Poet and community activist Faith Santilla leads a soulful and empowering celebration of music and culture inspired by the solidarity formed between Filipino and Mexican workers during the California labor movement of the 1960s. Headlining the evening is Joe Bataan, the iconic “King of Latin Soul.” Born and raised in Spanish Harlem to Filipino and African American parents, Joe Bataan became the “King of Latin Soul” by embodying cross-cultural connections: He can be a street-tough worker one moment and a humble romantic the next. His distinctive fusion of soul, Latin boogaloo, and R&B has been the soundtrack for generations.

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Oct 25, 2025

Joe Bataan & Quetzal: Labor of Love · The Ford

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