Vive Latino 2026 Day 2 Recap: Illya Kuryaki, Tom Morello, Los Cadillacs

The Vive Latino festival wrapped up its 26th edition on Sunday (March 15) with a diverse range of musical genres, spanning from classic and alternative rock to metal, funk, hip-hop, reggae, and 80s pop, and showcasing a clear evolution. Los Fabulosos Cadillacs, The Smashing Pumpkins, Fobia, Tom Morello, Illya Kuryaki & The Valderramas, Steve Aoki, Hello Seahorse!, Santa Sabina, Esteman & Daniela Spalla — and the segment “Música para Mandar a Volar” (Music to Let Go) featuring Paulina Rubio, Danna, Amanda Miguel, Dr. Shenka, Mijares, and Emmanuel performing in tribute to Rocío Dúrcal, Juan Gabriel, and Charly García — headlined the second day of music at Mexico City’s GNP Seguros Stadium, where 80,000 attendees gathered, according to promoter Ocesa. Related Vive Latino 2026: Lenny Kravitz, Juanes & El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico Among the Best of Day 1 The second day of activities was marked by debuts and comebacks. Making their first appearance at the famous Mexican festival, The Smashing Pumpkins surprised the audience by including a cover of the 80s ballad “Take My Breath Away” by Berlin in their setlist. Another highly anticipated debut was that of guitarist Tom Morello, who, in his solo act, brought his message of resistance and anti-fascism with a powerful set that included songs from Rage Against The Machine and Audioslave. Meanwhile, comebacks were led by the explosive Argentine duo Illya Kuryaki & The Valderramas, who delivered a masterful performance upon their return to Mexico after 14 years. And Mexican band Fobia, with an elegant and emotional show now featuring the addition of virtuoso drummer Elohim Corona to their lineup. Los Fabulosos Cadillacs never disappoint, and they reaffirmed their special place in the hearts of Mexican audiences with a set full of hits. For the third consecutive year, and thanks to a partnership with Amazon Music, the concerts were available to stream for free on the digital platform. The 26th edition of Vive Latino matched the record set by last year’s festival, drawing a total of 160,000 attendees over its two days of activities. Below, some of our favorite acts from the second day of Vive Latino. For our recap of Day 1, click here. Los Fabulosos Cadillacs The Argentine band Los Fabulosos Cadillacs is one of the favorites of the Vive Latino festival, and although their presence has been a constant throughout the festival’s history, their popularity and connection with the Mexican audience grows stronger and closer with each passing year. This was confirmed on Sunday when the group, led by singer Vicentico and bassist Flavio Cianciarulo, brought together thousands of people around the main stage to deliver a powerful performance that included hits like “Manuel Santillán, El León,” “Calaveras y Diablitos,” “Los Condenaditos,” and “Padre Nuestro.” The setlist also featured “Mal Bicho,” “El Satánico Doctor Cadillac,” and “Matador,” sparking an explosion of energy that ignited dancing, followed by a more romantic and heartbreak-filled moment with “Vasos Vacíos” and “Siguiendo la Luna.” The Smashing Pumpkins Image Credit: José Jorge Carreón/Courtesy of OCESA The debut of the American alternative rock band at the famous Mexican festival brought a handful of their hits such as “Today,” “Bullet with Butterfly Wings,” “Tonight, Tonight,” “Cherub Rock,” and “Ava Adore,” but also surprises like a darker version of the powerful 80s ballad by Berlin “Take My Breath Away,” which had thousands of attendees singing along. Billy Corgan, the leader of the iconic band from Chicago, expressed his gratitude for the warm reception from the Mexican fans, who are gradually joined by younger generations discovering the magnificence of one of the best bands from the 90s. Tom Morello Image Credit: Lulú Urdapilleta/Courtesy of OCESA The virtuoso guitarist delivered a show of resistance and anti-fascism during his debut solo performance in Mexico. Taking advantage of his appearance at the festival, in a country with which he has connected since his first visit with Rage Against The Machine in 1999, he expressed his absolute rejection of ICE’s anti-immigrant actions in the U.S. He recalled his affinity with the Zapatista Army of National Liberation, which rose up in arms in southern Mexico in 1994, and the 43 Ayotzinapa students who disappeared in 2014. In addition to his solo single “Soldier in The Army of Love,” Morello’s setlist included Rage Against The Machine classics such as “Testify,” “Know Your Enemy,” “Bulls On Parade,” “Guerrilla Radio,” and “Killing in the Name,” as well as a cover of John Lennon’s “Power to the People” and a rendition of Kiss’s “Rock and Roll All Nite.” He also paid tribute to his late friend and Audioslave bandmate Chris Cornell with the song “Like a Stone.” Fobia Image Credit: César Vicuña/Courtesy of OCESA The highly anticipated return of Fobia brought a new member to its ranks, the virtuoso drummer Elohim Corona (Moderatto, Gran Sur), who brings dynamism to this legendary Mexican act included in Billboard‘s list of the 50 Best Latin Rock Bands of All Time. The quintet’s performance added an elegant and select touch to day 2, with classics such as “Vivo,” “Dios Bendiga a los Gusanos,” “Hoy Tengo Miedo,” and “Descontrol,” as well as more powerful moments with “Veneno Vil,” “Revolución Sin Manos,” and “El Diablo.” The band, comprised of Leonardo de Lozanne (vocals), Paco Huidobro (guitar), Cha! (bass), Iñaki Vázquez (keyboards) and Corona, will take this return to the stage even further, with a concert in November for which more details will be revealed. Illya Kuryaki & The Valderramas The Argentine duo made up of Emmanuel Horvilleur and Dante Spinetta returned to Vive Latino after 14 years, and they did so masterfully with a show filled with hits like “Expedición al Klama Hama,” “Jaguar House,” and “Jugo,” with impeccable sound quality. The duo of musicians with a ninja spirit took their performance to the next level by including a brass ensemble that enhanced their funk and hip-hop sound, instantly connecting with the audience. With the song “Águila Amarilla,” Spinetta paid tribute to his father, the late music icon Luis Alberto Spinetta, who accompanied him during his debut at the Mexican festival in 1998. Get weekly rundowns straight to your inbox Sign Up Leave a Comment Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked * Name * Email * Website Post Comment Want to know what everyone in the music business is talking about? Get in the know on Visit Billboard Pro for music business news