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Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Becky G, Ivan Cornejo, Maná lead Latinx musicians' response to the ongoing L.A. ICE raids
A number of Latinx musicians have expressed their solidarity and support for immigrant communities via social media in the wake of immigration raids that have resulted in the arrest of 330 people in Southern California and the Central Coast. In a lengthy Instagram video posted Saturday, TV personality and two-time Grammy-nominated singer Chiquis held back tears as she addressed the raids and reminded her fans to 'treat people like you want to be treated.' 'United we stand, divided we fall apart, you guys,' she said. 'If all humans would to get together and be kinder and hold each other's hands and push people a little bit more in a positive way, uplift people, we would be so powerful.' Música Mexicana artist Ivan Cornejo shared in an Instagram post Tuesday that his father had been granted amnesty by the Reagan administration during the '80s. He punctuated his post by sharing the information for the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights and added that he'll continue to raise funds for CHIRLA throughout his tour. 'Words cannot express the sorrow that I feel for my community,' the "Estas Dañada" singer, a native of Riverside, said. 'I see my mom, my dad and myself in many of you. I am speechless at the inhumanity that is affecting our Mexican and Hispanic communities.' Read more: 330 immigrants detained in Southern California and Central Coast; Bass blasts ongoing raids 'The people being attacked today are not 'illegal aliens,' they are human beings with RIGHTS,' pop star Becky G said Tuesday in an Instagram post that paid tribute to her immigrant grandparents. 'We must understand that an attack on them is an attack on OUR DEMOCRACY and an attack on what this country was made to stand for.' Read more: All of L.A. is not a 'war zone.' We separate facts from spin and disinformation amid immigration raids The "Otro Capitulo" singer also shared information about what to do if confronted by immigration agents, and listed several advocacy organizations to support. Los Aptos, a first-generation música Mexicana act band from Indiana, posted a segment of their interview with YouTube podcaster Pepe Garza describing their origins, and called for 'a system that is untouchable no matter what a— is in office.' In the same post, Los Aptos provided information on what to do if ICE knocks on your door and an infographic with the rights a person has if they are arrested. Fuerza Regida, one of the most streamed Latin music acts, offered their 'love and strength' to the Latinx community in an Instagram post Tuesday. 'We've been deeply moved by the events of this past week,' the band wrote in the statement. 'These are our people, our fans, the very communities that inspire our music.' Fher Olvera, the lead singer of legendary rock en español band Maná, posted a video on the group's official Instagram on Wednesday expressing his support for the immigrant community in L.A., and asked protesters to remain peaceful. Read more: ICE raids across L.A. spark backlash; Trump officials vow to continue operations 'That's how you are going to win,' Olvera said in Spanish. Eight-time platinum artist Junior H also chimed in Wednesday, sharing a photo captioned with "No one is illegal in stolen land." The "Rockstar" singer also shared a post from his fashion brand, Sad Boyz Clothing, announcing that a portion of its sales would be donated to "help cover the legal fees for families impacted by ICE Raids." "It's a small gesture, but one we believe matters— because when one of us hurts, we all do," read the company's statement. The normally tight-lipped Texas band Grupo Frontera also chimed in, writing in an Instagram Story on Wednesday that they 'send strength and resilience to our migrant community.' 'We stand with you. As immigrants, we understand the pain, uncertainty and fear that many are experiencing,' the group said. 'It hurts to see our people go through this and that's why we want to speak out. We support you and we will never stop fighting for our community.' Get our Latinx Files newsletter for stories that capture the complexity of our communities. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles Times
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Becky G, Ivan Cornejo, Maná lead Latinx musicians' response to the ongoing L.A. ICE raids
