The Government of Mexico, through the Ministry of Culture, has announced the eight semifinalists from the Western United States region in the binational contest Mexico Sings for Peace and Against Addiction—an initiative aimed at steering youth away from the glorification of violence by promoting new narratives through art and music.
During her morning press conference, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo emphasized that the contest seeks to offer young people meaningful alternatives that strengthen their identity through education, culture, and sports. “We don’t want violence to be glorified. This contest helps transform Mexican music toward lyrics that promote peace, love, and social values,” she stated.
The semifinalists were professionally coached at Watersound Studios in Los Angeles, California—an internationally renowned venue where artists such as Michael Jackson, Alicia Villarreal, Jenni Rivera, and Marco Antonio Solís have recorded. There, participants received specialized guidance to strengthen their musical projects with a professional outlook.
Minister of Culture Claudia Curiel de Icaza noted that Mexico Sings has become a unique platform to discover and promote binational youth talent. She announced that the semifinal rounds will take place from August 17 to September 21, and the grand finale will be held on October 5 at the Teatro de la Ciudad Esperanza Iris in Mexico City, with broadcasts on over 18 public media channels and social media platforms.
The U.S. West Region semifinalists are: Janine, Brian Muñoz, Mishel Domenssain, Mike León, MurieL, Asália and Norma (duet), Tony Carreta, and Priscilla Félix—all singer-songwriters or performers committed to sharing messages of transformation and hope through music.
