Spanish-Argentinian cartoonist and humorist Darío Adanti is co-founder and editor of the satirical magazine Mongolia based in Spain since 2012. In this interview, we discuss the role of satire in contemporary democracies, his dual identity as Argentinian and Spaniard, and his latest work on the history of Peronism. Spanish version […]
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Interview with Colombian Journalist and Performer María Paulina Baena
Colombian journalist María Paulina Baena is making a new beginning. After a decade as the host of the satirical news program “La Pulla” for the newspaper El Espectador, she’s reinventing her career as a actress. We talk about the combination of journalism and performance, and reinventions. Spanish version La periodista […]
Read MoreInterview with Peruvian Filmmaker Martin Guerra
Peruvian filmmaker Martin Guerra has premiered in Spain and Latin America his feature film “Los Bárbaros” [The Barbarians], co-directed with Javier Barbero. The film is set during the Spanish crisis around 2010 and follows three young people living in an abandoned building on the outskirts of Madrid. Indie, contemplative, and […]
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 MoreDillom: The Most Unconventional Voice in Argentine Rap
Dillom is the dark alter ego of Dylan León Masa, a 24-year-old Argentine rapper, singer, and songwriter who has revolutionized the Argentine urban music scene with his unique blend of trap, punk, rock, and experimental sounds. He is set to release a new electronic-infused collaboration with Spanish rapper Santa Salut.
Read MoreJoaquín Sabina: The Last International Tour of the Iconic Singer-Songwriter from Spain
At 75 years old, Joaquín Sabina—often referred to as the Spanish Bob Dylan or Leonard Cohen (although he rejects these labels)—is retiring. “Hola y adiós” [Hello and Goodbye] marks his final international tour, which will take him across Latin America, the U.S., and Europe. His latest released song is titled “El Último Vals” [The Last Waltz].
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