A number of Latinx musicians have expressed their solidarity and support for immigrant communities via social media in the wake of immigration raids that have resulted in the arrest of 330 people in Southern California and the Central Coast. In a lengthy Instagram video posted Saturday, TV personality and two-time Grammy-nominated singer Chiquis held back tears as she addressed the raids and reminded her fans to 'treat people like you want to be treated.' 'United we stand, divided we fall apart, you guys,' she said. 'If all humans would to get together and be kinder and hold each other's hands and push people a little bit more in a positive way, uplift people, we would be so powerful.' Música Mexicana artist Ivan Cornejo shared in an Instagram post Tuesday that his father had been granted amnesty by the Reagan administration during the '80s. He punctuated his post by sharing the information for the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights and added that he'll continue to raise funds for CHIRLA throughout his tour. 'Words cannot express the sorrow that I feel for my community,' the 'Estas Dañada' singer, a native of Riverside, said. 'I see my mom, my dad and myself in many of you. I am speechless at the inhumanity that is affecting our Mexican and Hispanic communities.' 'The people being attacked today are not 'illegal aliens,' they are human beings with RIGHTS,' pop star Becky G said Tuesday in an Instagram post that paid tribute to her immigrant grandparents. 'We must understand that an attack on them is an attack on OUR DEMOCRACY and an attack on what this country was made to stand for.' The 'Otro Capitulo' singer also shared information about what to do if confronted by immigration agents, and listed several advocacy organizations to support. Los Aptos, a first-generation música Mexicana act band from Indiana, posted a segment of their interview with YouTube podcaster Pepe Garza describing their origins, and called for 'a system that is untouchable no matter what a— is in office.' In the same post, Los Aptos provided information on what to do if ICE knocks on your door and an infographic with the rights a person has if they are arrested. Fuerza Regida, one of the most streamed Latin music acts, offered their 'love and strength' to the Latinx community in an Instagram post Tuesday. 'We've been deeply moved by the events of this past week,' the band wrote in the statement. 'These are our people, our fans, the very communities that inspire our music.' Fher Olvera, the lead singer of legendary rock en español band Maná, posted a video on the group's official Instagram on Wednesday expressing his support for the immigrant community in L.A., and asked protesters to remain peaceful. 'That's how you are going to win,' Olvera said in Spanish. Eight-time platinum artist Junior H also chimed in Wednesday, sharing a photo captioned with 'No one is illegal in stolen land.' The 'Rockstar' singer also shared a post from his fashion brand, Sad Boyz Clothing, announcing that a portion of its sales would be donated to 'help cover the legal fees for families impacted by ICE Raids.' 'It's a small gesture, but one we believe matters— because when one of us hurts, we all do,' read the company's statement. The normally tight-lipped Texas band Grupo Frontera also chimed in, writing in an Instagram Story on Wednesday that they 'send strength and resilience to our migrant community.' 'We stand with you. As immigrants, we understand the pain, uncertainty and fear that many are experiencing,' the group said. 'It hurts to see our people go through this and that's why we want to speak out. We support you and we will never stop fighting for our community.'
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Chiquis Writes Her First Children's Book & More Uplifting Moments in Latin Music
From career milestones to new music releases to major announcements and those little important moments, Billboard editors highlight uplifting moments in Latin music. Here's what happened in the Latin music world this week. Earlier this year, Chiquis announced she was writing her first-ever children's book called The Girl Who Sings to Bees. This week, fans can pre-order the book set to hit shelves and online stores on July 15. Filled with life lessons that include healing, grief and confronting bullying, the book 'honors the relationship she had with her mom, finding solace from her grief in their shared love of music by singing to the bees in her abuelita's garden and the power to find her voice despite fear and bullying from peers,' according to a press release. The Girl Who Sings to Bees will go on sale in July and will be available for purchase on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Target, to name a few. Fans can pre-order here. More from Billboard Jon Bellion Was Tired of Songwriters