By Rick Najera Bad Bunny performed at Coachella in Spanish. Somehow, in 2025, that’s controversial. It shouldn’t be. Let’s rewind. In the 1950s, Desi Arnaz sang “Babalú” entirely in Spanish on primetime television — a […]
There’s something about DJ Quik’s story that hits different when you’re from the barrio — or the hood, or wherever the sidewalks crack and the helicopters hum at night like lullabies made of static and […]
Not only was Dre a genius producer, he was a magician who could turn a bag of chips into a gun
Highland Park, one of Los Angeles’ oldest neighborhoods, has a deep and storied past. In the late 80s and 90s, it became synonymous with gang violence, primarily fueled by Latino and Mexican American communities. York […]
In the summer of 1992, Los Angeles felt like a pressure cooker just after its lid had blown off. The smoke from the recent riots was still lingering in the air, and everything—every street corner, […]
There’s something magical about the Santa Fe Swap Meet. Nestled in the heart of Southern California, this sprawling marketplace serves as more than just a venue for bargain hunters or vendors peddling everything from knockoff […]
For years, lowriders were thought to be tied to gangs and drugs. They’re now being seen more as positive cultural symbols and moving art exhibits as perceptions of them have improved. “60 Minutes” is the […]
From Felipe’s 2017 standup special ‘Translate This’ Track “La Bamba Rebelde” by Las Cafeteras from the album “It’s Time”.
1993 L.A. Party Crews – Posses, Clubs, & Cliques: A Subculture Born in the Streets In 1993, Los Angeles was a city pulsing with underground energy, fueled by youth rebellion and the desire for connection. […]
When I heard Chicano culture had spread to Japan, I wanted to see it for myself. Who knew the culture I grew up with had a home so far from California? I met with stars […]
