Latin Stars Unite for Colombia Quake Relief Fundraiser

Colombian artists are setting aside rivalries to support communities devastated by recent earthquakes. The "Colombia: Voces por la Vida" event is scheduled for Sunday, August 23rd, at Bogotá's Vive Claro Distrito Cultural. This initiative, led by Ocesa Colombia, aims to raise funds for the nation's rebuilding efforts, featuring performances from prominent artists including Maluma, Greeicy, and Sebastián Yatra. Karol G is also set to participate remotely through her Con Cora Foundation, with more artists expected to join this collective effort.

In other news, Mexican rock band Maná has made history as the first Latin act featured in Apple Music's Rediscovered series. To commemorate their iconic 1995 album ¿Dónde Jugarán los Niños?, the band recorded a new version of their hit song 'Oye Mi Amor' at Apple Music Studios in Los Angeles. This performance, available in Spatial Audio, adds another significant milestone to the band's illustrious career, which includes numerous awards and millions of albums sold worldwide.

Meanwhile, merengue icon Elvis Crespo is slated to headline a free Labor Day Weekend concert on September 6th at Orchard Beach Pavilion in the Bronx. This event will serve as the finale for the 2026 Bronx Summer Concert Series, celebrating the vibrant musical diversity of the borough. Crespo expressed his excitement about performing in New York City, a place he considers his birthplace.

Additionally, the indie Latin American electronic music label ZZK Records is bringing its "Onda Latina" dance night to Townhouse Venice in Los Angeles on September 10th. The event will showcase a lineup of adventurous Latin electronic music, featuring artists like Chancha Vía Circuito and Coco María. This event highlights ZZK's ongoing mission to connect global audiences with the rich underground electronic music scenes from Latin America.