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- 10 To Watch at Festival Cordillera 2025
Festival Cordillera has quickly become one of the most vital gatherings for Latin American music. Not just a festival, but a panorama of the region’s past, present, and future. Each edition draws legends, cult heroes, and emerging voices into one shared stage, proving that our musical languages remain as urgent… Read more » - Transforming art exhibitions with audiovisual technology
Art exhibitions in Mexico are embracing technology to offer visitors a more engaging experience. By integrating advanced audiovisual elements, these exhibitions are not only showcasing art but also creating immersive environments that captivate audiences. In recent years, the use of av production services in art exhibitions has significantly enhanced the way art… Read more » - When Beats Meet Boxing: Muay Thai’s Rhythmical Roots
Muay Thai is known worldwide for its powerful strikes and disciplined training, but anyone who has been ringside will tell you there is more to it than physical skill. The sport moves to its own soundtrack. From the opening notes of the sarama music to the measured rhythm of footwork,… Read more » - Why Do People In Latin America Prefer Buying Rolling Papers Online?
In recent years, a growing number of people in Latin America have shifted to Shop vibes papers at wholesale online rather than through traditional retail stores. This trend reflects changes in shopping habits driven by convenience, variety, and access to specific brands that aren’t always available locally. Online platforms offer… Read more » - Why Are Kratom Drinks Becoming A Latin American Trend In 2025?
Kratom beverages are having a moment across Latin America—and it’s not just a passing phase. These drinks, infused with the power of kratom leaves, are becoming a staple in cafes, shops, and even wellness resorts from Mexico to Colombia. But what’s behind the growing popularity? The answer lies in lifestyle,… Read more » - New Pacific Music Vault
With Petronio Álvarez Festival 2025 fast approaching, it feels like the right moment to pause and look back at some of the most compelling new music coming out of Colombia’s Pacific Coast this year. The region’s deep-rooted marimba traditions continue to evolve, carried forward by artists who balance respect for… Read more » - Prezident Markon’s New Singles Round-Up: (Naomi in Blue, Eljuri, Balimaya Project, Beiramaquirna, Vivir Quintana and many more)
August is upon us. It’s my First Lady’s least favourite month of the year: the prezidential garden (closed now to the public) and its environs look like dry toast and as pallid as a seasick sailor. Never mind, I tell her with a philosophical air, you can listen to these… Read more » - “Lugar” by Gabriel Araújo and Vita Evangelista – A Sounds and Colours Video Première
In conjunction with Hominis Canidae, we are very proud to première Lugar: a visual EP, an experimental film directed and written by Vita Evangelista, which combines the musical compositions of Gabriel Araújo, with video art, contemporary dance and striking visuals. Filmed among colonial ruins, abandoned power plants, recycling centres, and… Read more » - LA LOM at the Jazz Café, London
Ladies and gentlemen, will you welcome please, from Los Angeles… LA LOM! The Los Angeles League of Musicians (or LA LOM, as they are known and loved) will be appearing at the Jazz Café in Camden Town on August 20th ahead of the release – on Verve Records, no less… Read more » - The Sound as Narrative in Latin American Experimental Cinema
In film, image usually takes the lead. And it’s real even in the games you find on Slotsgem. But in Latin American experimental cinema, sound is just as important. It doesn’t just support visuals. It becomes the story. It tells, shapes, and reflects. It speaks to political and cultural issues… Read more »
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