Jessica Diaz-Hurtado

3 Afro Dominicana Writers Reflect On Their Truths

Music and identity dominates a wide-ranging conversation with writers Elizabeth Acevedo, Amanda Alcantara and Danyeli Rodriguez del Orbe.

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A Recovering Puerto Rico Stars In Hurray For The Riff Raff's 'Pa'lante' Video

Watch the emotional short film and read an interview with director Kristian Mercado.

Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee perform onstage at the Billboard Latin Music Awards.

'Despacito' Deep Dive: More Than Meets The Ear

Jessica Diaz-Hurtado, Felix Contreras

It was the No. 1 song in America for 16 straight weeks. As the summer of "Despacito" draws to a close, AltLatino explores the musical, sociological and business ripples created by the song's success.

Sister Rosetta Tharpe was a fearless black artist in love with crafting a new sound.

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Forebears: Sister Rosetta Tharpe, The Godmother Of Rock 'N' Roll

Jessica Diaz-Hurtado

A musician who broke every norm, Tharpe turned rock 'n' roll from a burgeoning musical style into an international sensation. She was — and is — an unmatched artist.

What's Behind The Success Of 'Despacito'?

Jessica Diaz-Hurtado

"The whole world is singing in Spanish," says singer Luis Fonsi. How the mainstreaming of reggaeton, the ubiquity of streaming services and some queasy culture clashes gave us the song of the summer.

Canvasser Ana Mejia gathers her supplies at the offices of the National Council of La Raza in Miami in 2016. The NCLR renamed itself UnidosUS this month, causing a rift in the U.S. Latino community. Some see it as shedding a dated name, but others see it as leaving a legacy behind.

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The Largest U.S. Latino Advocacy Group Changes Its Name, Sparking Debate

Jessica Diaz-Hurtado

The National Council of La Raza renamed itself UnidosUS this month, causing a rift in the U.S. Latino community. Some see it as shedding a dated name, but others see it as leaving a legacy behind.

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Number Of Teens Working Summer Jobs Declines

Jessica Diaz-Hurtado

The number of teens working summer jobs is down sharply from a generation ago. But economists say don't blame today's youth for being lazy.