Los Lobos performs at Fender legend Abigail Ybarra’s Retirement

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The Fender Custom Shop is both pleased and wistful to announce that one of its most revered employees, “pickup artist” Abigail Ybarra, is retiring after more than 50 years in the Fender family. In celebration, Fender arranged for multiple Grammy … [Read more...]

Univision Communications enters the world of online music players with launch of Uforia for Hispanics

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 Univision Communications announced on April 23 the launch of its new music service Uforia, a new musical strategy in line with Univision’s efforts to position itself as the audio entertainment provider for Hispanic homes, whichever the language … [Read more...]

Ford to support the Latin ReMixx Music Series in Miami, LA and San Antonio

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The Latin Mixx Conference & DJ Choice Awards, presented by Ford, announced that it is expanding its annual outreach and will be adding new Latin Remixx events in Miami, Los Angeles and San Antonio as the event's influence grows beyond its … [Read more...]

Film Blogger Chicana from Chicago sheds insights on Latino films at this year’s LA Film Festival

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The summertime, downtown set, glitzy yet ‘cashz’ LA Film Festival, presented by Film Independent has announced their film lineup today.  The verdict on the Latino rep?  Compared to the last three festivals I’ve examined this … [Read more...]

Web Content Creators Focus on Spanish Speakers

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For several years, networks and channels with programming aimed at Hispanic viewers have been increasing their presence during the annual television industry ritual known as upfront week, when advertisers and agencies are wooed before the coming fall … [Read more...]