Conociendo A La Exce

Conociendo a La Exce, el artista favorita de tus artistas favoritas en el Trap y el Reggaeton.

Los Codigos Con Mr NaisGai

Flowfest CDMX Con Cachirula y Loojan

Como escucharon en Episodio#28 'Reggaeton Mexa', la escena es una considerada super nueva que todavia se esta desarrollando. Bueno, Aqui les presento Cachirula y Loojan dos exponentes (talentosos!) quien esta llevando el Reggaeton Mexa a Coachella en 2026.

Arquitectas del Ritmo

Reflecting on the 2025 LatinGRAMMY awards and my successful event with Symphonic Latino: Arquitectas del Ritmo, honoring Marjorie Garcia Esq, Cecil Maldonado Villanueva, CEO and Pamela Velez Multi-Award winning Producer & Engineer.

THE BLUE WAVE

Top 25 Reggaeton Albums

I've contributed to so many Reggaeton lists over the course of my career. For COMPLEX Magazine, for Rollingstone, etc. Well, this is my hot take, these are, in my opinion, my Top 25 Reggaeton Albums of. All Time.

Ft. Crissleger & Kisha Gulley

Crissleger a producer who has proved to himself and the industry why he should always be in the room.  Kisha Gulley la Panameña from Arizona putting on for the culture. These are their stories. My thoughts on My Mayor (I'm in Los Angeles) NYC Mayoral Candidate Zohran Mamdani, Trump destroying the East Wing And Keke Palmer's Southern Fried Rice.

Reggaeton Mexa ft. JFUSE

Placer Sin Culpa Ft. Larissa Gloriel

En este episodio nos acompaña Larissa Gloriel, pleasure coach puertorriqueña reconocida por su trabajo acompañando a mujeres y personas diversas en el camino hacia una relación más libre, consciente y placentera con su cuerpo. Hablamos sobre la importancia de redefinir el placer, romper con la culpa y los tabúes heredados, y aprender a escucharnos desde la autenticidad. Larissa comparte herramientas prácticas para reconectar con el deseo, cultivar la intimidad emocional y reclamar el placer como una forma de bienestar y poder personal.

Una conversación honesta, educativa y llena de insight sobre lo que significa realmente vivir en placer.

Hablamos Rock And Roll ft. RUBIO & DJ Sabi

CARIBE CONTRA FT. VALENTINA

Valentina is an amazing Dominican pop-artist on the rise from la isla whose career i've been watching for years, but before getting into her story–I have two points to make I think people should be thinking about as we process the life of the great Assata Shakur. 

Historian vs Historian ft. Anthony Millian

Femme Fatale ft. BODINE

Bodine on Sexuality, Authenticity, and Breaking Barriers for Women in Reggaetón

The conversation around women in reggaetón has changed dramatically over the last decade. What was once a genre dominated almost exclusively by men has become a space where women are not only participating, they're leading, innovating, and redefining what the future of Latin music looks like. Few artists embody that shift quite like Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Bodine. On episode 23 of Reggaetón Con La Gata, Bodine joined La Gata for an honest conversation about her breakout single Titerita, finding her artistic identity, navigating the music industry as a woman, and why she refuses to let anyone dictate what she can or cannot say in her music.

The Story Behind "Titerita"

One of the first topics discussed was Bodine's viral single Titerita, a record that combines confidence, sensuality, and playful energy. For Bodine, the visual concept behind the release was just as important as the music itself. Drawing inspiration from reggaetón icon Ivy Queen and pop superstar Lady Gaga, Bodine explained how the now-recognizable caution tape outfit featured in the video's promotional imagery came together. The look was designed to feel dangerous, powerful, sexy, and unapologetically feminine, all qualities reflected in the song itself. The result is a visual identity that feels uniquely hers.

Finding Your Voice as an Artist

According to Bodine, one of the most difficult parts of becoming an artist isn't making music. It's finding the right people to believe in you. She credits much of her growth to the team she's built around her, including producers who understood her vision and helped bring it to life. Many aspiring artists focus solely on songwriting, recording, or social media strategy. Bodine argues that discovering your sound, aesthetic, and creative identity takes patience, self-awareness, and the willingness to fail publicly. "You have to be prepared to fail," she explained during the interview. That willingness to learn through mistakes has become a central part of her artistic philosophy.

The Two Sides of Bodine

One of the most fascinating moments of the conversation came when Bodine described her songwriting as having two distinct personalities. On one side is the emotional, vulnerable songwriter. On the other is the confident, sexually liberated woman audiences hear on songs like Titerita. As she joked during the interview: "We're either really sad or really horny." While the comment drew laughs, it also highlighted a larger truth about modern female artists. Women are increasingly rejecting the expectation that they must fit into a single archetype. They can be vulnerable and empowered. Emotional and confident. Romantic and sexual. For Bodine, embracing both sides is part of being authentic.

