Esta semana he decidido hacer algo diferente. En celebración del nuevo disco de JarabedePalo, “Somos” (página #35 de Kesta Happening) y el concierto de la banda el 27 de marzo en Echostage, le he escrito una carta abierta a Pau Donés, voz y corazón de Jarabe. Esta carta surge como respuesta al blog de Pau titulado … Continue reading
En Primera Fila con Cristian Castro
*Article published in Kesta Happening Magazine on October 2013 edition* There are three things that are common among all Latinos and never fail to get us all worked up commenting left and right. First you have your sports, Copa Mundial 2014 here we come! Then you have your beauty queens and beauty pageants Miss Universe … Continue reading
Musical Art with Café Tacvba at The Fillmore Silver Spring
As the lights dimmed and the crowd got even bigger, Cafeta stepped on stage and the musical voyage began with the chords of “Pájaros” from the new album El Objeto Antes Llamado Disco. Rubén, Quique, Meme and Joselo gave us over two hours of musical art with a huge sampling of their vast catalog. “El Baile … Continue reading
The Musical Universe Known as Café Tacvba
*Article published in Kesta Happening Magazine on September 2013 edition* Summer is winding down and the air begins to change as Fall comes around. Those nights that are perfect to sit and listen to the wind are here. Maybe it’s me or maybe it’s the universe but I can’t help but hear the wind whisper … Continue reading
Home Grown Musical Fusion From Zakke
*Article published in Kesta Happening Magazine on July 2013* Here at Kesta, we love to support our local talent. Entertainment, venues, food or music, when its home grown in the DMV Kesta will always let you know about it first. This month, we want you to know about Latin Fusion band Zakke. Check out why their … Continue reading
Carlos Vives: Making Summer Memories, Como Le Gusta A Mi Pueblo
*Article published in Kesta Happening Magazine on June 2013* Of all the seasons of the year, summer is the most unforgettable. It hosts glistening beaches and ritzy rivers, sizzling sunshine and fruity drinks. The sound of music is everywhere you go. What’s not to love about summer? Summer also marks the start of one very important thing: SUMMER CONCERTS! Every year, music transforms … Continue reading
Novalima Presents the New Sounds of Lima with a Global Appeal
*Article published in Kesta Happening Magazine on August 2013 edition* Latin America is a vast and ample soundscape that is an endless source of inspiration, fusion and novelty. This month, Peruvian natives Novalima and their ever evolving sound will bring us a taste of global fusion with an amazing Peruvian flair right here in Washington DC. Kesta … Continue reading
DY Controlando El Género: Daddy Yankee, El Jefe of the Urban Latino Sound
*Article published in Kesta Happening Magazine in the May 2013 edition* It doesn’t matter if you know his as El Cangri or The Big Boss, the truth is this: You have bopped your head, swayed your hips and gotten down low with at least one of his songs and had an awesome time doing it. … Continue reading
The Interpreter of the New Century: David Bisbal Brings His Acoustic Tour To Washington D.C.
*Article published in Kesta Happening Magazine on October 2012 edition* How do you celebrate a successful decade as a music recording artist and interpreter? You present your best known songs with new acoustic arrangements in an intimate format for your fans. That’s exactly how David Bisbal will be celebrating a decade of hits and success … Continue reading
DC Got Loco with Locos Por Juana
The summer heat couldn’t stop cumbia lovers to gather at The Artisphere for a night full of heat, percussion and of course, cumbia with the Colombian Electro-Cumbia and Ska vibe makers Locos Por Juana. The night started off to a pulsing pace with DJ Mafe and Empresarios. These guys got the crowd on their feet and ready for … Continue reading