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By Daniela Capistrano

In a preview of the April issue of Nylon Magazine, Zoe Saldana didn't just share her experience co-starring in 'Avatar' — she also spoke about racism in Hollywood.

Here is what the talented actress had to say about her struggle to find good roles:

“When they say ‘We want to go white,’ they have a very smooth way of saying it, and the recent one is the word traditional. [I’ve heard] ‘Oh, you know, you’re just not what we were looking for, your skin is a little darker.’ Compared to what?! My skin is just my skin. It’s dark if you compare it to someone who’s lighter.”

On meeting James Cameron:

“I’m thinking he probably imagined some Amazonian girl [for Neytiri] – I had really long hair at the time – wearing really little shit with like, a bow and arrow. I had no idea she was blue and nine feet tall. But for some reason, he was like, ‘You look so much like her!’”

Read the whole story in the April issue of Nylon, available this week!

You can also catch Zoe Saldana in 'Death at a Funeral.' The family comedy hits theaters on April 16.

Tr3s Comunidad, are you a Zoe Saldana fan? What did you think about her performance in Avatar? Tell us in the comments!

Tags April, Avatar, Nylon Magazine, Zoe Saldana

By Daniela Capistrano

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Chisme king Perez Hilton dished this morning that Lady GaGa is reportedly enlisting fashion photographer Steven Klein as director for the video for her upcoming single, Alejandro.

The song — which describes her boy as "hot like Mexico" and hidden in her "bolsillo" — is about a relationship break-up. Director Klein is a favourite of Gaga's idol Madonna, who's video for Take A Bow (directed by Michael Haussman) was a period-style piece filmed in Spain.

Madonna, who played Eva Perón in the film version of 'Evita,' has frequently drawn inspiration from Latin cultura. Will Lady GaGa's next video follow suit?

On the heels of her latest smash hit video for Telephone, we can only imagine what the visuals for Alejandro might be. Let's see if the lyrics provide any clues!

Alejandro

I know that we are young.
And I know you may love me.
But I just can't be with you like this anymore.
Alejandro. Read more...

Tags alejandro, Lady Gaga, Music Video

The Costa Rican cantante Debi Nova le manda un mensaje a sus fans reminding them to check out the exclusive download of her single "Drummer Boy" en Descubre & Download.

You better hurry because it is only available until Monday, March 29th. Tampoco te pierdas a Debi Nova at this year's MTV Tr3s Rock N Gol.

Tags Debi Nova, Drummer Boy, Rock N Gol

In honor of Women’s History Month, Blogamole is profiling powerful chicas. Keep checking back for new installments and be sure to share your inspirational mujeres with us in the comments!

By Daniela Capistrano

When Uncensored Interview caught up with Bomba Estereo at this year’s SXSW, Li shared her views on feminism:

“I’m not a feminist. I think that feminine power on stage is important and it’s something totally different, but nothing radically feminist … like just women, women, women. The male’s presence is just as important as the woman’s. I love having that power and strength of being on the mic, just like all women that are doing it but [I’m not for] super radical.”

Although Saumet doesn't identify as a feminist, she is not afraid to take control on stage. The singer is known for having a raw and enigmatic performance style and has been compared to artists like M.I.A., Santigold and Totó La Momposina.

Li’s poder feminino definitely shined through at SXSW – the Chicago Sun Times remarked that “Liliana Saumet dominated the stage with sheer charisma and force of will.”

Bomba Estereo is Simon Mejia and Li Saumet. Part of the new wave of young artists playing cumbia-inspired electronica, Bomba Estereo has been making waves with their album “Blow Up” and hit single “Fuego.”

Tr3s Comunidad, do you agree with Liliana’s definition of a feminist? What do you think a feminist is? Tell us in the comments or on Twitter!

Tags Bomba Estereo, Li Saumet, SXSW, Women's History Month

By Daniela Capistrano

The silver screen is going to sizzle in the fourth installment of Pirates of The Caribbean!

photo via Getty Images

MTV Movies Blog confirmed on Monday that Penélope Cruz will be heating things up with the hermosa Johnny Depp in Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.

Cruz will be replacing Keira Knightley as the leading lady in the swashbuckling franchise. Fans of the Spanish sensation can look forward to seeing her play the daughter of villain Blackbeard (played by Deadwood's Ian McShane).

