video
Articles tagged video on Medellin Living — Medellín expat guides and stories.
Patio del Tango: Medellin’s Legendary Tango Bar
Patio del Tango is one of Medellin Colombia’s best known tango bars, featuring live music and dance performances every weekend.
Living in the Sewers of Colombia
Ryan and I try to keep the stories upbeat and positive here on Medellin Living, but we’re also not blind to the difficulties faced by Colombia’s poor people. In this Vice video, originally released in 2007, you’ll see…
En Mi Puertorro – Andy Montanez and Julio Voltio
I first heard Andy Montanez, a popular Puerto Rican salsa singer, at the 2011 Colombia Salsa Festival. Earlier this year, I saw this video specifically at Son Havana. Another example of salsaton, the mix of salsa and…
Daddy Yankee in Medellin
A fun video clip from Daddy Yankee’s trip to Medellin last Friday. Did anyone attend the show? I heard it was good, but the organization was a mess (which is the main reason I decided not to get tickets).
To the Amazon: Documentary on the Truth-Seeking Journey of My Mother
Sea parte de este proyecto / Be part of this project: http://igg.me/p/251606/x/1803092 Description in English Documentary on the truth-seeking journey of my mother: from a traditional English-lifestyle to her encounter…
Quimbara – Celia Cruz and The Fania All Stars
I haven’t listend to as much of Celia Cruz as the other old school favorites, though I’ve no doubt heard songs like Quimbara many times while out dancing in the salsa clubs.
Telemedellin Profile: Photographer Troy Floyd
My photographer/blogger buddy Troy Floyd was recently profiled by local TV station Telemedellin. Check it out!
Pablo Escobar Trailer: “Escobar, El Patrón del Mal”
Tonight at 9 PM on Canal Caracol, a new TV series entitled “Escobar, El Patrón del Mal” begins. The series will chronicle the life of Pablo Escobar, as adapted from the book, “La Parábola de Pablo” by Alonso Salazar,…
Ah Ah Oh No – Hector Lavoe
Last month I saw El Cantante, the Hector Lavoe biopic starring Marc Anthony and Jennifer Lopez, for the first time. While the critics’ reviews were mixed, I enjoyed it, and the soundtrack was excellent. I became aware…
Quedate Aqui – Magic Juan
The video for Quedate Aqui by Magic Juan features the former Miss Venezuela, Laksmi Rodriguez. Colombian reggaeton singer Jiggy Drama also makes a (non-singing) cameo toward the end.
Promise – Romeo Santos feat. Usher
Romeo Santos is an American-born bachata singer, and the former lead for the group Aventura.
Mienteme Prometeme – Don Tetto
The pop-punk band Don Tetto hails from Bogota, Colombia.
En lo Oscuro – J Balvin
J Balvin is a Colombian reggaeton singer from Medellin.
La Fuga – Jiggy Drama
Jiggy Drama is a Colombian reggaeton singer, originally from the San Andres Islands. He’s easily identified by his thick, black frame glasses. I like his laid back style in the videos. He reminds me of a young Will…
Live: Oscar de Leon & Gilberto Santa Rosa
Here’s a taste of an old school salsa favorite, Oscar de Leon, live in concert. If you like what you see, you can check him out live in Medellin tonight (Feb 17, 2012) at Palmahia Discoteca.
