Beyond the beats and bars, "Vol. 53" marked Shakira's turning point. After years of mainly staying out of the spotlight ...

Faced with the challenge of addressing a musical style that depicts cartel violence, local governments across Mexico have increasingly banned performances and pursued criminal investigations of bands ...

Exploring the enduring importance of 'Riot!', the 1968 Fania album released by New York Latin soul pioneer Joe Bataan, which reflected the politics of the era.