Hiram Remón, renowned for his encyclopedic knowledge of the vocal traditions of Latin America, passed at Elmhurst Hospital in Queens, NY Saturday June 14 of natural causes. His death was confirmed by ...

Miamibloco Brings 80-Member Samba Percussion Collective to the Miami Beach Bandshell The massive Bateria Saideira will not fit onstage, so it found a workaround to perform at the outdoor amphitheater.

China will extend its visa-free policy to nationals of Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru and Uruguay, putting some of Latin America's largest economies on equal footing with many European and Asian ...

Bob Dylan Covers the Pogues, Resurrects ‘Mr. Tambourine Man’ at Stunning Tour Launch. Andy Greene. Wed, May 14, 2025 at 3:26 PM UTC. 3 min read. Bob Dylan - Credit: Gary Miller/Getty Images.

When Michelada Festival canceled its 2025 festival last week over the uncertainty around artist visas, the situation rang the alarm for several other Latin music festivals around the country ...

Bob Dylan admirers from around the world over the weekend forked over $1.5 million to own rare memorabilia that was once in the rock legend's possession.. An auction in Nashville boasted the sale ...

Although Gramm will turn 75 on May 2nd, the singer hit the road with Foreigner for their Latin American tour. But while Gramm performed a few songs, guitarist Luis Maldonado helmed most of the vocals.

The tabla, a vital Indian percussion instrument, features two drums played with intricate techniques. Distinct schools, known as gharanas, have emerged, each emphasizing unique techniques and ...

Latin America and the Caribbean host six of the world’s most biodiverse countries, home to a vast array of birds, amphibians, reptiles, mammals, fish, and plants. The region shelters some 60% of the ...

One of Pope Francis’ most controversial moves was to restrict the use of the ancient Latin Mass; he said he did this to promote unity among the Catholic Church.

VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated conservatives with critiques of ...