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First Stream Latin: New Music From C. Tangana & Nathy Peluso, ChocQuibTown, 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. C. Tangana & Nathy Peluso, “Ateo” (Sony Music España) An ode to bachata, which C. Tangana first explored on “Tu Me Dejaste de Querer,” the Spanish rapper now teams up with Nathy Peluso for another bachata-fused track titled “Ateo.” The genre-smashing artists first set the tone for the single’s release with a provocative teaser showcasing their bachata skills that stirred up some controversy. At its core, the track is a love song that narrates a love so pure it makes an atheist believe. “I was an atheist but I believe now,” they sing. “All it took was for a miracle like you to come down to earth.” About the song...
Joss Favela Inks Worldwide Co-Publishing Deal With Warner Chappell Music
The 30-year-old Regional Mexican star, who has penned over 100 songs for artists such as Alejandro Fernandez, Banda MS, and Natti Natasha, made history at the 2016 Premio ASCAP as the youngest person ever to win songwriter of the year. He nabbed the title in 2017 and 2018. On the Billboard charts, Favela has entered Hot Latin Songs, Latin Airplay, Top Latin Albums, Regional Mexican Albums, and Regional Mexican Airplay, where he has five top 10’s. “When my love for music started I never thought that I’d get to spend my life writing songs,” he said. “I’m continuously surprised by the beautiful things that happen to me, and joining the Warner Chappell family is one of them. I’m grateful for the songs that life has given me, but I’m even more grateful for the ones ...
5 Uplifting Moments in Latin Music This Week (October 2)
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. J Balvin Radio For SiriusXM, J Balvin has curated an exclusive two-week, limited edition channel featuring anecdotes from the making of his album Jose. He’s also flaunting his radio host abilities with two original shows, “Head Bang with Jose,” where he will feature some of his favorite rock tunes, and “La Hora Rumbera,” where he will feature classic tropical tunes. Part of SiriusXM and Pandora’s Small Stage Series, an exclusive Balvin performance will air at 10 p.m. ET on Oct. 13 via satellite and on the SXM App. J Balvin Radio will b...
Ozuna Hints That Blackpink, Megan Thee Stallion & DJ Snake Collab is ‘97%’ Complete
A few weeks after debuting his new single “La Funka” at the 2021 MTV Video Music Awards, Ozuna is ready to drop his next major collaboration. On Thursday (Sept. 30), the award-winning Puerto Rican artist took to Twitter to let fans know that his next song, alongside Blackpink, Megan Thee Stallion and DJ Snake, is “97 percent” complete. “BKP + MTS + SNK + [teddy bear emoji],” the Latin superstar wrote. Fans on Twitter, however, are wondering if the song is with the entire South Korean girl group or just group member Lisa, who although still part of the K-pop phenomenon, debuted her solo project Lalisa earlier this month. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful ...
Gloria Estefan Says She Was Sexually Abused as a Child by a Music Teacher
Gloria replied, “I have,” and continued: “He was family, but not close family. He was in a position of power because my mother had put me in his music school and he immediately started telling her how talented I was and how I needed special attention, and she felt lucky that he was focusing this kind of attention on me.” She added that abuse “starts little by little and then it goes fast.” “I told him, ‘This cannot happen, you cannot do this.’ He goes, ‘Your father’s in Vietnam, your mother’s alone and I will kill her if you tell her,’” Estefan recalled. The singer said she knew she was not responsible for her abuser’s actions, but she worried he would hurt her mother. She feigned sickness to get out of going to music classes. Emily asked if Gloria’s mother was aware of the abuse. “N...
What’s Your Favorite Latin Collaboration of September 2021? Vote!
The year is flying by so fast, but before we enter October, we want to know: What was your favorite Latin collaboration released in September? Every month, Billboard highlights all the collaborations featured on our weekly First Stream Latin and compiles them in a fan-based poll. The new poll includes Sofia Reyes and Becky G’s heartbreak cumbia “Mal de Amores,” Christian Nodal and Banda MS’ long-overdue collab “La Sinverguenza,” and Tokischa’s flamenco-dembow “Linda” featuring Rosalia, to name a few. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful people, chat and make money in the process. Earn rewards by chatting, sharing photos, blogging and help give users back th...
