02.4.2014 | By Mariana Dussan |
With a record breaking 115.3 million viewers, Bruno Mars is now top dog of halftime shows surpassing the top two performances in Super Bowl history: last year’s awaited Destiny’s Child reunion (110.8 million viewers) and Madonna’s highly raved about show (114.0 million). Three cheers for the underdog! And can I just say: I told you his star power would multiply overnight. Read More
02.3.2014 | By Mariana Dussan |
The NFL Super Bowl halftime, the 12-minute-moment that all stars dream about. One the most watched performances on live television that also has the power to propel or break careers. Read More
01.30.2014 | By Jack Rico |
In short, The Red Hot Chili Peppers have a new Super Bowl song called “Abracadabralifornia†that talks about your sexy ass grandma, balls, Burbank, and other really cool stuff. During the show they will also play the live version of Led Zepplin’s “Dazed and Confused†and did I mention that the group’s bassist, Flea might give us a flash of his privates? Read More
01.27.2014 | By Mariana Dussan |
Households nationwide witnessed music and television become one during the broadcast of the 2014 56th Annual Grammy Awards. While often billed as the Oscars of music, audiences were left feeling unfulfilled by the spectacle. Read More
01.27.2014 | By Mariana Dussan |
Updated March 2026
In a society where everything has to fit into one neat category, what happens when someone wants to explore the in-between? Perhaps Romeo Santos has the answer. Recently, the bachatero revealed that his second album will have eclectic influences through which he is bound to find new sounds to incorporate into his work. Expect Drake, Nicki Minaj, Carlos Santana, Marc Anthony, and Kevin Hart under a roof called ‘Formula Vol. 2’. Read More
01.15.2014 | By Mariana Dussan |
It is Wednesday and already we have news stirring up the music world all courtesy of Glee’s Lea Michele, Outkast, Foo Fighter’s Dave Grohl and Pitbull. Read More
01.14.2014 | By Mariana Dussan |
Shakira’s new single featuring Rihanna “Can’t Remember To Forget You†IS OFF THE HOOK! This is a duet made in heaven because it was unforeseen and in the music world that is worth a million bucks. The song starts with a danceable reggae rhythm and is amazingly offset by intersections of headbanging hard-rock, combination that flawlessly fuses the musical essences of each singer. Read More
12.26.2013 | By Mariana Dussan |
Who cares about Noche Buena, it’s Ricky Martin’s birthday week! The Puerto Rican sensation who has been stealing hearts since the age of 13 is turned 42, and oh boy does he make it look good! In celebration of his cumpleaños and as our X-mas gift to him – and of course the fans – we take a journey down memory lane because after all, the holidays are the best times to reminisce. From Menudo until now, we take a look back at 5 of Ricky Martin’s looks and the songs that went with them. Read More
12.24.2013 | By Mariana Dussan |
Through Facebook I was informed that El Cacique de la Junta better known as Diomedes Díaz, one of Colombia’s biggest names in music, passed away Sunday Dec. 22 at the age of 56. He was the Frank Sinatra of the vallenato music genre (the native folklore music of Colombia). As a Colombian and fan of his music I was saddened, and thought this news only pertained to my fellow Colombians, I was wrong.
12.23.2013 | By Mariana Dussan |
*Updated November 2025
As more and more Latinos call the U.S. their home every day, the traditions we bring from our countries remain alive but tend to undergo a slight transition as we adopt some customs from the U.S. culture. Christmas season is right around the corner, and with the help of some Latino artists I would like to show the proper way to celebrate your newfound bilingual, bicultural holiday spirit with eight classic and modern reinterpretations of songs (in no particular order) that will satisfy both your gringo and Latino side. Read More
