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 […]
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 […]