Gloria Estefan Reflects on Being Called Out During ‘In the Heights’ Colorism Controversy
The singer and Cuban American icon said it can be assumed she isn’t Latina due to her lighter skin, but says she understands why someone would point to her as an example. “I understood it, completely. I understood it because I am a very well-known Latina, and I look a certain way. My skin is white, you know,” she said. “Although to a lot of people, they might assume that I’m not white because I’m Latina! So, it may have nothing to do with your genetics; the bottom line is labeling and putting people in boxes.” “OK, even though I go, ‘Hey, I’m just as Latina as anybody else,’ I understood where that was coming from,” she added. Emily — who is proud the show is “bringing up and opening the door to the conversation of colorism and racism within the Latin community” — says women like the Estef...
‘The Bodyguard’ Remake Writer Says Whitney Houston’s Role Will Now Be Latina
The remake of the 1992 romantic thriller The Bodyguard, which originally starred Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner, will feature a brand-new storyline about an overnight Latina sensation, according to the new film’s screenwriter. Matthew López, the Tony Award-winning playwright of The Inheritance who will be writing the new film, told Variety in an interview published Tuesday (Sept. 28) that he wants a Latina to front the project. Unlike Houston, who portrayed Oscar-nominated actress and high-profile singer Rachel Marron dodging death threats and a stalker in the film, the new female lead of The Bodyguard will play an up-and-coming singer who realizes how much she needs protection after growing into her fame. “It’s so much fun. When Warner Bro...
Camilo on His 10 Latin Grammy Nominations: ‘The Job of Creatives Is to Un-Define Themselves’
You were on a flight to London when nominations were announced this morning. Tell me how you received the news? We were getting off the plane in London. And because we landed early, we had to take a bus to pick up our luggage because it was raining and there were tons of people and we were all screaming. The nominations started to come up on my phone as we went from the plane to the bus, from the bus to the luggage, from the luggage to the taxi. Finally, my wife [Evaluna Montaner] called me and said: ‘Love, you’re nominated for like 10 awards.’ I said, “What does ‘like 10’ mean exactly?” She said, “It means you have 10 nominations.” You’re up for awards in pop, urban and tropical categories, as well as album, song and record of the year. Which is most significant? They all pinp...
2021 Billboard Latin Music Awards Deliver Record-Breaking Ratings Across Telemundo Platforms
The 2021 Billboard Latin Music Awards, broadcast live on Telemundo on Thursday, delivered record-breaking results for Spanish-language prime time, generating a total of 57 million engagements across television, digital and social platforms, Billboard has learned. Reaching a cumulative audience of more than 3.6 million total viewers in prime time, Telemundo delivered 1.66 million total viewers and 713,000 adults 18-49 on linear, as reported by Nielsen. The red carpet special, Alfombra de los Premios Billboard, averaged 1.35 million total viewers and 507,000 adults 18-49. On the Telemundo app, the awards ceremony generated 1.2 million user minutes during the live linear simulcast, increasing 31 percent versus last year. In addition to the #Billboards2021 hashtag trending on Twitter and TikTo...
Watch Kany García, ChocQuibTown & Yotuel Talk Social Justice in ‘Cultura Clash’ Premiere
Most recently, Yotuel’s “Patria Y Vida” became the anthem of unprecedented anti-government protests in and out of Cuba. “Music has a major impact when it comes to social justice issues,” Yotuel adds. “Music isn’t just about numbers on Spotify or YouTube, music moves the conscience and inspires people.” Speaking out wasn’t always an option for artists, argues García. “If we were talking about the role artists play when it comes to social justice issues 15 years ago, we’d say that the artist should not have an opinion on such matters or become associated with certain topics. But over the past few years, times have changed. We’ve realized that social media platforms aren’t only there to promote our new single or our...
Hispanic Heritage Month: Top Winners in the History of the Billboard Latin Music Awards
Most recently, Anthony performed “Pa’ Allá Voy” at the 2021 Billboard Latin Music Awards, which took place Thursday, Sept. 23, in Miami. This year, Bad Bunny scored 10 wins including artist of the year award. See the complete list of winners here. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, below is a running list of the top winners in the history of the Billboard Latin Music Awards. Male artist with the most wins: Enrique Iglesias, with 48 awards Female artist with the most wins: Shakira, with 41 awards Group with the most wins: Aventura, with 28 awards Families that boast two generations of BLMA-winning talent: Julio and Enrique Iglesias; Vicente and Alejandro Fernandez. Artist who has taken the most awards in on...
