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Panteón Rococó In Chicago | Latin America’s Argument For Ska Oscar De Leon·October 19, 2024Growing up, I’ve always had a complicated relationship with Ska. It’s a pretty easy genre to hate on....Concert ReviewsFeatured·3 mins read
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Kamasi Washington at Thalia Hall | Jazz Is Not Dead Oscar De Leon·May 23, 2024With hip-hop dominated pop charts and pop becoming it’s own genre, there’s been a vibe on the streets...Concert ReviewsFeatured·2 mins read
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