Getting 'Paid F-king Dirt' - So He Flipped the Script With 'Father Figure' Elvis Crespo, Elena Rose, Kapo & More: Vote for the Best New Latin Music This Week The Weeknd Wanders Through Purgatory in 'Baptized in Fear' Music Video Karol G's Con Cora Foundation is taking its third annual Women Ink initiative to Mexico for the first time, after its first two years in Colombia and Spain, respectively. Set to empower female tattoo artists, the weeklong program — helmed by tattoo artists Javi Cinco Ángeles and Juan Ramón RC and taking place in late August — will offer 40 hours of hands-on training and mentorship, where participants will learn the history of tattooing, techniques and aftercare procedures. Women living in Mexico City between the ages of 22 and 40 can apply now through July 1, by visiting the foundation's website. 'Patria y Vida,' the liberty anthem that fueled a new Cuban revolution and won two Latin Grammys in 2021, has become a full-length documentary set to hit U.S. theaters on July 11 via Spanglish Movies. Directed by Beatriz Luengo and starring Yotuel, the film features notable musical figures including Emilio and Gloria Estefan, Camila Cabello, Gente de Zona and Billboard's Leila Cobo. The song — penned by Yotuel (formerly of hip-hop group Orishas), Luengo, Alexander Delgado and Randy Malcom (of Gente de Zona) and Descemer Bueno, and features Cuban voices from within the island, Maykel Osorbo and rapper El Funky — became the anthem of anti-government protests in Cuba. 'I felt we needed to show the two realities: those of us who live outside Cuba, and those who are still on the island, who live the streets there,' Yotuel previously told Billboard. Watch the trailer below: SiriusXM has launched the Siempre Selena radio channel, where for a limited time, fans will enjoy the Queen of Tejano's biggest hits. As part of the channel and ahead of its 30th anniversary, Suzette Quintanilla (sister of the late singer and Los Dinos member), opened up about Selena's Dreaming of You album, released posthumously, and which made history as the first predominately Spanish-language album to ever debut at No. 1 on the all-genre Billboard 200 in 1995. 'When Dreaming of You came out I didn't care,' Quintanilla expressed on the radio show. 'I was too much lost in my grief. I didn't know day or night, I didn't care about anything. And then I learned to love it and to understand what it represents. It hurt for a very long time to be able to listen to this album, but as time went by, I embraced that this is what sister left behind. This was her not completely fulfilling her dream of doing a whole album, but it's OK because at least we got this.' The Siempre Selena channel is available through July 3 on the SiriusXM app, and on satellite channel 79 from June 4 to 10. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Associated Press
25-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
LatiNation Media and Busy Bee Productions Premiere Chiquis' ‘Foodie on the Go' Series Thursday, March 13 at 8:30 P.M. ET/5:30 P.M. PT on LATV, LatiNation Fast Channels, and the LatiNation+ App
Chiquis – Three Time Latin GRAMMY Award Winner, Entrepreneur, and Producer - Shines Spotlight on Restaurants and Small Food Businesses in a New Food and Travel Series First Episode takes Chiquis to Chicago to Visit Volare Italian Restaurant; Episode Two features Solvang, CA, Peasants Feast Restaurant Series Episodes Premiere every Thursday through April 17 LOS ANGELES, Feb. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LatiNation Media, the Latino-owned multiplatform media network for the 18+ audience, will premiere its original docu-series Chiquis' Foodie on the Go on Thursday, March 13 at 8:30 p.m. ET/5:30 p.m. PT on its LATV linear channel, LatiNation FAST channels, and available everywhere on the LatiNation+ app including on iOS and Android . In Foodie on the Go, Chiquis travels across the U.S. to meet top chefs and owners at some of the country's most culturally significant restaurants and join them in their kitchens. She explores the stories and recipes behind beloved local spots and small businesses, highlighting the connection between food, family, and the local community. The series, produced by her Busy Bee Productions and LatiNation Media, will run through April 17. EPISODE ONE (March 13): Chicago – Volare Restaurant Chiquis visits Volare, a renowned family-owned Italian restaurant in Chicago, led by Chef Massimo, a Bologna, Italy native. Together, they prepare two of the restaurant's most popular dishes: squid ink risotto with seafood and tiramisu. Volare has been a community staple for 27 years, serving traditional