Funky Latina of the Year: Vanita Leo

A Year in the making: The Fifth Annual Funky Latina Music Festival

In this episode of the Funky Latina podcast, I’m recapping the incredible fifth annual Funky Latina Music Festival [https://www.instagram.com/funkylatinafest/]. It took a year of planning, but seeing our community show up early and fill the dance floor made every moment worth it. A huge thank you to our sponsors and everyone who joined us to make Arizona’s premier Latin Indie music festival such a success! We also dive deep into the lineup, featuring the eclectic sounds of Vinyl Vagos, Ozs, Mannequins, Introverted Funk, Las Lloronas and headliner Vanita Leo. The festival continues to be a vibrant space for music discovery, and I’m so grateful for the energy you all brought. Thank you for being part of our festival—I can’t wait to create more memories with you all next year!

Funky Latina of the Year: Vanita Leo

Do you know what today is? It’s the Funky Latina’s sixth anniversary, and this episode is a monumental celebration from beginning to end! Six years—a significant milestone—of passion, dedication, and finding the perfect concert purse. It’s been six years of event producing, music blogging, community building introducing you to your new favorite artist and not to mention producing Arizona’s only Latin Indie music festival the Funky Latina Music Festival.  This momentous occasion is being marked by a truly special event: the presentation of the coveted Funky Latina of the Year Award, recognizing an individual whose contribution to the community and the culture exemplifies the spirit of The Funky Latina. Press play and let’s get into!  Get your tickets to: THE FUNKY LATINA FEST [https://www.eventim.us/wafform.aspx?_act=eventtickets&_pky=677374] Follow: The Funky Latina Music Festival  [https://www.instagram.com/funkylatinafest/] Follow:  Vanita Leo [https://www.instagram.com/vanitaleomusic/]

Music is Powerful

The countdown is on! With less than 50 days until the Funky Latina Fest, your girl is busy, but never too busy to talk about the music that fuels us. This week, we're diving deep into the true power of music, starting with the cultural seismic shift that was Bad Bunny absolutely SLAYING the Grammys. From winning Album of the Year to his iconic acceptance speech, Benito is proving that being 100% authentically ourselves—in our art and in life—is the ultimate win. We’ll be extra Puerto Rican this Sunday (and always!) rooting him on. Plus, we celebrate some other notable wins: the insanely talented Durand Bernarr's Grammy-winning album BLOOM is on repeat and we dive into the smooth sounds of Olivia Dean. Song of the Week: Judith - "DIVA." Raised in a Mexican-Honduran household, Judith's Hispanic roots flow effortlessly through her art. After hearing "NADA," we're hooked! Tickets: Funky Latina Fest [https://www.eventim.us/wafform.aspx?_act=eventtickets&_pky=677374] Use code "BADDIE" for a limited time discount Follow: Funky Latina Fest [https://www.instagram.com/funkylatinafest/]

Welcome Back: The Funky Latina

Girl, she's back and better than ever! The Funky Latina, is kicking off Season 2 with a super dedicated, music-focused vibe. She's reintroducing herself as your favorite event producer, host, and "music expert," spilling the tea on all her amazing projects like Funky Latina Fest, Emo Primos [https://www.instagram.com/emoprimos/], and her collabs with big names like Verizon and Complex. Plus, she's giving us a recap of the 2025 Funky Latina Festival and announcing the 2026 event happening Saturday, March 21st at Walter Studios, featuring fierce artists like Vanita Leo and Las llornas. Get ready to update your playlist because she's wrapping up with her "Song of the Week," recommendation.  Get your tickets: Funky Latina Fest [https://www.eventim.us/wafform.aspx?_act=eventtickets&_pky=677374] Follow: FunkyLatinaFest [https://www.instagram.com/funkylatinafest/]

Touring the World with Ximena Sariñana

Are concerts better in Mexico? Or is it the fans? We debate this topic in my interview with Mexico City native, actress and singer Ximena Sariñana. She’s played all over the world and is releasing her new EP, "Rompe". Tune in as we discuss her cultural influences and she gives advice on how to have a long lasting career in the entertainment industry. We briefly recap the Funky Latina Music festival and celebrate the Latinas taking over the music industry from Becky G’s documentary debut to Reggaeton Con La Gata [https://www.instagram.com/reggaetonconlagata/] newest podcast! Ximena Sariñana [https://www.instagram.com/ximenamusic/] is performing on Sunday, April 27th at Crescent Ballroom in downtown Phoenix. Head to my Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thefunkylatina/]for a chance to win tickets!