Producer Jerry Bruckheimer told MTV that there will be a little romance between Penélope and Johnny Depp's Captain Jack Sparrow:

"There's a lot of humor, [Penelope] brings a lot of humor to it. And the fact that she's so feisty."

Disney plans to release Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides in May 2011.

Tr3s Comunidad, what do you think of the casting change? And are you still into the Pirates franchise? Tell us in the comments!

Tags casting, Penelope Cruz, Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides

By MTV Tr3s Staff

Over 200,000 people gathered at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. on Sunday March 21st to express support for the immigration reform promised by President Obama to be a part of "March For America." Buses came filled with the hope of individuals and organizations from all over the nation. Supporters carried signs with such messages as "No Person is Illegal," "Stop the Separation of Families," and "We Work for America."

As stated best by Luis Gutierrez, chairman of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Immigration Taskforce:

"We are standing on the doorstep of history… It’s time to let immigrants come out of the shadows into the light and for America to embrace them and protect them."

Among others speaking for a comprehensive immigration reform was Senator Bob Menendez -- currently the only Latino member of the United States Senate -- who said "in the shadow of these civil rights monuments, we must fight to stop separating families."

Rounding out the day were the great sounds of Texas rock band, Los Lonely Boys and Mexican radio personality El Piolín.

Tr3s Comunidad -- Tell us, que piensas de la marcha?  Do you think the time for Immigration Reform has finally come?

Photo via Getty Images

Tags Bob Menendez, El Piolin, Immigration Reform, Los Lonely Boys, Luis Gutierrez, March for America, President Obama

By Sandra Roldán

This week we're bringing you lo major de SXSW! Meet some of our top Latin indie picks, Maldita Vecindad, Bomba Estéreo, Girl In A Coma, and more!

We caught up with psychedelic experimental punk group XYX while on their way to SXSW this year to ask them about the Monterrey music scene, how they would define their music style and who they're pumped to see perform este año.  Bandmates Mou and Anel also clarified what they think their music really sounds like: trippy! Read on!

Blogamole: We've noticed your music being called "no wave," "avant-punk," "noise punk," etc.  How would YOU describe your music?

ANEL: A powerful trio of sounds on a trip to the outer space: distorted chaotic bass guitar, human machine drumming, delayed melodic shouting vocals.

MOU: Anel does the first and the third, I do the human machine drumming and place the mics when we are recording. I think our music goes beyond those tags. It has pretty well-defined melodies so it is not No Wave and I tend to incorporate as many different and interesting rhythms that definitively can't be labeled as punk.

It's just our own version of psychedelia.

Alaska y Los Pegamoides

Blogamole: What are some of your biggest musical influences? Are there any Latin bands that you look to for inspiration?

ANEL: Roky Erickson, the members of Los Pegamoides (early 80s Spain) and Vodka Family Winstons. The amazing mexican drummer Carlos Icaza [Los Fancy Free] is an inspiration for all music nerds living in me.

MOU: At the moment... Los Tepetatles!

Blogamole: What does it mean for you guys to represent this style of music, and Monterrey, Mexcio's music scene, at this year's SXSW? What kind of audience are you looking to reach?

ANEL: I think we are representing more than a music style. I think we represent a total freedom of expression in the incalculable ways you can create so much with so little. We don't represent THE scene, we represent ourselves as part of a scene, a growing but still very underground one in our country. There are other mexican bands playing SXSW this year, that don't sound like us, not remotely close, at all, we don't even know each other.

MOU: We dont have a target audience, but I guess trippy people always get what other trippers do.

Blogamole: Are there any other bands you think are worth checking out at SXSW this year?

MOU: Ratas del Vaticano from Monterrey and Wounded Lion from LA. But I guess the fun this year is not going to be in Austin. The MtyMx Festival for All Ages is going to be on March 20, 21 and 22nd in Monterrey and there's going to be buses directly from Austin to the festival. 80 bands in 3 days for $30 dollars -- it's the best deal you can get. Amazing bands like Acid Mothers Temple [Japan] or Thee Oh Sees playing. check http://toddpnyc.com/mtymx/ for more info.

Blogamole: Where do you see your music going in the next few months/years? Are you working on releasing a full-length album soon?

ANEL: We just finished recording a whole set of songs that will work for an LP. We'll be looking for labels to put it out on vinyl soon. After that, I guess we can tour for the rest of the year, and the future is unknown.

MOU: Yes! the new album is going to be a good one. Maybe it will be out in the summer. Hope we can bring more good trips to people out there in space!

