Niko Rubio and Tomás Mier

With Tomás Mier & Niko Rubio

A Conversation, Performance & Book Signing

The Grammy Museum is thrilled to celebrate the upcoming release of book Madonna: Into The Groove and welcome author and music journalist Tomás Mier to the Museum’s intimate 200-seat Clive Davis Theater for an evening discussing Madonna’s legacy and career. The conversation will also be joined by rising artist Niko Rubio, ahead of her debut album, with a special performance. Attendees will have an exclusive opportunity to purchase the book prior to its release and have their copy signed by the book’s writer, Tomás Mier.

About Madonna: Into The Groove

In 1985, the world finally took notice of Madonna, and she met Ken Regan, one of the most versatile professional photographers of the 20th century. This trove of his beautiful, timeless images, most never before published, follows her through an array of unforgettable moments—studio poses, bedroom positions, fitness routines, onstage performances—highlighting her raw, magnetic sexuality. The accompanying text by Tomás Mier brilliantly traces the development of her signature style. He shares exclusive new interviews with producer Nile Rodgers, choreographer Brad Jefferies and others. He offers fresh insights into Madonna’s whirlwind romance with Sean Penn, why the Mondrian session became the most successful shoot of Regan’s career, and even how the infamous Penthouse and Playboy photos affected her performance at Live Aid, where, behind the scenes, Regan shot her at the center of one of the most remarkable group photos of all time. This definitive collection of their work together captures in detail exactly how the Queen of Pop grabbed the world’s attention and never let go.

About Tomás Mier

Tomás Mier is a music journalist and digital creator based in Los Angeles who focuses on pop and Latin music. He recently worked as a staff writer at Rolling Stone and contributes to publications including Variety, the Hollywood Reporter, PAPER, and Vogue Mexico. As an independent creator, Mier leverages his deep pop culture expertise and industry access to produce dynamic visual storytelling and high-profile artist interviews directly for his social media platforms. He is currently developing the podcast The Stan and the Star, where stan culture meets star power in playful, unfiltered interviews. Beyond his editorial and digital work, Mier frequently hosts artist conversations at the Grammy Museum and wrote the book, Madonna: Into the Groove.

About Niko Rubio

Niko Rubio makes music for those moments when words aren’t enough. Her songs are perfect for the ride home from the afterparty, the last smoke before bedtime, or the immediate aftermath of a relationship. She taps into the sound of getting high off heartbreak and exhaling raw truth, layering icy trip-hop confessions and psychedelic musings atop sultry reggae rhythms. Sonically, the Mexican-Salvadorian Angelena draws a direct line from the underground parties of downtown Los Angeles to beach days on the Redondo coast (and back again). The Los Angeles-born singer-songwriter has quietly asserted herself as a true original. Since her emergence in 2021, she has carefully curated a singular vision, re-imagining her Latin and Southern California roots through an authentically alternative prism. She dropped a series of EPs, setting the stage for a breakthrough with 2026’s Sunday Girl. In the latter’s wake, The New York Times lauded her as “SoCal’s First Exciting New Pop Star Since Gwen Stefani,” while WONDERLAND. applauded the songstress as “a relatable, self-aware new voice blending alt-pop, her Latin roots and candid storytelling.” She notably sold out the majority of her first-ever headline tour, which culminated with surprise guest spots from Cuco and Mike Einziger of Incubus at the hometown show. Prior, she had honed her presence as a powerhouse performer on the road with Omar Apollo, Role Model, Caroline Polachek, The Marías, and The Tulips as well as on the stages of Lollapalooza, Summerfest, Corona Capital, and beyond. Having amassed over 34 million streams and earned widespread acclaim from outlets like Rolling Stone, PAPER, OnesToWatch, and HOLA!, she now invites listeners to dive into a world like no other with her debut album, late night swim.

Schedule

• Member Check-In: 6:30 PM
• Nonmember Check-In / Doors: 7:00 PM
• Show Time: 7:30 PM

Event Guidelines & Policies

• Only bags 9 inches x 6 inches and smaller will be allowed for this event.
• Vinyl, memorabilia, gifts, etc. will not be allowed inside the building.
• Cameras (including digital and point and shoot cameras), video cameras, and any other professional photography & videography equipment will not be permitted for this event.
• No re-entry from the Grammy Museum premises.
• Valid physical ID is necessary for check-in.
• All tickets are will-call only. No tickets are distributed.
• Tickets are non-transferable and reselling tickets is strictly prohibited.
• No refunds.
• Event time, date, and details are subject to change.
• All ticket purchases must follow the stated ticket limits listed on the ticketing page, regardless of what type of ticket was purchased. Any purchases that exceed the maximum will be adjusted. This policy applies to all guests, including GRAMMY Museum members.
• All member tickets must be purchased using the member’s name, which should match the photo ID presented at check-in. Members must attend the program with their guest(s) and guests will only be allowed entry if the member is present and attending the program.