Quiero Tu Amor – Animesika
In Spanish: In English: In honor of Valentine’s Day next Tuesday, I present Quiero Tu Amor by Animesika, a Peruvian band from Lima that I discovered recently. The animated video tells a cute story. Enjoy and Happy…
Coffee Region Road Trip
A few of my friends, Troy (Foggodyssey) and Marcello (Wandering Trader) are on a 10-day photography road trip with Mikey (Lightenupandshoot). They posted this video in the midst of their adventures. I’ll be sharing more…
Help Portrait Medellin 2011
This video captures a photo-charity project lead by my buddy Troy Floyd. Help Portrait Medellín 2011 from Katie Hudson. The concept is simple: it’s comprised of photographers and volunteers who want to come together and…
Es Un Secreto – Plan B
Song: Es Un Secreto Artist: Plan B Genre: Reggaeton Nationality: Puerto Rican
Como Tu No Hay Dos – DJ Buxxi
Song: Como Tu No Hay Dos Artist: DJ Buxxi Genre: Merengue Nationality: Colombian
Sexo, Sudor y Calor – J Alvarez Ft. Nejo & Dalmata
Song: Sexo, Sudor y Calor Artist: J Alvarez ft. Nejo & Dalmata Genre: Reggaeton Nationality: Puerto Rico
Manny Mania Colombia 2011
Manny Mania Colombia 2011 from SkateCol This skate video was shot at Parque de las Luces in downtown Medellin.
Sin Compromiso – J Balvin
Song: Sin Compromiso Artist: J Balvin Genre: Reggaeton Nationality: Colombia Notes: This video was shot in several locations around Medellin, including a variety of upscale hotels, including the Hotel Intercontinental…
Un Dia En La Vida
A video by Gareth of Tourist2Townie.com showing Un Dia En La Vida (A Day In The Life) in Medellin, Colombia.
Best Place to Learn LA or Cuban Style Salsa in Medellin
A profile of the best place to learn LA or Cuban style salsa in Medellin, Colombia including video footage of the author and instructor.
Listo Medellin – Grupo Niche
Slowly but surely, I continue to discover the names of the classic Colombian songs I’ve been hearing the last few years. Listo Medellin is by Colombia’s own Grupo Niche. If you’re familiar with the city, see how many…
All I Really Want – Rick Ross ft. The Dream
The video for All I Really Want by Rick Ross was shot in Medellin, and it shows! The song is pretty good, and there’s a sick infinity pool too!
Wisin y Yandel – Sexy Movimiento
In honor of the Wisin y Yandel tour hitting Medellin tonight, I present to you Sexy Movimiento, my favorite song by the reggaeton superstars! The song starts at the 0:50 mark.
Don Omar – Danza Kuduro (Live in Medellin 2011)
I was bummed to find out a day late that Don Omar played a concert in Medellin this past March.
Video: Salsa Dancing in Medellin
When Jessica expressed an interest in contributing to Medellin Living, little did I know I’d end up with a new salsa dancing partner. I had invited her to my apartment to go over how to use WordPress. She arrived fresh…
In the Streets of Medellin (En las calles de Medellín)
This is a short documentary (with English subtitles) about the hip hop schools which have sprung up in Medellin’s poorer barrios, giving kids an alternative to the gangs.
Willie Colon & Ruben Blades – Plastico
A salsa classic, and a lot of fun to dance to, this is Plastico performed live by Willie Colon and Ruben Blades. My favorite part in the song is around 6:30 when they start doing shout-outs to the various Latin…
Learn Salsa in Colombia
I met Benny (Fluent in 3 Months) when he arrived in Medellin last November for a 2-month stay in Colombia. He wanted to learn salsa in Colombia, so I referred him to my teacher, Yamile, at the dance studio I’ve used the…
Lightenupandshoot Parkour
I discovered Mikey and Andy, the photography duo behind Lightenupandshoot, late last year before I had to leave Colombia. Aside from their funny videos and laid back approach toward teaching photography, they spend part…
Video: Roads Less Travelled – Colombia
I recently discovered Lonely Planet’s web show, Roads Less Travelled, and one of the recent destinations was Colombia: Lonely Planet photographer Dominic Bonuccelli ignores the little voice in the back of his head and…
David Guetta feat. Akon – Sexy Chick
I remember hearing the unedited version of this song in a taxi on the way back to Guatape from El Penol. And I remember thinking “damn, I can’t believe this song is on the radio!” The beat immediately had me hooked, and…
The Hostel Life Hits Colombia
The Hostel Life is a new web-based show, and their pilot episode was shot along the Caribbean coast of Colombia. The first video is dedicated to Carnaval in Colombia — skip ahead a few minutes to get past the overall…
Juan Luis Guerra – Bachata En Fukuoka
Toward the end of my stay in Medellin last year, I began to ask Yamile, my dance instructor, to help me with my bachata. This was the song she’d often play, and now whenever I hear it, I’m transported back to the dance…
Skateboarding in Medellin
While checking out Colombia Reports recently, I saw Adriaan had posted a link to a blog called Windsurf Colombia. The specific post he linked to was Skateboarding Colombia Going Through a Golden Era. The Colombian…
Hector Lavoe – Todo Poderoso
Hector Lavoe is one of the salsa greats, and you can see him rocking out here in Mexico, circa 1978.
