Peruvian Mario Vargas Llosa, Nobel Prize-winning author and the last great figure of the Latin American “boom” of literary fiction, passed away at age 89 in Lima. A prolific creator and a controversial political commentator, he was widely considered “the most universal Peruvian.” Here are some of his most celebrated […]
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The six-episode Netflix adaptation brings to life the iconic Argentinian sci-fi comic book of the same name. “El Eternauta” (The Eternaut) adapts Héctor Germán Oesterheld and Francisco Solano López’s graphic novel, originally published between 1957-1959 in Hora Cero magazine.
Read MoreCa7riel & Paco Amoroso’s Papota: A Satirical Ode to Viral Fame and Today’s Music Industry
Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso’s 17-minute Tiny Desk performance in October 2024 became a cultural phenomenon with their unique take of blended trap, Latin jazz, and rock. Praised by host Anamaria Sayre as “one of the best, if not the best” Tiny Desk performances, the duo now returns with Papota, a […]
Read More6 Podcasts in Spanish Embracing Humor at their Core
Comedy podcasts in Spanish have experienced a surge in popularity. From satirical talk shows to improvised comedy and true crime with a humorous twist, these podcasts are carving out a unique niche in the digital entertainment industry. Which podcasts do you listen to? Comment below. Spanish Version Los podcasts de […]
Read More¿Quieren rock?: A New Documentary Tells the Story of the Legendary Quilmes Rock Festival
“¿Quieren Rock?” is a documentary that chronicles the 22-year history of the Quilmes Rock festival, one of Argentina’s most iconic rock events. Directed by Federico Bareiro and produced by Juan Parodi, the 70-minute film features exclusive interviews with musicians, producers, and journalists, along with previously unreleased archival footage.
Read MorePeso Pluma: Reinventing Mexican Corridos or Glorifying a Controversial Music Genre?
Peso Pluma, the Mexican artist who has carved out a new chapter for corridos by blending traditional Mexican sounds with urban influences, deems himself a “superhero” who has “saved Mexican regional music”. Others think differently. His music belongs to the subgenre corridos tumbados, blending traditional corridos with rap, hip-hop, and […]
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