Another summer, another playlist.
President Barack Obama has dropped his list of 44 songs of the summer on social media. As usual, it’s an eclectic mix of pop, r&b, and hip hop tracks. The list is dominated by old school tracks like Prince’s “Let’s Go Crazy,” “Dancing In The Dark” by Bruce Springsteen, “Blue and Green” by Miles Davis and many others. That isn’t surprising as he would naturally select songs from the era he grew up in, or music he grew up with in his family household.
“Every year, I get excited to share my summer playlist because I learn about so many new artists from your replies—it’s an example of how music really can bring us all together. Here’s what I’ve been listening to this summer. What songs would you add?”
Every year, I get excited to share my summer...
President Barack Obama has dropped his list of 44 songs of the summer on social media. As usual, it’s an eclectic mix of pop, r&b, and hip hop tracks. The list is dominated by old school tracks like Prince’s “Let’s Go Crazy,” “Dancing In The Dark” by Bruce Springsteen, “Blue and Green” by Miles Davis and many others. That isn’t surprising as he would naturally select songs from the era he grew up in, or music he grew up with in his family household.
“Every year, I get excited to share my summer playlist because I learn about so many new artists from your replies—it’s an example of how music really can bring us all together. Here’s what I’ve been listening to this summer. What songs would you add?”
Every year, I get excited to share my summer...
- 7/27/2022
- by Valerie Complex
- Deadline Film + TV
Now in its third year, the music and food festival Tropicália touches down on Los Angeles November 9th and 10th. Organized in conjunction with Goldenvoice and local news outlet L.A. Taco, Tropicália — not to be confused with the Brazilian pop movement of the same name — owes its continued success to its expertly curated lineup, which celebrates some of Latin America’s biggest weirdos, rebels and visionaries.
There is arguably no other festival in the world that would give top billing to norteño outlaws Los Tigres del Norte and young R&b-pop star Kali Uchis.
There is arguably no other festival in the world that would give top billing to norteño outlaws Los Tigres del Norte and young R&b-pop star Kali Uchis.
- 11/8/2019
- by Suzy Exposito
- Rollingstone.com
Colombian duo Bomba Estéreo link up with their American analog Sofi Tukker in the sweltering electro-cumbia track, “Playa Grande.” Written and recorded in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, the new song is matched with a trippy video, which was shot near Bomba frontwoman Liliana Saumet’s home in Santa Marta, Colombia.
Directed by Mac Boucher — best known for his work with sister Grimes — the psychedelic new clip follows the foursome as they rove Costeño Beach on horseback, and prepare a series of rituals ahead of a bonfire party. Saumet plays a supreme deity of the sea,...
Directed by Mac Boucher — best known for his work with sister Grimes — the psychedelic new clip follows the foursome as they rove Costeño Beach on horseback, and prepare a series of rituals ahead of a bonfire party. Saumet plays a supreme deity of the sea,...
- 5/31/2019
- by Suzy Exposito
- Rollingstone.com
Colombian party starters Bomba Estéreo and Systema Solar banded together on Friday to release their bouncy new stand-alone single, “Carnavalera.”
Both champions of Colombian dance music in their own respects, Bomba Estéreo and Systema Solar recorded the track in celebration of Carnaval season in Barranquilla — the spiritual home of the folkloric rhythm and dance known as cumbia, as well as the birthplace of superstars like Joe Arroyo and Shakira. By their act of electro-funk cumbia fusion, the two bands envision a world much like the beloved coastal city during Carnaval,...
Both champions of Colombian dance music in their own respects, Bomba Estéreo and Systema Solar recorded the track in celebration of Carnaval season in Barranquilla — the spiritual home of the folkloric rhythm and dance known as cumbia, as well as the birthplace of superstars like Joe Arroyo and Shakira. By their act of electro-funk cumbia fusion, the two bands envision a world much like the beloved coastal city during Carnaval,...
- 3/29/2019
- by Suzy Exposito
- Rollingstone.com
It’s not an easy decision to leave behind what you know in pursuit of your passions. Bogotá natives, Bomba Estéreo, made that bold decision and never looked back, forging their own path in the music industry. Struggling to earn the respect of fellow Colombians, they relocated to the United States to make a name for themselves as a Latin group in the mainstream music scene. Through happy accidents, like a surprise performance at Central Park’s Summer Stage, Li Saumet and Simón Mejía recount the moments in their career...