Italian cuisine with Sardinian influences and modern touches. Chicago, home to the third-largest Italian American population in the U.S., embraces Volare as a culinary cornerstone. EPISODE TWO (March 20): Solvang, CA – Peasants Feast Chiquis explores Solvang, a town with deep Danish heritage in Santa Barbara County on California's central coast, where she meets Chef Michael Cherney at the beloved Peasants Feast. Together, they prepare the restaurant's signature dishes: the Copenhagen Caesar Salad and the Solvang Hot Chicken Sandwich. Chef Michael and his wife, Sarah, opened the restaurant during the pandemic, inspired by their parents' love for food and a desire to honor local farmers. Chiquis is moved by their perseverance, noting how their risk in uncertain times has paid off. Each dish reflects a deep appreciation for love, family, and community. Chiquis said, 'When I travel, one of the first things I do is find the best local restaurants and learn their story. I get inspired by food – who is creating it, the ingredients, the aromas, the brilliant mistakes that make a great dish. I wanted to make a show that tells the journey of inspiring chefs and owners who have their own immigrant story, who have inspired me to connect with their culture through their dishes and the people making and serving the food.' ABOUT THE SERIES: In the 30-minute series Foodie on the Go, Chiquis embarks on epic road trips to uncover the country's most unique and delicious eats. From 5-star restaurants to food trucks, neighborhood staples, and street food carts, each episode features Chiquis engaging with chefs and staff while savoring their creations. Chiquis' natural charm brings out the rich stories behind the food and the vibrant personalities of the people who make it. With a passion for supporting small businesses, the series celebrates local entrepreneurs and their love for cooking and culinary creativity. Locations include Chicago's Volare restaurant, Los Angeles' restaurants Mex Peru Gipsy, and Yang Chow, Miami's iconic Versailles, and Solvang restaurant Peasants Feast. Executive Producers are Chiquis, Richard Bull, Sebastian Jimenez, LatiNation Media's Andres Palencia, Bruno Ulloa, and Flavio Morales. Chiquis' Busy Bee Productions produced the series with LatiNation Media. ABOUT CHIQUIS Chiquis is a dynamic force in the entertainment industry - a three-time Latin GRAMMY award-winning artist, 2025 GRAMMY nominee, businesswoman, entrepreneur, author, and media personality. Her journey to success is marked by remarkable achievements and a relentless drive to inspire and empower others. In 2024, Chiquis released her fifth studio album, Diamantes, which earned her a third Latin GRAMMY for Best Banda Music Album and a 2025 GRAMMY nomination for Best Música Mexicana Álbum. Beyond music, she has her top-rated podcast, 'Chiquis and Chill,' and a thriving social media presence, allowing Chiquis to continue to connect with millions of fans around the globe. In 2023, Chiquis expanded her reach by co-founding Busy Bee Productions alongside established industry professionals Sebastian Jimenez and Richard Bull. Committed to creating impactful and inclusive content, the company aims to amplify diverse voices and share authentic stories that resonate with audiences worldwide. Busy Bee Productions' first project was the 'Chiquis Sin Filtro' docu-series, which became VIX's #1-rated show in the United States. About LatiNation Media LatiNation Media is a bilingual, multi-platform media company whose mission is to transform Latino representation in the modern media landscape by creating content that organically represents today's Latino experience. We distribute across every platform, including linear TV, streaming, web, mobile, and social media. LatiNation Media's brands include Latino Alternative Television (LATV) linear and LatiNation FAST Network, LatiNation Digital, LatiNation Studios, and LatiNation Creative. Grounded in over two decades of award-winning bilingual content, its flagship linear channel LATV is seen in 81% of U.S. Hispanic Households and the top 43 U.S. DMAs. The company's Digital Ad Network reaches over 68% of the U.S. population. LatiNation content emphasizes Latino culture, Latina empowerment, and LGBTQ+ and Afro-Latino pride. For more information, visit Contacts:
Yahoo
31-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Grammy nominee Chiquis can't enough of true crime, cardio and this Becky G album
