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 […]
NELA native Orlando Padilla stands at the crossroads of his past and present, where he founded The Chronic as a way to build a brand that truly represents the cannabis community. Drawing from his rich […]
Los Angeles is home to hundreds of street gangs, including some of the most dangerous Latino gangs in the country. “Negra” was a part of one of these gangs in the 1990’s, at the height […]
In the heart of Los Angeles, 1997 was not just another year. It was the year when the streets echoed with the beats of deep house and hard house music, the year when party crews […]
Salma Hayek is an Academy Award-nominated actress and film producer who has been a leading box-office draw for decades—from Desperado to Frida, to The Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard and many more. Her latest is the highly […]
Boyle Heights, a vibrant neighborhood in Los Angeles, is poised to rekindle the flamboyant spirit of the iconic zoot suit fashion by introducing a Zoot Suit Heritage Week. This initiative, in collaboration with the City […]
In a groundbreaking development for the fashion industry, two visionary entrepreneurs from Mexico, Adrian Lopez Velarde and Marte Cazarez, have successfully pioneered a sustainable and cruelty-free alternative to traditional animal leather. Their innovation, known as […]
The 1990s was an era of great cultural change and musical innovation. One genre that emerged during this time was Latin freestyle music, which was popularized in cities like Los Angeles and New York. Although […]
Chicano Park: A Symbol of Resistance and Community Celebration For many Mexican Americans and Chicanos in the United States, Chicano Park in San Diego, California, is a place of pride and celebration. Since its creation […]
