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Eclectic DJ Infuses Latino Traditional Rhythms with Electronic Global Beats

Nowadays, musicians and DJs aren't sticking to tradition when it comes to producing music, but that doesn't mean Latino traditional rhythms and sounds can't be infused into modern-day electronic dance music (EDM).

Jorge Cruz: An Artist Unafraid

Transgender artist Jorge Cruz captures with his camera...yet, there still seems to be something greater occurring. There's the vibrant subject(s); the engaged photographer; but, also, the enlivened photos, which wake and writhe whenever they gain an audience -becoming a personality independent of the artist and the subject. Cruz's prints, like his music, his writing, his creative directioning, his... ongoing list of artistic occupation, is created in the avant-garde realm of ambiguity, analysis, experimentation and counter-culture.

Fast and Furious Brazilian-American Actress Jordana Brewster & Latinos in Film React to Paul Walker’s Death

Brazilian-American actress and Paul Walker's "Fast and Furious" co-star Jordana Brewster is devastated to hear the news of her onscreen love interest's sudden death after a Porsche Carrera GT he was riding in crashed into a pole in Valencia, Calif. on Saturday.

Lucero Releases Live Album 'Lucero en Concierto'

The Mexican singer Lucero has had a 33-year run of success in the music business, and she's just released a special CD and DVD combination of the best tunes spanning those decades. The album was officially released on Nov. 19 according to her official Web site.

Latin Stand-up Comedy: Channeling Culture and Family Makes for the Best Routines

Stand-up comedy isn't easy, but many Latino comedians make it look that way. So what's their secret? Some are born with the natural ability to make people laugh and some are literally born into their material - being their culture and family traditions.

Reggaeton Artist to Avid Gamer: Daddy Yankee to Release New Video Game 'Trylogy'

When Puerto Rican Reggaeton artist Daddy Yankee isn't making music, running a record label or launching a new product, he's an avid gamer behind the scenes.Known for hits, like "Gasolina," the multifaceted star, whose been named as "one of most influential Hispanics in the world" by both CNN and Time Magazine, is releasing a new video game called Trylogy.

Thalia joins 'The View,' Celebrates Upcoming Star on Walk of Fame

There will be a new star on the Hollywod Walk of Fame come Dec. 5, and this on will come from South of the Border. Thalia, Mexican songstress of enduring appeal, will be honored with her own star in an 11:30 a.m. ceremony that is open to the public.

¡Aparato! Throws a Distinctly Edgy Twist Into the Latin Soundscape

If you have your ears clued into the sounds coming from Los Angeles, you may have tuned into ¡Aparato!, a band that is making some noise on the public radio circuit these days and has developed a loyal following despite the fact that their first full album of material is not yet expected until 2014.

Thanksgiving Day 2013: A Puerto Rican Holiday Guide

In Puerto Rico, the holiday season is a big party right from November until after January 6th, as we keep alive the celebration of "Three Kings Day" or "Los Tres Reyes Magos". Puerto Rico enjoys a Caribbean sunny weather all year around; therefore most celebrations take place on "marquesinas" or front outside porches. The lit up and decorated homes are a huge part of the holidays in Puerto Rico. Driving through the islands streets you will start to hear traditional Puerto Rican Christmas carols like "Dame la Mano Paloma" and "Burrito Sabanero". All of this and it isn't even Christmas yet!

Exploring Dora: The Positive and Negative of the 8-Year-Old Latina with a Backpack

Eight-year-old pan-Latina goes on excursions; with an educational objective, she explores mountains, forests, jungles and oceans with the assistance of friendly animated but inanimate objects and animals: Backpack, Map, Boots the Monkey and many others, who help to guide her along her purposeful path.

Mexican-American Actor/Director Edward James Olmos Still "Stands and Delivers"

Oscar-nominated actor/director Edward James Olmos has been wowing audiences for decades on both the big screen and small screen, breaking barriers and paving the way for other Latino actors.

