The mashup began with The Warning performing La Bamba, a Mexican folk tune, before Billy Idol and guitarist Steve Stevens transitioned into Twist and Shout, creating a cross‑genre moment.

Billy Idol and The Warning performed this collaboration at the Grammy Celebration of Latin Music presented by CBS and The Recording Academy, which aired on December 28, 2025.

The two songs share a related chord progression and have a history of being mashed up, a lineage that includes Bruce Springsteen’s past mashups.

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The full concert special is available to stream on Paramount+, with the performance accessible via linked content.

The event aired on CBS and Paramount+ on December 28 and featured hosts Wilmer Valderrama and Roselyn Sanchez, including performances and interviews celebrating Latin music.

The Grammy Celebration of Latin Music underscored Latin music’s influence in the U.S. and followed controversy over Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl LVIII halftime show selection.

Idol had a busy year with a 2025 Rock Hall of Fame nomination, a new album Dream Into It released in April, and a tour with Joan Jett; The Warning has been building momentum with a headlining US tour after supporting Halsey.

The Warning described performing La Bamba as a meaningful experience for Mexican artists, with footage available on The Warning’s Instagram Story and highlights of the collaboration.

During the medley, The Warning’s Dany Villarreal leads on the Spanish verses as Idol sings along, with Steve Stevens delivering a guitar solo mid‑performance.