- 11/5/2018
- by Rolling Stone
- Rollingstone.com
Marc Anthony released “Está Rico,” a propulsive, lighthearted collaboration with Latin trap star Bad Bunny and noted “In My Feelings”-challenge-participant Will Smith on Friday.
This song alternates between two modes. The core of “Está Rico” is a nimble, light-footed beat, with pianos that hint at the salsa that made Anthony a superstar in the Nineties. But there’s also a heavy-handed trap section, a concession to Bad Bunny, whose presence ensures that “Está Rico” will be streamed millions of times. Smith raps silly come-ons, while Anthony sings with his...
This song alternates between two modes. The core of “Está Rico” is a nimble, light-footed beat, with pianos that hint at the salsa that made Anthony a superstar in the Nineties. But there’s also a heavy-handed trap section, a concession to Bad Bunny, whose presence ensures that “Está Rico” will be streamed millions of times. Smith raps silly come-ons, while Anthony sings with his...
- 9/28/2018
- by Elias Leight
- Rollingstone.com
Following their electrifying appearance at this year’s Lollapalooza, Grammy-nominated Colombian duo Bomba Estéreo has detailed their biggest U.S. headline tour to date. The band celebrated the news with a new video for “Amar Así,” the latest single from their 2017 album Ayo; it is the band’s first release since the viral remix of “To My Love,” crafted by reggaeton kingpin Tainy.
Whereas most Bomba Estéreo videos see frontwoman Li Saumet (or her child alter ego) strutting across the screen in bright colors, “Amar Así” depicts a budding romance...
Whereas most Bomba Estéreo videos see frontwoman Li Saumet (or her child alter ego) strutting across the screen in bright colors, “Amar Así” depicts a budding romance...
- 8/7/2018
- by Suzy Exposito
- Rollingstone.com
The Lollapalooza music festival starts up Thursday and Red Bull TV is once again providing a live stream for all the fans who couldn’t make it out to Chicago.
Live coverage beings Thursday at 4 p.m. Pt and continues Friday, Saturday, and Sunday kicking off at 12 p.m. Pt from Grant Park.
The Weeknd, Bruno Mars, Jack White, Arctic Monkeys, Travis Scott, the National, Vampire Weekend, and Odesza are the main headliners with Tyler, the Creator, Catfish and the Bottlemen, Daniel Caesar, Logic, Brockhampton, and many others appearing.
On Channel 1, Franz Ferdinand kicks off the festival at 4:05 p.m. Pt(all times listed below are Pt), with the following acts being Khalid at 5 p.m. and Arctic Monkeys at 7 p.m. Channel 2 features Lany at 4:05 p.m., Chvrches at 5:05 p.m., and Rezz 6:10 p.m.
On Friday, Channel 1 showcases Rebelution at 1:15 p.
Live coverage beings Thursday at 4 p.m. Pt and continues Friday, Saturday, and Sunday kicking off at 12 p.m. Pt from Grant Park.
The Weeknd, Bruno Mars, Jack White, Arctic Monkeys, Travis Scott, the National, Vampire Weekend, and Odesza are the main headliners with Tyler, the Creator, Catfish and the Bottlemen, Daniel Caesar, Logic, Brockhampton, and many others appearing.
On Channel 1, Franz Ferdinand kicks off the festival at 4:05 p.m. Pt(all times listed below are Pt), with the following acts being Khalid at 5 p.m. and Arctic Monkeys at 7 p.m. Channel 2 features Lany at 4:05 p.m., Chvrches at 5:05 p.m., and Rezz 6:10 p.m.
On Friday, Channel 1 showcases Rebelution at 1:15 p.
- 8/2/2018
- by Ellis Clopton
- Variety Film + TV
Red Bull TV will livestream Lollapalooza 2018 with performances from Jack White, Post Malone, Vampire Weekend, the Weeknd, Arctic Monkeys, the National, Odesza, Khalid, Chvrches, Zedd, LL Cool J, Walk the Moon, Manchester Orchestra and more. Coverage from Grant Park in Chicago, Illinois will begin Thursday, August 2nd at 7 p.m. Et and continue on Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 3 p.m. Et each day.
BØRNS, Chromeo, Greta Van Fleet, Gucci Mane, James Bay, Logic, Lykke Li, the Vaccines, Tycho and Tyler, the Creator will also appear in Red Bull’s broadcast of the fest.
