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50 Years Later, 'Feliz Navidad' Still Delivers On Its Bilingual Message

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50 Years Later, 'Feliz Navidad' Still Delivers On Its Bilingual Message

December 14, 2020 • Puerto Rican singer José Feliciano first came up with the Spanish/English Christmas song because he missed his family. Now, 50 years later, he's recorded a new version with 30 friends.

50 Years Later, 'Feliz Navidad' Still Delivers On Its Bilingual Message

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The Story Of José Feliciano's World Series Guitar

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The Story Of José Feliciano's World Series Guitar

October 6, 2019 • NPR's Michel Martin speaks to comedian Aasif Mandvi, host of the Lost at The Smithsonian podcast, about the history behind the guitar Jose Feliciano used to perform at the 1968 World Series.

The Story Of José Feliciano's World Series Guitar

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A Different National Anthem, Before The Nation Was Ready For It

Back in 1968, a rising Puerto Rican pop star, José Feliciano, was asked to sing at Game 5 of the World Series. David Redfern/Getty Images hide caption

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A Different National Anthem, Before The Nation Was Ready For It

November 2, 2017 • "I did it to show my appreciation to America ... I love this country." Jose Feliciano, on singing the national anthem his way. His performance at the 1968 World Series sparked a national controversy.

Cuna de Lobos (Cradle of Wolves) is one of the most iconic telenovelas of all time. Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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The Music And Influence Of Telenovelas

August 1, 2013 • The Spanish-language TV network Univision has been winning the prime-time ratings among young adult viewers in the U.S. Telenovelas are no small part of that equation: Fans follow them devotedly, while detractors often abhor them as racist, classist and sexist. Join Alt.Latino as we explore what they mean to Latin culture.

The Music And Influence Of Telenovelas

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Song Travels

José Feliciano On 'Song Travels'

March 29, 2013 • The Puerto Rican acoustic guitarist pays tribute to Elvis Presley with host Michael Feinstein.

Listen Now: José Feliciano On 'Song Travels'

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The Many Sides Of 'The Star Spangled Banner'

January 20, 2009 • The story of Francis Scott Key's "Star Spangled Banner" is the stuff of grade-school history books. But the song has inspired some memorable interpretations in the recent past, as each performer imbues it with a personal take on patriotism.