Listened to the EDC Mexico set from PAUZA on Apple Music and really enjoyed it. It’s very much in the same vein as Mestiza. The set was so authentic that it even included a train wreck or two 😆.
I was working with Claude to confirm the name and get some background.
You were right! PAUZA is indeed a DJ duo—specifically Cuba’s first female electronic music duo, formed by Paula Fernández and Zahira Sánchez from Havana.
The name “PAUZA” is actually a combination of their names: “PAU” (from Paula) and “ZA” (from Zahira), not directly a translation from Spanish or Slavic languages.
They’re known for blending electronic music with traditional Afro-Cuban rhythms and have over 25 million Spotify streams.
I apologize for my initial assumption about the name’s origin!
From PAUZA’s Resident Advisor bio:
PAUZA is a Cuban DJ duo conformed by Paula Fernández and Zahira Sánchez, known for their distinctive fusion of electronic music and traditional / folkloric Afro Cuban rhythms. Since their formation, they have stood out on the international music scene with their unique and energetic style.
Latin-themed mix sets have been providing good vibes recently.
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