BØRNS, Chromeo, Greta Van Fleet, Gucci Mane, James Bay, Logic, Lykke Li, the Vaccines, Tycho and Tyler, the Creator will also appear in Red Bull’s broadcast of the fest.
- 8/2/2018
- by Ryan Reed
- Rollingstone.com
There is a musical love story that is brewing between The Chainsmokers and Bomba Estéreo. It all went down at the 2016 American Music Awards when a reporter told the duo that they have a huge Latino following, then they were asked if they would collaborate with someone from the Latin market. That's when the group's Andrew Taggart said, "Do you know Bomba Estéreo? I'm obsessed with them." Then Alex Pall revealed that they had planned to perform with them in the past, but Taggart had an injury that didn't allow them to perform. "We'd love to, we're always open-minded to do collaborations like that. We're just...
- 11/22/2016
- E! Online
This little girl is all the sassiness you'll need for today. Bomba Estéreo just premiered their music video for their song "Soy Yo," and it's everything we didn't know we wanted. The clip features an empowering young girl that should probably be our spirit animal. She loves herself and owns it. She's proud of having a unique and disregards what other kids think of her. And that's pretty cool. "The video concept was perfect for a song that touches on bullying and intolerance, issues that worry all of us. The way the story in the clip handles those issues is very different and it gives our song a whole new meaning," lead singer Li Saumet told Billboard...
- 9/9/2016
- E! Online
Will Smith is going to Boom! Shake-shake-shake the room again—and on a larger level, pretty soon! Last fall, the 47-year-old actor returned to his rap roots for the first time in 10 years, appearing on the remix of Bomba Estéreo's "Fiesta." On the BBC talk series The Graham Norton Show, in an episode airing Friday, he revealed plans for a larger music comeback, which includes new tracks and a tour with, yes, fellow Fresh Prince of Bel-Air alum and longtime collaborator DJ Jazzy Jeff, 51. "We've recorded about 25 songs and have four or five I actually like," said Will, who last released an album in 2005. "Jeff and I will be back...
- 1/29/2016
- E! Online
Will Smith had the support of his gorgeous wife, Jada, and his 23-year-old son, Trey, at the Latin Grammys in Las Vegas on Thursday. The actor and rapper walked the red carpet and posed for both sweet and silly photos with his family members, and Jada stunned in a sexy sheer dress. Will made his big return to the music industry during the show, hitting the stage with Colombian band Bomba Estéreo to perform their song "Fiesta." In addition to celebrating the success of his new music, Will is also garnering award season buzz for his role in the football film Concussion, which hits theaters on Christmas Day. He attended a premiere for the movie in La earlier this month and had his father, Will Smith Sr., by his side for a special screening in NYC. Keep reading to see all the fun photos from Will's night at the Latin Grammys,...
- 11/20/2015
- by Brittney Stephens
- Popsugar.com
Will Smith's Latin Grammy Awards Performance Makes Us That Much More Excited About His Upcoming Tour
This just in: Will Smith can still bring the house down. The rapper took the Latin Grammy Awards stage tonight to perform "Fiesta," his latest collaboration with Bomba Estéreo. The Latin artist opened the performance in an elaborate get-up that included a very colorful headpiece while numerous dancers took the stage. As she continued singing the opening of the song, lasers and lights mixed with the catchy beat made you feel like you were at a Latino rave, and then, you heard a familiar voice—it's the Fresh Prince, y'all! Smith showcased his bilingual skills by rapping part of his verse in Spanish while also getting the crowd pumped and on their feet. Wife Jada Pinkett Smith...
- 11/20/2015
- E! Online
Will Smith has appeared in his first music video in over a decade. Smith partnered with Colombian group Bomba Estéreo on a remix of their song, “Fiesta.” The movie star met the group during a recent trip to Colombia and approached them about collaborating on a new song. Smith first came to national attention rapping under the name The Fresh Prince alongside DJ Jazzy Jeff. The two earned a Grammy for the song “Parents Just Don’t Understand” and had multiple hits like the song “Summertime.” After Smith’s acting career took off, he began rapping less and less. Also...
