge part in helping Mexican music go global last year. Groupo Frontera went viral last year with their norteño cover of the song "No Se Va” by [...]
Beyond Serving Colombian Food, This Denver Restaurant Specializes in Community
Beyond Serving Colombian Food, This Denver Restaurant Specializes in Community
Jorge and Carmen Aguirre opened their South Denver restaurant La Chiva as a way to shatter misconceptions about their native Colombia. "The little bit that people know about Colombia is what they hear on the news about the cartels and all of that stuff,” Jorge Aguirre told LATINA. “That's [...]
New Music Picks: Bad Bunny, Ivy Queen, Ice Spice, and More
New Music Picks: Bad Bunny, Ivy Queen, Ice Spice, and More
Welcome to LATINA’s weekly roundup of the best new music. This week’s list includes the new albums from Bad Bunny, Mexican reggaeton star Yng Lvcas, and Chilean singer Denise Rosenthal. Also on the list: Ice Spice dabbles in Afrobeats with Rema, Tainy’s electrifying collaboration with Young Miko and J Balvin, [...]
Friday Film Roundup: Taylor Swift! Taylor Swift! Taylor Swift!
Friday Film Roundup: Taylor Swift! Taylor Swift! Taylor Swift!
To put into perspective just how powerful Taylor Swift and her league of Swifties really are, it’s worth noting that "The Exorcist: Believer" was supposed to come out this weekend. Naturally, the once-in-a-blue-moon Friday the 13th in October was a perfect time for a new "Exorcist" film to hit theaters. [...]
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 [...]