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Las Villa Experiment With Bachata in New Single ‘La Carta’: Watch the Video
Las Villa, who have dipped their toes in trap, perreo, and pop, are now experimenting with bachata in their new single “La Carta,” premiering exclusively on Billboard Thursday (April 28). The Colombian-born duo, comprised of twins Laura and Lucia, present their new single composed by themselves alongside Vibarco, La Pardo, and Casta (who also produced the track). Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “La Carta” fuses traditional bachata rhythms with edgy urbano beats, and tells the story of a letter where an ex-partner claims they have changed, but Las Villa believes not for the best. “Now I see you using Balenciaga when a year ago you didn’t care about that/ You’re not happy and soon you’ll realize that your movie will end,” the chorus goes....
Maluma Gets His Own Madame Tussauds Wax Figure in Medellín: It ‘Is a True Replica of Me’
Maluma is the latest artist to get his own Madame Tussauds wax figure, which was unveiled in his native Medellín, Colombia, on Monday. The life-size replica of the “Pretty Boy” himself marks the first launch in South America in the wax museum’s history. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Wearing one of his signature outfits — a custom white Versace double-breasted jacket paired with black Bottega Veneta shoes — the wax figure coincides with Maluma’s homecoming concert, Medallo en el Mapa, set to take place April 30 at the Atanasio Girardot stadium. “The work that the entire team at Madame Tussauds created is unreal,” the chart-topping artist said in a statement. “The figure is a true replica of me and I am honored to have them bring a piec...
How to Get Tickets to Karol G’s 2022 Tour Dates
Karol G is following up back-to-back Coachella appearances with news of her massive “$trip Love” tour coming to 30 cities across North America this Fall. Get tickets here, and read on for more details including pre-sale dates. What Is Karol G’s Next Tour? Karol G’s 2022 North American tour begins in Chicago on September 6th before covering the East Coast with shows in Philadelphia, Boston, New York City, Washington, DC, and Toronto. She then spends three nights in Florida with Miami on September 22nd, Orlando on the 24th, and Tampa on the 26th, followed by four nights in Texas with Houston on September 29th, Hidalgo on the 30th, Austin on October 4th, and Dallas on October 5th. Advertisement Related Video Moving west, Karol G hits Denver on October 9th, Phoenix on October 11th, then plays ...
Pepe Garza to Lead Estrella Media’s New Music Division
Estrella Media has promoted longtime radio programmer and television personality Pepe Garza to head of content development and A&R for the company’s newly established music division Estrella Media Music Entertainment (EMME). Garza will also serve as the executive producer of digital audio for the multi-platform media company. According to an official description of his new role, Garza will help lead the new division where he’ll “seek out new talent” to sign to the label and publishing arm and “help develop the next generation of Latin music stars.” Garza will also be responsible for curating new original digital audio series for Estrella’s free streaming platforms and podcasts. “Pepe has been a leading figure in the growth and support of Regional Mexican music and transformed the way f...
Nathy Peluso Talks Her Coachella Debut & Her Dream of Collaborating With Miley Cyrus
Leading up to her Coachella performance this weekend, Nathy Peluso spoke with Billboard about what she’d be bringing to the festival, which pop star she’d love to collaborate with and more. “I’m bringing something fresh,” the Argentine artist can be heard saying in the video above, speaking of her first time taking the stage at the California festival, during its second weekend of 2022. “I’ve been working a lot on this show. It’s important to me to share the music. I did the arrangements with my band; we really want to share the good music with the people. I worked a lot to be here. So I’m like, ‘Yes, now I’m here,’ — so focus and try to enjoy all [of] the experience.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news For those in the audience who are ne...
Jhayco Explains His New Artist Name & Receiving Mia Khalifa’s Stamp of Approval
Jhayco (formerly known as Jhay Cortez) had a successful evening at the 2022 Latin American Music Awards on Thursday (April 21), where he was an eight-time nominee. The Puerto Rican singer won song of the year and favorite urban song for his Bad Bunny-assisted “Dákiti,” which he also performed on stage, followed by a presentation of his new single “Sensual Bebé.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news That same night, the artist born Jesús Manuel Nieves Cortez officially announced his artistic name change to Jhayco at the live, televised event. “It’s something that I always wanted to do,” he told Billboard on the red carpet. “That’s the name that goes with my personality and always wanted. I created my brand, my own path, and with all respect t...
