Pa La Cultura

Welcome to a Pa La Cultura Yap Session! ☕🎶 Today, we’re talking about the current state of bachata. From live bands vs. track shows to traditional bachata vs. sensual bachata, there are a lot of conversations happening throughout the bachata community right now. As someone who regularly interviews bachata artists and musicians while also being active in the social dance community, I wanted to sh...

In this interview, I sit down with bachata artist Ivan Requinto to talk about how his journey in bachata began, what motivated him to pursue music, and his perspective on today’s industry. We also get into the importance of collaboration in the NYC music scene, performing for audiences outside of bachata spaces, balancing the realities of being an independent artist, and what’s next with his upcom...

In this interview, I sit down with NYC bachatero Savi Rodriguez to talk about his journey into bachata, his thoughts on the idea that the genre is “dying,” and the importance of live music within bachata. We also discuss what it meant for him to have his music featured at the Museum of the City of New York, where he sees bachata heading in the future, and what’s next for him in this stage of his c...

Dame Tu Pasito! 💃🏽✨ | 2-Year Anniversary Interview This interview was really special to me. I sat down with Angely and Beverly, the co-founders behind ¡Dame Tu Pasito!, to talk about their journey, their love for bachata, and how they’ve built something that goes beyond just a party, creating a space centered around community, culture, and connection. This conversation is especially meaningful...

In this interview, I sit down with Liza and Willie to talk about their journey as a bachata duo, how they’ve grown together as artists, and what it’s been like building music while also raising a family. We also discuss their recent single “Adicto a Tu Ausencia,” Liza’s involvement in Bachata Rising Vol. 3: Reina de Corazones , and what’s next for them in this chapter of their career. Follow Pa La...

In this episode of Pa’ La Cultura, we sit down with bachata singer, dancer, and instructor Dakhota Romero. We talk about how she first got into bachata, how dance and music influence each other in her work, and her experience growing as both a performer and instructor. Dakhota also shares the story behind her latest single, Esta Noche, and what the creative process for the track looked like. Follo...

On this episode of Pa La Cultura, I sit down with Ali De Leon, an artist who’s been making waves with her urban sound blending hip hop, reggaeton, trap, and Spanglish and who’s now stepping into bachata. We talk about her journey in music, how her cultural roots influence her sound, and what pushed her to explore bachata after working mostly in urban genres. We also get into a real conversation ab...

I was really intrigued when I heard Romeo Santos and Prince Royce were dropping a whole collab album. Honestly, I didn’t think a full project from them together would deliver… but it completely exceeded my expectations. 🔥 Whether you love it or not, the buzz around Better Late Than Never is amazing for bachata as a whole. No terrible songs here. Just some I vibe with more than others, and I break...

In this episode of Pa La Cultura, we sit down with Abismo Ónix, a groundbreaking bachata metal band that fuses the soulful rhythms of bachata with the raw power of heavy metal. 🎸🤘🏽 We dive deep into their creative process as they blend two seemingly opposite genres while staying true to the heart and essence of both. From the emotional storytelling of bachata to the intensity and rebellion of m...

In this episode I sit down with Anthony Bachata to talk about his journey in bachata, how he got started, what the genre means to him today, and where he hopes it is headed in the future. We also talk about his new single “Siento”, the making of the music video, and what he is working on next. If you love bachata and you are looking for a new artist to follow, tune into this conversation with a ri...

Tune in for our first interview with the amazing bachata artist Jerry Zyno. He opens up about his background, shares his thoughts on the current state of bachata and the future of the genre, and gives us a sneak peek at his current and upcoming projects. If you’re searching for your new favorite bachata artist, look no further. Jerry brings passion and soul to the modern bachata scene. Check out J...