New Mexico flamenco star La Emi returns to the Benitez Cabaret stage at The Lodge in Santa Fe with a summer showing that runs through September 4. With a new production of artists, costumes, choreography, scenery and more. Incorporating modern elements while maintaining the essence of traditional flamenco, this year’s summer exhibition marks an evolution …
“When the opportunity presented itself, I suggested that the City of Taos change the name of Kit Carson Park to Red Willow Park to honor the people of Red Willow. I made the suggestion to ignite a conversation about one-sided perspectives which, in most cases, are “their – story” and not history…and I am sure …
It’s not often that two immensely talented and well-known artists of these men’s stature come together to create what is known in Rock and Roll parlance as a Super Group, especially if they hail from Indian country. Although they had performed together once, live on Channel 7 News NM in 1990 and encouraged to collaborate …
It’s been 21 years since Robby Romero’s groundbreaking videos for MTV and VH1 combined music and activism using art as a tool for social change, but last November, during Native American Heritage Month, it seemed Music media had finally caught up with Romero, who has always been way ahead of the curve. A new series …
Janie Romer and I have been friends since we met in New York in the early ’80s, introduced by Anton Fig and Tony Garnier, who were playing with Robert Gordon at the time. Anton and his then-wife had invited me to a concert at the Lone Star. Janie and I showed up in the same …
Patricia Michaels became a household name across America when she appeared (and came in second place) on the Emmy Award-winning second season of Project Runway. Pat, as we know her here in Taos, has not rested on her laurels (this stone has not collected mold). Christmas Eve celebrations in Taos Pueblo. On November 12 of …
Shawna Yambire owns Re-Neux, a luxury thrift store located in a corner space off Ledoux Street. His excellent taste and eye for design ensures that everything he hangs or displays is in perfect condition and of the highest possible quality. Treasures can be found here, but Shawna herself has many more irons in the proverbial …
When I contacted Robert earlier this week regarding this profile on him, I asked him if he had anything specific he’d like me to mention. He emailed me right back. His text was short and to the point. “Born a Pueblo farmer, raised a Pueblo farmer, will die a Pueblo farmer. Nothing more and nothing …
The annual Robert Mirabal Christmas Concert at the TCA is a Taos tradition. For more than a decade, Robert has treated his fans and friends to an evening of storytelling, music and dancing. Last week, although the premise was no different, intimate and relaxed, Robby Romero accompanied him on stage on guitar throughout the show. …
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2014 was a great year for Paul O’Connor. His acclaimed book Taos Portraits won three categories, including Best Book at the Arizona/New Mexico Book Awards, a powerful statement for Paul, who dedicated twenty years of work to the project which you can find out more about through his link next. Taos Portraits have been included …