Why Women Should Be Allowed to Talk About Sex

The conversation naturally turned toward sexuality in reggaetón. Historically, male artists have built entire careers around sexually explicit lyrics without facing the same scrutiny often directed at women. Bodine believes that double standard is finally beginning to change. She spoke openly about celebrating sexuality, discussing desire honestly, and creating music that reflects her lived experiences. For her, talking about sex isn't controversial. It's human. The growing success of female artists throughout Latin music suggests audiences agree.

The Management Story That Changed Everything

Perhaps the most revealing moment of the interview came when Bodine shared a story about a former manager who attempted to steer her away from sexually expressive music.

During a studio session, she recalled being told that certain lyrics and themes would "close doors" for her career. Rather than compromise her vision, Bodine made a decision that many emerging artists struggle to make. She walked away. The experience ultimately reinforced her commitment to authenticity and reminded her that not every industry professional is aligned with an artist's long-term goals. As she put it, if someone is uncomfortable with her celebrating womanhood on her own terms, they're simply representing the wrong artist.

Women in Reggaetón Are Entering a New Era

Throughout the episode, both Bodine and La Gata reflected on the current moment in Latin music. Artists such as Karol G, Young Miko, Villano Antillano, Farina, Tokischa, and others have helped expand the possibilities for women across the urban music landscape. Yet challenges remain. Bodine pointed out that women entering the industry are still often met with preconceived ideas about how they should look, sound, dress, and behave. Many are pressured to fit into existing molds instead of developing their own identities. The solution, she believes, is more collaboration, more solidarity, and more opportunities for women to create together.

Learning to Fail in Public

Another powerful takeaway from the interview centered on failure. Early in her career, Bodine found herself working alongside established songwriters, producers, and recording artists despite being relatively new to the industry. While those opportunities accelerated her growth, they also exposed her insecurities. She recalled entering recording sessions feeling nervous and overwhelmed, questioning whether she belonged in the room. Over time, however, those uncomfortable moments became essential learning experiences. Instead of avoiding failure, she learned to embrace it. For emerging artists, that may be one of the most valuable lessons from her journey.

Why Bodine Is an Artist to Watch

What makes Bodine compelling isn't simply her music. It's her willingness to be honest. Whether discussing mental health, sexuality, artistic development, or the realities of navigating the music business, she approaches each topic with a refreshing level of self-awareness and confidence. As reggaetón continues to evolve, artists like Bodine are helping shape what the next generation of Latin music can sound like: fearless, multidimensional, and unapologetically authentic.

Listen to the Full Conversation

Want to hear the full interview? Listen to this episode of Reggaetón Con La Gata to hear Bodine discuss Titerita, women in reggaetón, sexuality, artistic freedom, mental health, and the future of Latin music. Subscribe for weekly conversations exploring the history, culture, politics, and future of reggaetón and música urbana.

Reggaeton & Religion ft. Anmily Brown

If you've listened to my Perreo 101, you know that Religion & Reggaeton have a long standing relationship. From Hector El Father to Julio Voltio to El General. Well Anmily Brown is a cool Dominican artist who has a different take on Religion & Reggaeton. Check this out and let us know your thoughts.

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Cantando en Full Harmony ft. Jcu3

The story of the iconic Full Harmony, the super producer group featuring Siggy, Yannc & Chalko the musical genius behind some of the biggest hits of Reggaeton in recent years. This week’s rapidito featuring LA’s very own Jcu3.

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Best of Both Worlds ft. Shamira Ibrahim

From AI being adopted by some our cultural faves, to Celebrities being looked to for activism or awareness, to Hip-Hop vs Reggaeton: there is a ton to unpack with Shamira Ibrahim a fellow creative I admire a ton. Rapidito this week features Dennis from Los Angeles.

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She’s A Ki ft. Celi

Mi gente, this one is a riot. Hold onto your seats, as my homegirl Celi joins me to unpack cultural phenomenons, politics, y mas. She is hilarious, this one is a good time and a long time.

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Watching the Reggaeton Scene Bubble From Overseas ft. Galilea

Some real talk with Journalist Galilea Méndez drops from Germany about reggaeton’s messy mix of race, misinformation, and accountability. We get into AI fakery, colorism, and history rewriting are watering down reggaeton’s Black roots. From ICE raids to why some stars stay silent, this is a refreshing take—reminding us reggaeton is way more political than it looks.

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Tego Calderon Syllabus

For those who know, my work as a Reggaeton Historian has shifted culture in Academia, the entertainment industry and the culture at large. After critiquing Bad Bunny for 5 years, and the uptick in classes he's inspiring even in the IVY leagues, this is my LAST take on the impact of Perreo 101 on Academia and the need for a Tego Calderon Syllabus...analyzing race in Latinidad & Perreo de verdad. featuring College Students Yohely Compres of Yale & Laysha Gonzalez of UT Austin.

Las Maricas Tambien Perrean ft. Inaru Nadia