Smithsonian Exhibit Documents Latinos' Contributions to American Music

Smithsonian's Exhibit: American Sabor explores the influences of Latinos in popular American music, across a number of genres. The dynamic display and exhibition captures the presence and contribution of Latinos in punk rock, rock n' roll, hip hop, jazz, and rhythm and blues. And, it showcases how Carlos Sanata, Selena, Tito Puente, Celia Cruz and many others motivated a Latin quality in music that isn't generally inclusive of Hispanics. Distinctive musical styles, such as salsa, rumba and mambo, penetrated the American music scene and helped to make Latinos visible.

American Music Awards Performances and News 2013: Jennifer Lopez's Tribute to Celia Cruz

Jennifer Lopez stole the show for Latinos everywhere last night with her tribute to Celia Cruz at the American Music Awards. The Puerto Rican singer, dancer and actress blew the crowd away by interpreting Celia's most famous songs. The performance was loud, fun and colorful with dancers hyping up the crowd with their "salsa" moves while Jennifer sang her heart away in Cruz's traditional dresses. Latino's definitely proved to be a big part of America's music culture; this performance positively was the highlight of last night's show.

Cooking Channel's Mo Rocca Captures the Charisma of a Costa Rican Abuelita

There's nothing like the aroma and good feelings elicited by a home-cooked meal, especially when it's a recipe made by your precious little grandmother or grandfather. "CBS Sunday Morning" correspondent and "Wait, Wait...Don't Tell Me!" panelist Mo Rocca couldn't agree more.

Lo Que La Vida Me Robó Blooper: Angelique Boyer and Sebastian Rulli Both Take a Tumble

While recording a scene of "Lo Que La Vida Me Robo", where Sebastian Rulli and Angelique Boyer's character share a love interest, Rulli had a small accident. As he held Angelique in his arms while running away from a massive fire, Rolli tripped on a rug, causing both actors to fall to the ground. Luckily, they were both far enough from the "fire" so they weren't seriously hurt. They walked away from the accident with minor cuts and bruises.

CBS Sunday Morning's Mo Rocca Reconnects to his Colombian Roots

Mo Rocca, a correspondent for "CBS Sunday Morning," a panelist on NPR's hit weekly quiz show, "Wait, Wait...Don't Tell Me!" as well as the host and creator of the Cooking Channel's "My Grandmother's Ravioli," reconnects to his Latin roots.

Guillermo Gomez-Pena: Chicano 'Cyberpunk' Rebel with a Creative & Ambitious Cause

Ethno-politics, immigration, technology and language happen against the canvas, in an opus, or in any medium, when you are an artist. And, if you are Guillermo Gomez-Pena, you could address societal concerns regarding Latinos through performance art, audio, video, installations, poetry, journalism and cultural theory. A writer, a MacAuthor fellow, and an editor, Gomez-Pena brings style, energy and heritage to everything that he completes.

Krysta Rodriguez: Broadway Play "First Date" Mimics Real-life Romance

New York City is alive with conversation, bright lights and people bumbling about with curiosity. Within the doors of one of its many restaurants, two individuals are undoubtedly sitting together for the first time, on a blind date, attempting to connect and find out if the person positioned across from him/her can better his/her life, or better yet, his/her evening. "First Date," the new Broadway play starring Zachary Levi ("Chuck") and Euro-Latina actress Krysta Rodriguez ("Smash"), captures that experience in a 90-minute performance that is over-run with wit and charisma.

Glee Star Lea Michele New Music Video: Takes To Twitter 4 Months After Corey Monteith's Death

"Glee" star Lea Michele has had a trying year, thanks in no small part to the unexpected suicide of her boyfriend Corey Monteith earlier this year. However, it looks like things are turning around for the lovely Latina, who took to her Twitter yesterday to post sneak peeks of her new music video.

Mexican Telenovela Star Karla Alvarez Death: Colleagues Express Their Condolences, Cause of Death Confirmed

Mexican Telenovela actress Karla Alvarez was found dead this past Friday in her home in Mexico City. The Attorney General investigating her death confirmed that Alvarez died from a Cardiac Arrest steaming from Bulimia and Anorexia. Karla was just 41 years old and had a successful career in the Latino show business scene.
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