USA TODAY and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article. Pricing and availability subject to cream of the music crop is going for Grammys gold this weekend, but Chiquis has already made it into the "herstory" books. "Música Mexicana is at its best moment ever," says Chiquis of the competition at Sunday's 67th annual Grammy Awards. The Mexican American singer-songwriter's latest album, "Diamantes," is nominated for best Música Mexicana album (including Tejano). Aside from eyeing her first Grammy win, Chiquis is going head-to-head with male superstars Peso Pluma, Carin León and Jessi Uribe as the sole female nominee. She found herself in the same position at November's Latin Grammy Awards, where she took home the award for best banda album. "There's so much talent," Chiquis tells USA TODAY. "To be recognized in this already very difficult place to be ... and to be again the only woman, we're making herstory." Chiquis comes from Latin pop royalty. How the regional Mexican star found her own crown When Chiquis isn't performing or breaking down musical barriers, the singer keeps herself replenished with sweaty workouts, true crime television and soulful Mexican music. Here are some of her essentials. For Chiquis, the harmony between body and mind is indispensable. "I need to sweat at least four times a week," she says. "I feel like that is a game-changer for me. It's super essential for my mental health." The singer's go-to workout regimen consists of a mix of weight training and cardio exercises. While Chiquis is the first to admit she's not a runner at heart, she knows "cardio is just really good for all of us" and likes to get aerobic with incline walking or in the Peloton saddle. "If I get on the treadmill, I like to feel out of breath, so I like to do an incline," Chiquis says. Chiquis' beverage of choice these days? A bottle of good ol' H20. "In a world that drinks so much coffee and trust me, I drink a lot of coffee and tea, we need to stay hydrated," she says. While the "Quiero Amanecer Con Alguien" singer has a collection of Stanley cups to keep her hydrated on the go, her favorite water bottle as of late is the HyrdroJug, known for its built-in straw and insulated interior. "It's awesome," Chiquis says. "So, I'm that girl. I'm carrying the damn thing everywhere: the gym, the grocery store, in the car." When she's not indulging in reality TV ("sMothered," "I Love a Mama's Boy") or rewatching her favorite "chick flicks" ("The Notebook," "Me Before You"), Chiquis loves to put on her thinking cap with true crime, including series such as "Forensic Files" and "Snapped." "I started watching all that stuff because of my mom," she says. Chiquis' late mother, regional Mexican icon Jenni Rivera, died in a 2012 plane crash at the age of 43. "She would fall asleep with it, and I started falling asleep with it as well," she says. "Now I've learned through therapy we have to be careful with what we watch right before we go to sleep, but I just love figuring things out. "I feel like I'd be a very good detective. I watch so much of it that now I'm like, 'Oh, I know they're going to get caught because of this.' … I already figured it out before they did." Chiquis honors mother Jenni Rivera: Singer's children accept posthumous Hollywood star Emotional pop soundscapes from Ariana Grande ("Eternal Sunshine") and Billie Eilish ("Hit Me Hard and Soft") have been filling Chiquis' playlist. But she also has a spot for fellow Latin pop singer and "Cuidadito" collaborator Becky G, who recently released her fourth album "Encuentros." "I sent her a message. I was like, 'Dude, your album is so freakin' good, every song. I can listen to all of it,'" she says. "I'm so proud of her." Chiquis' favorite from the regional Mexican LP? "I love 'Todo.' I can listen to that song 10 times, over and over. … She sounds amazing." Becky G talks tour essentials: Family, '90s hip-hop and the Wim Hof Method Chiquis turns to the pages of Chuck Chapman's "Finding Your Way Without Losing Yourself: The Path of Integrity" as a guide for authenticity. "There's always been something with the word 'integrity' that I feel is really important to me," she says. "I can portray on social media, and we can all be good people on social media, but it's really who you are behind closed doors when no one else is watching but God." For Chiquis, the self-help book is "an amazing reminder of being a good person with good intentions and being yourself unapologetically." "For so long, it was that people-pleasing thing of, 'I don't want to disappoint anyone.' You're looking for people's approval," Chiquis reflects. But "this is what's important to me and my integrity. I need to feel whole." This interview has been edited for length and clarity. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Grammys 2025 nominee Chiquis loves Becky G, cardio and true crime