Don Omar ft. Lucenzo – Danza Kudoro
The rhythm of Danza Kuduro by Don Omar (featuring Lucenzo) reminds me more of merengue than reggaeton.
Buñuelos, Natilla & the Music of December
December in Colombia means lots of fireworks, partying, kids and adults on vacation, Christmas lights everywhere, and a few other traditions. Buñuelos are round, deep-fried cheese fritters. They’re akin to a soft,…
Juanes – La Camisa Negra
It’s been awhile since I posted a video from Medellin’s home town rock star, Juanes. La Camisa Negra is one of his biggest hits, and according to the English lyrics, the song is about a guy wearing a black shirt to…
Willie Colon – Talento de Television
I’d heard Talento de Television countless times in bars and salsa clubs, but it wasn’t until Thanksgiving Day a few weeks ago that I finally discovered the singer and title by accident while loading up salsa songs by…
Cosculluela ft. Wisin y Yandel – Prrrrum
This reggaeton song was being played everywhere when I arrived in Colombia this year. The original version is above, but it’s the official remix by Wisin y Yandel (below) that was getting play in the clubs and on the…
Los Rodriguez w/Andres Calamaro – Sin Documentos
In 2009, I discovered Andres Calmaro thanks to “Hace Calor“, but I didn’t think much of him, as that song reminded me of Billy Ray Cyrus’ “Achey Breaky Heart.” In 2010, I discovered Calamaro use to be a part of the…
Oscar D’Leon – Lloraras
I recently made a mix CD to use during my salsa lessons, and Oscar D’Leon’s “LLoraras” is one of the 10 songs I burned. It gets regular play in salsa bars and clubs, so it makes sense to get a feel for the proper rhythm…
Silvestre Dangond In Concert – La Tartamuda
Silvestre Dangond is a Colombian vallanato singer, and I’m a huge fan of his catchy songs. He’s playing a concert tonight (November 5, 2010) in Medellin at Palmahia.
Tony Dize Ft Plan B – Solos
Skip to the 40-second mark to start Solos, a popular reggaeton song by Tony Dize featuring Plan B.
Enrique Iglesias, Juan Luis Guerra – Cuando Me Enamoro
With close to 35 million views on YouTube so far, I’m not the only one listening to Cuando Me Enamoro, a romantic song by Enrique Iglesias and Juan Luis Guerra. Spanish and English lyrics
Don Tetto – Adicto al Dolor
Don Tetto is a punk band from Bogotá, and they have a bunch of awesome songs I listen to regularly, “Adicto al Dolor” being one of them. They remind me a lot of the bands I use to listen to when I was younger, like New…
Ladies Night at Babylon Discoteca
Thursday nights at Babylon Discoteca are ladies night. This dance club is one of the most popular in Medellin, Colombia.
