Kany Garcia found many creative ways to keep in touch with her fans during the global pandemic. Thanks to social media, she offered fans weeks of activities, including a day of self-care, cooking, fitness and acoustic sessions.
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previously told Billboard.
“And she told me that absolutely every comment that came in was pure love, beginning with the 100,000 people who became fans that day.”As she continues to celebrate life and love in the midst of Pride Month, the Puerto Rican singer-songwriter now shares an exclusive playlist with five go-to songs that she’s currently listening to.“Congratulations, in this month of pride, to those who fight for our beautiful LGBTIQ plus community, and even more to everyone who has
.Kany Garcia found many creative ways to keep in touch with her fans during the global pandemic. Thanks to social media, she offered fans weeks of activities, including a day of self-care, cooking, fitness and acoustic sessions.
(CNN)Disney+ has scored a hit with the filmed version of "Hamilton," but that success has renewed discussion about how the musical deals with the slaveholders it portrays.While it boasts a diverse cast including creator and star Lin-Manuel Miranda who is of Puerto Rican descent, "Hamilton" has been criticized by those who believe it doesn't accurately portray the horrors of slavery and glosses over the role in it played by America's founding fathers.It's a discussion which kicked off after
Puerto Rican astrologist Walter Mercado, who died last year on Nov. 2, is one of the most recognizable figures in Latinx culture — for his horoscope breakdowns, his bedazzled capes, and above all, his unwavering positivity.
Billboard editors highlight the latest news buzz in Latin music every week. Here's what happened in the Latin music world this week:"Michael X" Inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement, the Puerto Rican rapper turns his feelings into song rapping about racism and police brutality.
Cazzu have joined forces to bring to life the story of a dangerous yet loving relationship in the new “Deportivo” video premiering on Billboard today (July 9).Though this is not the pair's first collaborative effort, Diaz tells Billboard that he’s always been a fan of Cazzu and was in search of the perfect song for a collaboration.“I proposed this song to her and she immediately said yes,” the Puerto Rican artist, part of the NEON16 management roster, says.
Vanderpump Rules star Lala Kent has never been shy about showing off her fabulous physique when she is enjoying some sunshine or a night out with her friends. Kent loves barely-there swimwear, plunging necklines, short skirts, and bare midriffs.
Jazz Tangcay Artisans EditorDocumentary “Mucho Mucho Amor,” from Latinx filmmakers Cristina Costantini (“Science Fair”) and Kareem Tabsch (“The Last Resort”), focuses on the legacy of Walter Mercado, the iconic gender-nonconforming Hispanic astrologer who disappeared from the public eye, choosing to live off the grid in Puerto Rico, before resurfacing to prepare for the opening of a late-in-life exhibition at the HistoryMiami Museum. Cinematographer Peter Alton had worked with Costantini on
Bad Bunny and singer Romeo Santos have emerged as the toast of the 2020 ASCAP Latin Awards.The Puerto Rican artist was named Songwriter of the Year, while Santos claimed the Songwriter/Artist of the Year prize.Daddy Yankee’s Con Calma, featuring Snow, was also a winner, taking the Song of the Year title, while Universal Music Publishing Group officials earned Publisher of the Year, and Kobalt Songs Music Publishing bosses landed Independent Publisher of the Year.The news was announced online on
Walter Mercado enamored audiences with his astrology readings, positivity and words of wisdom for many years. Now audiences will get an intimate look at the iconic Puerto Rican, gender-nonconforming astrologer's life in Netflix's documentary, streaming July 8.The doc captures Mercado's final two years, when he grappled with aging and his legacy, and prepared for one last star-studded spectacle.
Bad Bunny is an advocate for love in every form.
Bad Bunny is an ally to all. The 26-year-old Puerto Rican reggaetonero talks about the importance of loving whoever you want to love, and making sure he stands up for others who don’t have a voice.
Bad Bunny is an ally to all. The 26-year-old Puerto Rican reggaetonero talks about the importance of loving whoever you want to love, and making sure he stands up for others who don't have a voice.«Right now, I am in a position where I feel so free,» Bad Bunny, who stars in two digital covers, tells the publication in a new interview.
Bad Bunny is back! After his absence from social media, the artist has made quite the reappearance. In his last publication, he surprised his followers by saying goodbye to everyone, “Bye, me fui’, the26-year-old from Puerto Rico said.
Nicky Jam is a Latin urban artist with a solid career. The 39-year-old Puerto Rican and Dominican American reggaeton singer/songwriter is already an icon.
Ricky Martin is livin’ la vida quarantine these days. The Puerto Rican singer has been spending quality time with his family while quarantining in Los Angeles.
Raised in Logan Square and Humboldt Park, Jarred A.G. has been living through the push and pull dynamics surrounding him from the streets, a racist America, and the Puerto Rican community.
Dennis Harvey Film CriticA category five hurricane is the least of the perils confronting characters in “Force of Nature.” Set in Puerto Rico during such a tempest, this diverting thriller from director Michael Polish has Emile Hirsch as a cop protecting various apartment building residents (including Kate Bosworth and Mel Gibson) from a murderous gang of thieves.
debuted on Monday, chronicling the iconic astrologer's rise to fame and subsequent disappearance from the public eye. Mercado died on Nov.
November of last year from kidney failure and looks at how he grappled with aging, his legacy and prepared for one last star-studded spectacle.Also Read: 'Mucho Mucho Amor' Film Review: Rapturous Documentary Pays Tribute to Scintillating Oracle Walter Mercado“From the moment I was born, I realized I was not like everybody. Everything about me was different,” Mercado says in the first trailer for the film.
Nicky Jam dropped a surprise freestyle titled “Desahogo” ("Relief") featuring Carla Morrison on Sunday (June 28).To the beat of Morrison’s 2013 single “Disfruto,” Jam opened up about his life struggles, insecurities, and challenging road to success.