Maldita Vecindad and Gondwana

Maldita Vecindad y los Hijos del Quinto Patio, formed in Mexico City in 1985, are pioneers of rock en español. Their influential sound fuses rock, ska, punk, and traditional Mexican styles like danzón and bolero, often incorporating pachuco aesthetics. Known for hits such as "Pachuco" and "Kumbala," they advocate for social causes with their motto "paz y baile." Their album "El Circo" achieved significant sales, and they have collaborated with various artists.

GONDWANA, a major Latin American reggae group, hails from Chile and has thrived for 35 years under bassist I Locks Labbé. With 8 studio albums, over 450,000 sold, and 9 Platinum Discs, they boast 140M YouTube views and strong social media presence. They've played in 18 countries and starred in festivals like Rototom Sunsplash, Reggae On the River, Vive Latino, and Rock al Parque.