First Stream Latin: New Music From Shakira & Rauw Alejandro, Ivy Queen & 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. Shakira & Rauw Alejandro, “Te Felicito” (Sony Music Latin) Oh to live in an AI world and build the perfect boyfriend. That’s what Shakira does in the music video for her new single with Rauw Alejandro, “Te Felicito.” In the electro-pop-infused reggaetón track, the Colombian pop star sings about an ex who didn’t see her worth, which is why she takes matters into her own hands and builds “the one,” who is none other than Rauw. The Puerto Rican artist then joins her on the second verse of “Te Felicito,” which is Shakira’s first single of 2022. Watch the Jaume de la Iguana-directed music video where Shak and Ra...
Karol G Brings Carefree Happiness to ‘Provenza’: Stream It Now
Karol G is becoming really good at catching us by surprise, and also, surprising us. Witness her new single, “Provenza.” It was released with little anticipation on the eve of the 2022 Latin AMAs (where Karol G was the big winner, but was not in attendance). And the track itself is surprising in a way Karol G is more and more inclined to be. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Coming after a string of powerful, anthemic, rhythmic tracks, from “Tusa” to “Makinón” and to “Mamiii,” her collab with Becky G, “Provenza” feels like an impressionistic painting: Wistful and sweet, even gentle, but with an undercurrent of strength. Singing over a lilting, calypso-esque beat, Karol yearns for an encounter with a past love — “Baby what’s up. Haven’t he...
Maria Becerra, Tiago PZK and Lit Killah Show Argentina Power at Latin AMAs
It was all about Argentine power at the Latin American Music Awards, with young guns Tiago PZK, Lit Killah and Maria Becerra onstage together for their hit “Entre Nosotros.” Representing a brash new generation of Argentine acts who have become global streaming phenoms with their blend of trap, pop and R&B, each of the three displayed a distinctive sound. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Initially singing from chairs that simulated hospital beds that showed vital signs, and dressed all in white (a theme of the evening), the trio got up halfway, with screams from the audience sometimes overpowering the singing. No longer far away thanks to streaming, Argentine power is here to stay. Watch: ⚪️🇦🇷🎶 #MariaBece...
Karol G Is Big Winner at Latin AMAs With 6 Awards, Followed by Bad Bunny: Full Winners List
Karol G was the big winner at the 2022 Latin American Music Awards on Thursday (April 21), winning six awards, including artist of the year, female artist of the year and album of the year for her chart-topping KG0516. In a twist in a reggaetón world dominated by men, Karol G also won favorite urban artist, favorite urban album and favorite collaboration for “Makinón,” her track with newcomer Mariah Angelique. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Karol G’s dominance was such that she even bested king Bad Bunny, who this time came in second with five awards: favorite male artist, song of the year and favorite urban song for “Dákiti,” his smash with Jhay Cortez; favorite tropical song (“Volví”); and viral song of the year for “AM.” Following in sheer ...
CNCO, Luis Fonsi,& More Highlights From The 2022 Latin AMAs Rehearsals
A wave of artists is set to walk the carpet and perform at the 2022 Latin American Music Awards, airing Thursday (April 21) on Telemundo. But first, names such as Luis Fonsi, CNCO, Tiago PZK, and more, stopped by the “Celebrity Lounge” during rehearsals to talk to Billboard. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The 2022 Latin AMAs, led by Bad Bunny with 10 nominations, will be broadcast on Telemundo starting at 7 p.m. ET with the red carpet pre-show followed at 8 p.m. ET by the awards show. Below, see some highlights from the Latin AMA’s rehearsals: AKIM ON WORKING WITH FARRUKO The rising Panamanian artist, who will make his Latin AMAs debut as a presenter, talked about being signed to Farruko’s label Carbon Fiber Music. “He’s someone who’s gone thr...
Lorde Covers a ‘Genius’ Rosalia Song to Introduce ‘Liability’: Watch
Lorde just covered a Rosalía song on tour and, as the 28-year-old Latin musician would say: It’s so, so, so, so, so, so good. While performing Monday night (April 18) at the Radio City Music Hall in New York City, Lorde began singing the lyrics to Rosalía’s sensual, Spanish-language track “Hentai,” prompting ecstatic screams from the audience as soon as they realized whose song the “Solar Power” artist was performing. Sitting on the steps of her stage’s enormous sundial-shaped structure, Lorde’s only accompaniment was a soft piano that began playing the instantly recognizable opening notes of her Melodrama fan-favorite “Liability” once she got through the English lyrics — “So, so, so, so, so, so good” — of Rosalía’s chorus. The 25-year-old pop star has spoken before about her love for “Hen...
