Old-School Reggaeton Anthems, Timeless Energy: Inside Mega 96.3 CaliBash Los Angeles (Recap)
Mega 96.3 CaliBash returned to Crypto.com Arena this year as a love letter to old-school reggaetón, bringing together the artists who laid the foundation for the genre and reminding Los Angeles exactly why these songs still hit just as hard decades later.
From the opening moments, the night felt less like a typical concert and more like a massive reunion for fans who grew up on perreo classics, burned CDs, and late-night radio mixes.
The lineup leaned heavily into reggaetón’s golden era, delivering back-to-back performances that prioritized legacy, nostalgia, and pure crowd control. Yandel commanded the stage with effortless confidence, running through hits that instantly transported the audience back to the peak of reggaetón’s global takeover.
One of the night’s most powerful moments came from Ivy Queen, whose presence reminded everyone why she remains the undisputed Queen of Reggaetón. Her performance was commanding, unapologetic, and deeply rooted in the genre’s early days, earning some of the loudest reactions of the night.
Tito El Bambino, Randy Nota Loca, De La Ghetto, Ken-Y, and Baby Rasta & Gringo each brought their own slice of reggaetón history to the stage, creating a nonstop run of classics that had the arena moving from start to finish. Alex Sensation came out and delivered a slew of hits from current to the 2000s as he had all of the venue, dancing and enjoying his set. Chencho Corleone closed out the nearly 4 hour show with his signature smooth delivery, proving that timeless hooks don’t age, they evolve.
What made this year’s CaliBash stand out was its commitment to honoring the genre’s roots. There were no gimmicks. Just artists, hits, and an audience that knew every word. The production elevated the experience with clean visuals and booming sound, but it never overshadowed what truly mattered: the music and the memories attached to it.
By the end of the night, Mega 96.3 CaliBash proved that old-school reggaetón isn’t just nostalgic, it’s timeless. The energy, the anthems, and the connection between artists and fans reaffirmed why this annual concert remains a staple in Los Angeles’ Latin music scene and a celebration of the culture that continues to influence generations.