- 10/16/2015
- by Joe Otterson
- The Wrap
Stop. Everything. This Is Not A Drill! After shocking fans with his return to music recently, Will Smith has revealed that he's also planning to go on a world tour next summer with none other than his longtime sidekick and partner in crime, DJ Jazzy Jeff! During a truly entertaining interview with Zane Lowe's Beats 1 radio show, Smith hinted that he's "pretty certain" he'll take on his first world tour in the summer of 2016, and that Jazzy Jeff will be accompanying him on the road if it does take place. The news comes on the heels of the star dropping the remix of Bomba Estéreo's "Fiesta," an attempt of Smith "shaking the rust off, knocking the dust off," as...
- 10/6/2015
- E! Online
Now this is the story all about how … Will Smith returned to music after 10 years out of the game. The actor gets back to his rapping roots on the remix of Bomba Estéreo’s “Fiesta,” which dropped on Friday, Oct. 2, and the results are amazing. On the catchy dance track, Smith, 47, raps in both English and Spanish in collaboration with the Colombian band. “When I was told that Will Smith wanted to collaborate on a remix with Bomba, I couldn’t believe it,” band founder and [...]...
- 10/2/2015
- Us Weekly
Big Willie is back! From "Gettin' Jiggy Wit It" to "Mr. Niceguy," it's been over a decade since Will Smith has dropped some new music. And if you're a fan of the actor's songs, you'll love his new collaboration on Bomba Estereo's track, "Fiesta." Check out the video above to hear Will's remix! While it does seem a little random that the "Suicide Squad" star would make his return to music now, Smith found some inspiration during a recent getaway to Colombia. It was on the trip that the 47-year-old first heard the Grammy-nominated group's electro track, according to Rolling Stone. Naturally, Smith decided to approach to the musicians to see if they would be interested in collaborating on a remix. "When I was told that Will Smith wanted to collaborate on a remix with Bomba, I couldn't believe it," Bomba Estéreo's founder/instrumentalist Simón Mejia said in a statement.
- 10/2/2015
- by tooFab Staff
- TooFab
It's been ten years since Will Smith gifted us with a musical offering. And can I say? "Switch" was a good single. For a song with a clap-along beat and the lyric "This a club, girl / Why you arrive naked?", it's pretty rad. Now Will returns with "Suicide Squad"-like intensity to music by way of a guest appearance on Colombian group Bomba Estéreo's "Fiesta (Remix)". And maybe he's lost his morals, because there is a swear word present. Serviceably danceable, no? Too bad Will Smith made a pact with the devil and included the phrase "hot shit" around the 1:14 mark, tarnishing his record of a cuss-free discography. And then he follows up with a Sofia Vergara reference to double-down on cool points. Kids love Emmy-nominated primetime actresses. Facts are facts. Now that I'm done making fun of Will Smith, I'm going to listen to this again. It might actually be hot shit.
- 10/2/2015
- by Louis Virtel
- Hitfix
Will Smith reminded fans of what made him famous in the first place by releasing his first new song in over a decade on Friday. Smith partnered with Colombian group Bomba Estéreo on a remix of their song, “Fiesta.” Smith met the group during a recent trip to Colombia and approached them about collaborating on a new song. Smith and the group recently completed shooting on a new music video, which will be released in the near future, according to Rolling Stone. Smith will also rap in Spanish in the video. See Video: 'Suicide Squad' Explained: All You Need to Know About Supervillain.
- 10/2/2015
- by Joe Otterson
- The Wrap
Big Willie's back, y'all! Will Smith has returned to his rap roots for the first time in 10 years, and his new track is fire. Smith appears on the remix of Bomba Estéreo's "Fiesta," and you better believe this track is one hell of a party. Seriously, listen to this song without getting up to dance. You can't. You can't not get jiggy with this. It's actually impossible. The rapper spits rhymes in both English and Spanish over the Colombian band's dance anthem. One clue that the 47-year-old rapper-turned-actor may have been planning a collab? His congratulatory Facebook post for the band's Latin Grammy noms. Instead of dropping a new...
- 10/2/2015
- E! Online
Remember "Switch"? That was a long time ago, but don't worry — Will is back (kind of). He appears in English and Spanish for Bomba Estéreo and the Colombian band's Latin Grammy–nominated song "Fiesta." "When I was told that Will Smith wanted to collaborate on a remix with Bomba, I couldn't believe it," band founder Simón Mejía said in a statement. "This opportunity to work with Will was beyond anything we have dreamed of ... It's just magic." Without further ado — magic:...
