Voices @ Alive Podcast - 2026-6-26

Voices@Alive @ Alive 90.5 FM

Music has the power to cross borders, connect cultures and bring people together—and that is exactly what Patricia Alvarez, known as La Gati, shared during our conversation on Voices@Alive.

Patricia spoke about her musical journey, which began at the age of ten singing in a church choir before learning piano and eventually becoming a full-time professional musician in 2013. She acknowledged the important role that Víctor Martínez Parada and his family played in encouraging her talent and opening doors early in her career, including her first international contract performing in Japan.

We also discovered the story behind her stage name, La Gati, inspired by the affectionate nickname "Gatita," a reflection of both her love of cats and the unique expression in her eyes.

Throughout our conversation, Patricia shared how her music is influenced by Latin rhythms, Afrobeat, electronic music and world cultures, creating performances that celebrate diversity and human connection.

As a woman in the music industry, she spoke openly about the challenges female artists continue to face, encouraging young women to believe in themselves, persevere and never give up on their dreams.

For Patricia, success is not measured by fame but by the freedom to do what you love, express yourself authentically and make a living from your passion.

She closed the interview with a heartfelt message: take care of one another, support the arts, and continue celebrating the creativity that unites our communities.

Thank you, Patricia Alvarez – La Gati, for sharing your inspiring journey with Voices@Alive @ Alive 90.5 FM.

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