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First Stream Latin: New Music From Tiago PZK & Ozuna, Caloncho, Plus More
First Stream Latin is a compilation of the best new Latin songs, albums, and videos recommended by the Billboard Latin editors. Check out this week’s picks below. Tiago PZK feat. Ozuna, “Nos Comemos” (Warner Music Latin/Grand Move Records) [embedded content] Tiago PZK and Ozuna have joined forces for the first time in “Nos Comemos,” a song about what happens when two people have crazy chemistry. Penned by the Argentine breakthrough artist and the Puerto Rican star, the track is an edgy, hard-hitting reggaetœn number produced by Big One in Miami and Buenos Aires. The collaboration happened organically, Tiago PZK explains in a press statement, saying that he met Ozuna in April at a BRESH party in Miami, where they “hit it off” and “exchanged phone numbers.” “I shared with him the song via Wh...
Chiquis Shares Three Tips For Effectively Writing Affirmations
If while listening to Chiquis‘ new album Abeja Reina you think she sounds more confident than in her previous records, that’s because she does. It’s a newfound level of confidence that comes with “maturity and experience,” the Mexican-American artist says during an Instagram Live with Billboard. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “Going through certain things that bring you to your knees and it’s like you never want to feel like that again,” Chiquis explains. “But it’s also not giving an F and not just saying it but really not giving an F and knowing what I contribute to the world. I’m a queen. I am no longer scared. When it came to singing, because of toxic voices, I would question myself. Now, I have given myself room to grow and shut th...
Camila Cabello Pays Homage to Her Latin Heritage at Stunning UEFA Champions League Final Opening Ceremony
Camila Cabello gave soccer fans something to remember at the opening of the 2022 UEFA Champions League final on Saturday (May 28). Prior to the face-off between Liverpool and Real Madrid, the 25-year-old songstress delivered a colorful spectacle for thousands of fans at Stade de France in Paris. The carnival-themed celebration, which Cabello paid homage to Cabello’s Latin heritage, featured a breathtaking medley of “Senorita,” “Bam Bam” and “Don’t Go Yet.” In a recent interview with Billboard, Cabello discussed weaving elements of her Latin culture into her new music and into every aspect of her life. “My music, I always feel celebrates my heritage and my Cuban-Mexican heritage, so there’s going to be songs from Familia on there,” the singer said of the performance. Explore Explore Se...
5 Uplifting Moments in Latin Music This Week (May 28): Lunay, Camilo & More
From career milestones and new music releases to major announcements and more, Billboard editors highlight the latest news buzz in Latin music every week. Here’s what happened in the Latin music world this week. Lunay Makes Acting Debut Lights, cameras, action! Puerto Rican artist Lunay makes his big-screen debut in the new film The Valet, starring Eugenio Derbez, Samara Weaving and Max Greenfield. The Puerto Rican artist makes a brief cameo in the film as a limo driver who, as a side hustle, makes music. The Valet is now available for streaming on Hulu. Below, check out part of his scene with Derbez soundtracked by Lunay. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Camilo & The Latin Grammy Foundation On the heels of announcing his ...
TINI’s ‘La Triple T’ Holds at No. 1 on Billboard Argentina Hot 100 Chart
TINI’s “La Triple T” holds the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Argentina Hot 100 chart for a second week (chart dated May 21), two weeks after it flew in at No. 53. The track is the Argentinian’s first leader as a soloist, unaccompanied by another act, among a collection of three champs, including her seven-week run atop the list: “Bar,” with L-Gante (starting on the chart dated Nov. 20, 2021). Harry Styles secures his highest ranking dating back to his first entry in May 2020, as “As It Was” climbs 7-2 after a two-week No. 7 high. While Emilia’s “Cuatro Veinte” holds steady at No. 3 for a fourth week (after its No. 2 peak) and Sofía Reyes and Maria Becerra’s “Marte” sits at No. 4, a new title visits the upper tier: Bad Bunny’s “Ojitos Lindos,” with Bomba Estéreo, surges 19-5 in its second wee...
Christina Aguilera Postpones Music Release After Texas Shooting: ‘My Heart Breaks’
A few days after Christina Aguilera announced her La Tormenta EP, the pop star shared that she will be postponing the release to respect those who lost their lives in the senseless mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. “I will be postponing the release of my new music as we mourn with the community of Uvalde,” she wrote via her Instagram Story on Thursday (May 26). “My heart breaks for the families and loved ones of the children and educators affected by this tragedy. I urge our leaders to make immediate changes on laws around gun control.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Her demand for change joins the countless Democratic politicians, gun control advocates and fellow musicians who urged those in power to take ...
