This month on the Metropolitan Culture Corner, we interview DJ, singer, songwriter, producer, activist and businesswoman Reyes Torío.
Originally from Bilbao, Reyes has been a familiar face around Barcelona since the 1990s. She is known for her inimitable style, and for being one of the co-founders and singers of the Spanish cowpunk band Dinamita Pa Los Pollos, which had a gold record in the 1980s. She would later go on to produce other artists and even found an independent record label. She fought for change in international copyright law with the International Federation of Independent Labels in Brussels and has appeared at clubs and on festival stages as a DJ Reyes is also a champion of women’s rights and their visibility within the entertainment industry.
Last month, we interviewed Miki Ortilles. He is a professional drummer as well as the co-founder of the music production and promotion company Aupamusic. From touring in rock and rumba bands to organizing food truck festivals; from working with city halls and major brands, to coordinating with non-profit organizations on projects to supporting young musicians in the community; from running a gastrobar to booking bands—Miki does it all.
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