Check out XYX's Myspace Page to listen to their distorted psychedelic beats, get more info on tour dates and more!

Tags Exclusive Entrevista, indie, Monterrey, psychedelic, punk, Rock, SXSW, XYX

By Sandra Roldán

Ya sabemos que nosotros los Latinos love our fútbol.  And we love our música tambien.  So, what better way to prepare for the 2010 World Cup este año than a little celebrity soccer tournament starring a bunch of your favorite artists and athletes?  Uh huh, we think that sounds like an awesome idea too!

That's where Rock N Gol comes in!  With A-level artists like Pitbull, Carlos Mencia, David Bisbal and Michelle Rodriguez, PLUS soccer champs Marcelo Balboa, Brandi Chastain, Tony Meola and Tab Ramos, this show promises to be un partido de fútbol of epic proportions!

When asked about appearing at this event, ever-candid Pitbull had this to say:

“The World Cup is one of the most anticipated games in the world especially among soccer fans in the Latino community, including myself. Rock N’ Gol is guaranteed to add some flavor to the World Cup excitement. I’m looking forward to this event, because only MTV Tr3s can put a group of talented artists in cleats to compete with the pros.”

Eso es cierto!! Also appearing in the tournament will be current Descubre & Download artist Debi Nova, actors Jesse Garcia (La Misma Luna) and Walter Perez (Fame), and norteño queen Jenni Rivera.  You can bet we are dying to see some of these artists in shorts and cleats!!

Want to see the gooooool action up close and in person?  Head on over to www.onsetproductions.com by March 22nd to find out how you can sign up for FREE tickets!

Tr3s comunidad, tell us -- who would YOU want to see compete in a soccer match?!

Photo via RCA

Tags Brandi Chastain Tony Meola, Carlos Mencia, David Bisbal, Debi Nova, Jenni Rivera, Marcelo Balboa, Michelle Rodriguez, Pitbull, Rock N Gol, Tab Ramos, Walter Perez

By Daniela Capistrano

This week we're bringing you lo major de SXSW! Meet some of our top Latin indie picks, Bomba Estéreo, Girl In A Coma, Anita Tijuox, and more!

It has been a long, twelve year wait for Maldita Vecindad fans, but Nacional Records has confirmed that their new album 'Circular Colectivo' will hit stores March 30th. SXSW attendees celebrated with them at SXSW on Wednesday, where they performed at Antone’s.

'Circular Colectivo' maintains the band’s signature high-energy ska/punk style with conscious lyrics that tackle the economic and social crisis in Mexico.

The track "Chacahua (El Grito De Luz)" is a tribute to the often-neglected African presence within Mexico, while "Corrido Para Digna Ochoa" is a techno corrido that explores the story of the human rights activist who was murdered in 2001.

“‘Circular Colectivo,’ is like the universal symbol of unity,” lead vocalist Roco explains. “The cycle of life, the information that passes from mouth to mouth, the circles of peace and dance, the blood in the body, the movements of the people, of the towns, the hearts of everyone beating together at the same time.”

“We’ve never stopped playing and so throughout this whole time, we’ve written so much new material,” guitarist Pato says. “Finally, we put the songs to tape and we are so pleased with the result.”

‘Circular Colectivo’ also features musical guests such as Cuban jazz piano great Omar Sosa as well as the band’s first instrumental tracks.

You can catch the group in Long Beach on April 16th, where they will be performing at the Toyota Grand Prix. For all tour updates, visit the official Maldita Vecindad MySpace page.

Forming in 1985, Maldita Vecindad began performing in Mexico City’s underground circuit, developing an original fusion of rock, ska, and traditional folk rhythms. Their sophomore release ‘El Circo’ was a landmark album for Latin rock, selling a record-breaking 700,000 copies in Mexico alone, which was unheard of for a supposed underground act.

Tr3s Comunidad, who is your favorite rock artist? Tell us in the comments!

Tags Circular Colectivo, Maldita Vecindad, Omar Sosa, Rock, SXSW

By MTV Tr3s Staff

Our favorite wizarding pop princess Selena Gomez has remixed her hit track "Naturally" off her Kiss and Tell LP.  This new track isn't a huge stretch from the original, however the fresh electro beat should inspire the secret fist pumper in you! Give it a listen and let us know what you think below!

Tags Kiss and Tell, Naturally, Selena Gomez, wizards of waverly place