- 10/2/2015
- by Sean Fitz-Gerald
- Vulture
Looking forward to SXSW 2015 already? Here's your first taste of the musical lineup. Jessie Ware (watch her "Say You Love Me" video below), The Dodos and Ben Kweller are just a few of the better-known artists who have been announced for the festival, which will take place in Austin, Texas from March 13-22 (the music portion is slated for March 17-22). Check out the full preliminary list of artists below, and stay tuned for updates as more names are announced. Agoraphobia (Boiro Spain) Agosto (Buenos Aires Argentina) Alvvays (Toronto Canada) Angus & Julia Stone (Sydney Australia) Babes (New Orleans La) Baby In Vain (Copenhagen Denmark) Lee Bains III & the Glory Fires (Birmingham Al) Ballet School (Berlin Germany) Ball Park Music (Sydney Australia) The Barberettes (Seoul South Korea) Courtney Barnett (Melbourne Australia) James Bay (Hitchin UK-england) Be Forest (Pesaro Italy) Big Phony (Seoul South Korea) Bishop Nehru (New York NY) Blacklist Royals...
- 10/22/2014
- by Chris Eggertsen
- Hitfix
Seattle’s Bumbershoot festival, held Aug. 30-Sept. 1, at Seattle Center, will have a little something for everyone this year. Headliners include veteran rockers Elvis Costello & The Imposters and The Replacements, rap acts J. Cole and Wu-Tang Clan, and relative newcomers Foster the People and The Head and The Heart. Also on the diverse bill are Panic! At the Disco, Schoolboy Q, Capital Cities, Neon Trees, The Afghan Whigs, Hurray for the Riff Raff, Mission of Burma, Los Lobos, Bootsy Collins, The Both, Walk the Moon, The Dismemberment Plan, Real Estate, and about 75 other acts. Of particular interest are Big Star’s Third, a collection of artists who come together to play the rock band’s third album, a cult favorite known as “Third” and “Sister Lovers.” The collective usually includes Big Star drummer Jody Stephens as well as others either affiliated with Big Star or acolytes. Here’s what the...
- 5/9/2014
- by By Melinda Newman
- Hitfix
Summer concert season is fast approaching and the folks at Lollapalooza 2014 made a huge announcement this week.
The three-day festival (August 1st- 3rd) will feature headliners like Eminem, Outkast, Kings of Leon, Skrillex and Arctic Monkeys when things kick off at Chicago’s Grant Park.
Other big name acts on the bill include Foster the People, Lorde, The Avett Brothers, Zedd, Nas, Broken Bells and Delta Rae.
The 2014 Lollapalooza Festival lineup is:
Eminem
Outkast
Kings of Leon
Arctic Monkeys
Calvin Harris
Skrillex
Lorde
Foster the People
The Avett Brothers
Zedd
Krewella
Sebastian Ingrosso
Above & Beyond
Nas
Childish Gambino
Broken Bells
Spoon
Cage the Elephant
Interpol
The Head and the Heart
Young the Giant
Lykke Li
Chase & Status
Chance the Rapper
Phantogram
cut/copy
Flosstradamus
Chvrches
Fitz & the Tantrums
Chromeo
The Glitch Mob
Grouplove
Darkside
Portugal the Man
Gramatik
The 1975
Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike
Jenny Lewis
Rebelution
AFI
Manchester Orchestra
Glen Hansard
J.
The three-day festival (August 1st- 3rd) will feature headliners like Eminem, Outkast, Kings of Leon, Skrillex and Arctic Monkeys when things kick off at Chicago’s Grant Park.
Other big name acts on the bill include Foster the People, Lorde, The Avett Brothers, Zedd, Nas, Broken Bells and Delta Rae.
The 2014 Lollapalooza Festival lineup is:
Eminem
Outkast
Kings of Leon
Arctic Monkeys
Calvin Harris
Skrillex
Lorde
Foster the People
The Avett Brothers
Zedd
Krewella
Sebastian Ingrosso
Above & Beyond
Nas
Childish Gambino
Broken Bells
Spoon
Cage the Elephant
Interpol
The Head and the Heart
Young the Giant
Lykke Li
Chase & Status
Chance the Rapper
Phantogram
cut/copy
Flosstradamus
Chvrches
Fitz & the Tantrums
Chromeo
The Glitch Mob
Grouplove
Darkside
Portugal the Man
Gramatik
The 1975
Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike
Jenny Lewis
Rebelution
AFI
Manchester Orchestra
Glen Hansard
J.
- 3/26/2014
- GossipCenter
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