Pitbull Gets Behind the Wheel of NASCAR Program For International Drivers
Trackhouse Entertainment Group, a venture of former driver Justin Marks and Grammy Award-winning rapper Pitbull, launched a program Tuesday that will field a NASCAR Cup Series entry for renowned international drivers. PROJECT91 could make Trackhouse a destination spot for global stars eager to compete in America’s most popular racing series. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news PROJECT91 will enter the No. 91 Chevrolet Camaro at least once during the current Cup season and has plans to expand the program in future years. The first driver and race will be announced soon. Trackhouse Racing, a division of Trackhouse Entertainment Group, currently fields cars for Daniel Suárez (No. 99) and Ross Chastain (No. 1) in the Cup Series. IndyCar, the Am...
Bad Bunny & Chencho Corleone Rule Hot Latin Songs Chart With ‘Me Porto Bonito’
Continuing his monster debut week across Billboard charts with his latest album Un Verano Sin Ti, Bad Bunny arrives at another career milestone as “Me Porto Bonito,” with Chencho Corleone, hits No. 1 on the Hot Latin Songs survey (dated May 28). With the new win, Bad Bunny collects his 11th No. 1, the most among Latin rhythmic acts. Corleone claims his first champ in his fifth try. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “Me Porto Bonito” ascends from No. 4 to lead the tally — which blends radio airplay, streaming activity and sales. It climbs to the top despite a 9% dip in streaming activity, with 21.4 million on-demand streams, earned in the U.S. in the week ending May 19, according to Luminate, vs. the 24 million registered clicks from its debu...
How to Get Tickets to Ozuna’s 2022 Tour
Ozuna is gearing up for one of reggaeton’s most exciting live shows arriving in 2022 with the upcoming “OzuTochi Tour.” Get tickets here, and read on for more details including pre-sale dates. What Is Ozuna’s Next Tour? The 24-date North American circuit kicks off in Brooklyn on September 30th followed by East Coast shows in Reading, Pennsylvania and Boston on October 2nd and 6th, respectively. Heading west, the tour stops in Rosemont, Illinois on October 9th before settling in Texas for eight shows in the state and surrounding region between October 14th and October 27th. These dates include El Paso, San Antonio, Houston, Austin, and Oklahoma City. Advertisement Related Video Next, Ozuna stretches across the entire West Coast, starting in San Diego on October 30th and traveling to the lik...
Ricky Martin to Star in New Apple TV+ Comedy Series ‘Mrs. American Pie’
Ricky Martin has landed his next television role. The Puerto Rican star will be the male lead in Mrs. American Pie, a new Apple TV+ comedy series, the singer announced on Monday (May 23). The cast will also include Kristen Wiig, Alison Janney and Laura Dern, who is executive producing the show. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Set to play Robert in the 10-episode series based on the novel by Juliet McDaniel, Mrs. American Pie is Martin’s first television project since Ryan Murphy’s drama The Assassination of Gianni Versace on FX, in which he played Antonio D’Amico. According to a description of the series from Deadline, Mrs. American Pie is set in the early 1970s and follows Maxine Simmons (Wiig), who’s attempting to secure a seat at the...
5 Uplifting Moments in Latin Music This Week (May 21)
From career milestones and new music releases to major announcements and more, Billboard editors highlight the latest news buzz in Latin music every week. Here’s what happened in the Latin music world this week. GEN MEX Amazon Music has launched “GEN MEX: Your Generation of Música Mexicana,” which will, according to the company, include new music programming and editorial, including Amazon Originals, videos, livestreams, and a new video featuring Christian Nodal where he introduces fans to Amazon’s new home of Música Mexicana. Additionally, GEN MEX launches with more than 80 playlists and with Yahritza Y Su Esencia as the newly-named ROMPE artist. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “GEN MEX is a celebration of one of the fastes...
Here Are the English Lyrics to Bad Bunny’s Party Anthem ‘Despues De La Playa’
Bad Bunny continues to make the rounds with his historic album Un Verano Sin Ti, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart with the year’s biggest week for any album: 274,000 equivalent album units earned in the U.S., according to Luminate. On Billboard‘s Hot Latin Songs chart, all 23 tracks entered the top 25, with even his 2019 banger “Callaita” re-entering the chart. One of his newer tracks, “Despues de la Playa,” debuted at No. 3, following the chart-topping “Moscow Mule” and his full-fledged dembow “Titi Me Pregunto” at No. 2. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “Despues de la Playa,” which translates to “after the beach,” is a fast-paced mambo and merengue fusion that was recorded with a live band, making this the most en...