Chino y Nacho – Niña Bonita
When I arrived in Cartagena a few months ago, one of the first songs I started hearing was Nina Bonita by Chino y Nacho, a Venezuelan pop duo. The style of song is squarely aimed at teeny-boppers, but as often is the…
Grupo Niche – Cali Pachanguero
Grupo Niche is a popular salsa group from Colombia, and Cali Pachanguero is one of their classics. You’re likely to hear this song play in just about any salsa club around the world, and for good reason — it’s catchy,…
Aventura – Dile Al Amor
I don’t recall hearing a lot of Bachata music while I was living in Medellin last year, however I’d hear it every night I went out dancing back in the Washington, DC area. Aventura’s Dile Al Amor was one track I heard…
Video: Luis Enrique – Yo No Se Manana
When I landed in Cartagena at the end of June, Yo No Se Manana by Luis Enrique was one of the first songs I heard around town. Catchy beyond belief, I soon found myself watching this video on YouTube regularly. Early…
Video: Daddy Yankee – Que Tengo, Que Hacer
Seeing as I’m heading to the Daddy Yankee concert in Medellin tomorrow night, I’m going to indulge in Que Tengo Que Hacer, one of my favorite songs. In 2009, I heard Llamado De Emergencia everywhere, and that…
Video: Silvestre Dangond & Juancho De La Espriella – Cantinero
I discovered Silvestre Dangond while living in Medellin last year thanks to his super catchy song Me Gusta, Me Gusta. This year, I’m enamored with Cantinero which I’ve been hearing in the bars. Silvestre is a vallenato…
Video of The Frugal Traveler Touring Colombia
A few months ago, there was a changing of the guard at The New York Times, and Seth Kugel took over the role of Frugal Traveler from Matt Gross. Evidently, Seth is kicking off his new position with a multi-month journey…
Video – Colombia: A Year in Photos
Robin from The Arepa put together a great video of photos from the past year. If I knew how to edit video, I’d be doing the same!
Video – Desespero by Artefacto
I first saw Artefacto at Altavoz. I was impressed by the group, overall. They are a Medellin band lead by Felipe Carmona, 30 (yes, he’s 30…it has been a topic of discussion and jokes ever since I found out.) Felipe has…
Video – Tecktonik in Medellin
According to Wikipedia “Tecktonik, also known as Electro Dance, Milky Way or Vertigo, is a French style of street dance danced to electro music based on a blend of techno, rave and hip-hop styles – (late 80s vogue, 90s…
Video – Carito by Carlos Vives
Now that I’m back in the US, I can turn on the car radio and hear salsa and reggaeton, but Colombia’s very own genre, vallenato – not so much. Carlos Vives is the king of vallenato, and “Carito” is one of his biggest…
Video – Daddy Yankee In Concert
As I was looking for a video to feature today, I realized I’d been posting mp3’s in the past, when I probably could’ve found videos instead, AND been preserving storage space on my web hosting account to boot! So, I’ll…
Video – Medellin Going Global
This video seems to be affiliated with EAFIT University. Regardless, it shows off the best of Medellin so I wanted to share it here. Enjoy!
Besos Faciles by Sonohra
Sonohra’s “Besos Faciles” is a feel-good pop song, perfect for Summer, or in Medellin’s case, eternal Spring. It’s another one of the videos I saw on heavy rotation, thus it became etched into my auditory memory banks.
Video From The 2009 Flower Festival
[The original video posted here is no longer available.] This is a 10-minute TV clip of the 2009 Flower Festival which I saw referenced in the weekly newsletter from Colombia Reports. Certainly a lot of flowers in the…
Video of the Week – Feria De Las Flores
The 2009 Feria De Las Flores (Flower Festival) wraps up tomorrow, so hopefully some good video footage from the last week’s festivities will show up on YouTube. I think this promo captures what it would like to be in…
La Tortura by Shakira Featuring Alejandro Sanz
When I first arrived in Colombia, Shakira was the only musician I knew from the country (Barranquilla). I’d always be asking people whether they liked her or not. Responses varied from yes, to just her old stuff, to she…
Estos Celos by Vicente Fernandez
When I first moved into Maira’s apartment in Envigado, I would watch the music video channels a lot, which exposed me to a decent amount of popular music. One of the videos was of an old Mexican singing an understated…
Video – Quiero a Medellín Nueva Generación
El lugar donde nací y con mis amigos crecí, la ciudad para mis hijos, donde vivo y trabajo por ti Medellín crece contigo su progreso es para todos Depende también de ti darle amor a Medellín;Caras alegres bajo la luna,…
Campina by Afro-Cuban Jazz Project
Campina by Afro-Cuban Jazz Project is another awesome salsa song which I think I first started hearing in El Eslabon Prendido.
