José José, Mexico's Prince Of Song, Dies At 71
In Mexico, crowds gathered for a karaoke tribute to legendary singer José José, who died Saturday in Miami. His career spanned decades and his records sold in the millions.
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Nella Wants To Be A Voice Of Hope For Venezuela
Nella's debut album, Voy, is a meditation on the land she's left behind. The work earned her a 2019 Latin Grammy nomination in the category of Best New Artist.
Kristin Chenoweth Is Doing It 'For The Girls'
On her latest album, For The Girls, Kristin Chenoweth covers classic songs originally recorded by women who inspire her and duets with Dolly Parton, Ariana Grande and more.
A Farewell Playlist From Talia Schlanger: 'Songs I'm Taking With Me'
In this farewell playlist, you'll find 100 songs that have challenged or changed Schlanger during her time on World Cafe; songs she'll be taking with her as she goes.
Jennifer Lopez, Shakira Booked For The Super Bowl's 2020 Halftime Show
Super Bowl LIV will be held in Miami next year, and now its halftime show is getting an appropriate infusion of Latin music.
Robert Hunter's Words Helped Bring Life To The Grateful Dead
Robert Hunter was more than another gear spinning within the perpetual motion machine of the Grateful Dead — his songwriting helped define the group's narratives and bloom its philosophies.
Plácido Domingo Out At Metropolitan Opera Following Sexual Misconduct Allegations
The opera star, who has been accused by 20 women, was scheduled to perform Verdi's Macbeth starting on Wednesday night. In an email, he told Met staffers that he will never perform there again.
'I Will Survive' Saves Marginalized People A Spot On The Dance Floor
Recorded after a traumatic period in the singer's life, Gloria Gaynor's disco hit quickly found its true audience: LGBT communities, survivors of domestic violence and others pushed aside by society.
2019 Latin Grammy Nominations: A Big Day for Spaniards
Spanish artists lead the list of nominees, with Alejandro Sanz and Rosalia topping the list — though urbano artists didn't make a big impression.
Vittorio Grigolo, A Prominent Tenor, Has Been Suspended For Alleged Misconduct
The 42-year-old singer was removed from a Royal Opera tour of Japan after alleged sexual misconduct. Grigolo's suspension comes amidst a wider discussion about the subject in the opera world.