The author, right, with her sister, left, and her mother. Her mother was graduating with her master's degree in Spanish literature. (Courtesy Judy Bolton-Fasman) Language is blood; language is family.

Spanish-language music is all over the pop charts these days, but back in the 1940s, Latino musicians reached U.S. audiences through what were considered specialty record labels. One of the most ...

Learning Spanish is bringing together the generations. Alex Del Dago was in the seventh grade when he attended a Spanish class. It was the first time he was focused on learning his father’s native ...

For 75 years, Tico Records has produced Latin soul music of the highest order. A new compilation — Hit the Bongo! — celebrates Tico's anniversary. Spanish-language music is all over the pop charts ...