Rafael Ithier, the legendary founder and musical director of El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, passed away on December 7, 2025, marking the end of an era in salsa history. As the architect behind “La Universidad de la Salsa,” Ithier shaped global Latin music for more than six decades. This article explores his life, legacy, and the worldwide tributes honoring his monumental impact on Puerto Rican culture and the evolution of salsa.
The compilation Planta Industrial – Punk Wave Sin Barreras Vol. 1 delivers a raw, unapologetic snapshot of Latin punk’s underground energy. With blistering instrumentation and politically charged lyrics, the collection offers a gritty vision of resistance and identity — while still leaving space for its artists to evolve. A must‑listen for fans of punk’s rebellious spirit and those curious about Latin America’s countercultural voice.
Romeo Santos and Prince Royce have announced their first-ever joint album, Better Late Than Never, marking a historic moment for bachata. With their contrasting styles — Romeo’s traditional, Aventura-rooted sound and Royce’s more pop-forward approach — the collaboration raises fascinating questions about direction, marketing, and global appeal, especially with its English-language title. Fans are eager for the release, but only its debut will reveal how the album performs sonically, commercially, and culturally.
Rauw Alejandro’s El Choliseo residency in Puerto Rico delivers a genre-defying spectacle, blending nostalgic 1950s salsa vibes with edgy, apocalyptic visuals. Highlights include his live performance of Caribeño with Dominican Bronx artist Saso Worldwide and tracks from his latest album that fuse reggaeton, electro-house, bomba plena, and dembow, making this residency a must-see for Latin music fans.
Mexican reggaetón duo Cachirula y Loojan delivered a show-stopping performance, transforming the stage into a vibrant Reggaetón world with daisies, 3D graphics, and Tuzza Style’s playful “university” ensembles. With hits from Sexolandia and Sexolandia 2, they’re pushing Reggaetón Mexa forward and proving their Coachella 2026 appearance is well-deserved.
Bad Bunny dominated the 2025 Latin Grammys with five major wins, including his first-ever Album of the Year award for DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS. Discover how his culturally rich project reshaped the landscape of Latin urban music and marked a historic moment for Puerto Rican representation on the global stage.
La Gabi y Shadow Blow presentan su primera colaboración oficial con “Al Otro Día”, un tema que celebra la vida, el amor y la diversidad. El videoclip destaca por su estética inclusiva, mostrando modelos de distintos tonos de piel que realzan la energía y el mensaje del proyecto en la música urbana latina.
Rauw Alejandro’s Cosa Nuestra is a bold, sonically rich return to his Puerto Rican roots—blending old-school reggaetón, funk, and hip-hop with futuristic flair. This review breaks down why it’s one of his most intentional and satisfying projects to date.
El Reggaetón Mexa ha surgido como la nueva ola de música urbana en México, fusionando ritmos tradicionales del reggaetón con la identidad, jerga y cultura mexicanas. Artistas como Abee La Sensación, El Malilla, Cachirula y Loojan, Bellakath y Yeri Mua lideran esta escena que, en apenas cinco años, ha consolidado su propio sonido y estilo dentro de la historia global del reggaetón. Descubre sus raíces, evolución y cómo México está transformando el género.
Chicago’s Lester Rey reinvents Boogaloo, blending salsa, soul, and house with queer and Latinx voices to create a vibrant sound rooted in heritage.
