6 Afro-Latine DJs Whose Mixes You Need On Your Playlists ASAP

Whether it’s a bautizo, quinceañera, boda, or primera comunión, Latine people love a good DJ. If you’re on the dancefloor and hear “El Za Za Za” by Climax, “La Bomba” by Azul Azul, or “El Chico del Apartamento 512” by Selena, you know you’re about to go hard. In all likelihood, you’ll be thinking of the DJ’s set for an entire week after the party. Shoot, you might even ask for their information to have them at your next function. Since the 1940s, when disc jockeys were mostly on radio, DJs have played a crucial role in our society. They blend songs to enable us to see and feel the beauty of any given mix. In turn, this helps us celebrate the beauty of our roots. The particularly good sets also serve as a foundation for great memories. You may have heard of DJs like hip-hop’s Grandmaster Flash or EDM’s Marshmello. You may also be familiar with Latine DJs like Deorro and The Martinez Brothers. But have you considered that Afro-Latines often are the originators or make large strides for movements yet end up being left out of the conversation? Unfortunately, DJing is no different. Though they’re not celebrated as...