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The 2025 Mazatlán Carnival, a major event crucial for reviving the city’s tourism economy, has been shaken by cartel threats leading to artist cancellations. Grupo Firme withdrew from their scheduled performance after receiving a death threat via a narcomanta (banner) in Tijuana, accompanied by a severed head. Singers Jorge Medina and Josi Cuen also canceled their shows, citing unspecified reasons.
This incident highlights the growing influence of drug cartels on Mexico’s music industry. Similar threats have previously targeted artists like Natanael Cano and Peso Pluma. In Grupo Firme’s place, the Aguilar family—featuring Pepe Aguilar, Ángela Aguilar, and Leonardo Aguilar—will perform. Other scheduled acts, including Plácido Domingo and Alejandro Sanz, remain in the lineup.
Cartel intimidation is increasingly shaping festival lineups, particularly in states like Sinaloa, Baja California, and Jalisco. Some cities, like Tijuana, have responded by banning narcocorridos. Singer Julio Preciado voiced concerns over the government’s inability to control the situation, as cartels continue exerting influence over public entertainment.
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