Our Story

Since 1997, Walk Talkin and founder Carlos “Loslito” Guaico has been a cultural driving force in Los Angeles, creating experiences that bring communities together through music, dance, art, and culture. Walk Talkin has helped shape LA’s creative landscape by connecting artists, audiences, institutions, and communities through meaningful cultural experiences.

Our portfolio spans underground gatherings, community celebrations, festivals, and large-scale civic and brand productions. Signature events include The Root Down, Descarga, Bounce Rock Skate, Milkshake, and Thanks Givends, alongside marquee projects such as the City of Santa Clara’s “Where the Mission Meets the Moment” Day on the Field at Levi’s Stadium; Visit Jordan’s FIFA Fan Zone at Levitt Pavilion Arlington, TX; Roland Global’s 404 Day livestream and Pearl & The Oysters’ record release; Scottsdale’s Día de los Muertos Festival; Grand Park NYE; the Central Avenue Jazz Festival; Broadway Night Lights; SXSW activations for TuneIn and Texas Lottery; Fairplex’s En Memoria; NextFest at the LA County Fair; and the Sounds of LA County series for LA County Parks and Recreation.

vISION

To expand the essence of these iconic events into broader platforms—such as fairs, festivals, and city-wide activations—offering communities a chance to discover emerging artists, sounds, and cultural movements shaping our neighborhoods.

MISSION

To create vibrant gathering spaces where people come together through music, dance, live performance, and discovery. These hubs serve as cultural epicenters—bridging diverse communities, nurturing movements, and connecting artists with new audiences in a shared experience.

what sets us apart

Walk Talkin has been the bridge between artists, audiences, and institutions in Los Angeles and beyond. We're not just event producers. We're cultural curators with 25+ years of experience, 100+ events, and a track record that runs from underground gatherings to city-wide civic productions for LA County, the City of Santa Clara, and multiple Council Districts. We understand government workflows, multi-source budgets, and community dynamics, and we build real partnerships with local talent and vendors. With NextFest, Label Squadz, and The Givends, we also support artists and the next generation of event workers. Authentic programming, seamless production, lasting community impact.