Skateboarding In Medellin
Medellin and Colombia definitely have a skate scene, and like I noticed in New Zealand and many other countries, it is not uncommon to see little skate parks around cities. This Zoo York* video even features a few spots…
Chan Chan by Buena Vista Social Club
Here’s another song I discovered recently, and absolutely love! I can’t recall exactly where I heard this song first. Either I downloaded it amongst others for my party last week, or I heard it in one of the salsa…
Salsa Celtica – El Sol De La Noche
I first started hearing Salsa Celtica’s “El Sol De La Noche” at El Eslabon Prendido, and it quickly became the kind of song I’d leap out of my seat to enjoy on the dance floor. The group is Scottish, and while the song…
Definitely Casual’s South American Wrap Up
South America from Jeff B The guys over at Definitely Casual have wrapped up their South American adventure, and posted a great recap and video. It feels like just yesterday that I bumped into them at Casa Kiwi’s lobby,…
Colombia v. Peru – Medellin’s First World Cup Qualifier
Last week, Medellin had the privilege to host its first World Cup qualifying match, ever! The opponent was the rather weak Peru, and despite Colombia’s low standing in its group, the paisa fans came out in full strength…
Silvestre Dangond – Me Gusta, Me Gusta
“Me Gusta, Me Gusta” is damn catchy, and one of the first songs I started to hear over and over again when I arrived in Medellin.
Video – Posing With a Colombian Model
I came across this video on an American’s blog entitled Live Uncomfortably. I think the hostel where it was shot was the one I spent a night in before leaving Bogota for Medellin. The editing and quality are good, but…
Andres Calamaro – Hace Calor
Maira helped me track down this catchy song by Andres Calamaro. I continue to be surprised by how little the lyrics matter to me in Latin songs. Whether it’s salsa, merengue, vallanato, cumbia, bolero, reggaeton or pop,…
Video – A Fragile Renaissance
The Washington Post’s website has a 7 1/2 minute video by a reporter highlighting the positive changes occurring in Medellin with regard to violence and jobs, and touching on some of it’s current challenges in the face…
Carlos Vives – La Gota Fria
Carlos Vives hails from Santa Marta, Colombia on the Caribbean coast. He was one of the artist’s Maira introduced me to months ago when I first moved in and she helped me download some Latin music. He is known for…
Juan Fernando Fonseca – El Arroyito
Juan Fernando Fonseca is another Grammy-winning Colombian singer to make it big. And like Juanes, he hails from Medellin. El Arroyito is the first song I heard, and I became an instant fan. The New York Times recently…
Juanes – A Dios Le Pido
Living in Colombia, Latin music surrounds me everywhere I go – the buses and taxis, restaurants and bars, the gym and so on. Juanes, a Grammy-winning Colombian singer, hails from Medellin. I’ve become a fan of his…
Colombian Home Cooking
I am a lucky guy to have friends like Henry here in Medellin. He considers himself something of a city ambassador, and I give him two thumbs up if his goal is to project a positive image of the city and its people. I…
Daddy Yankee – Llamado de Emergencia
I’ve heard this song frequently since my arrival in Colombia, and I finally downloaded it to my mp3 player with Maira’s help. Consider it your introduction to the genre of reggaeton!