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María Isabel Signs To Warner Records, Releases ‘No Soy Para Ti’ Single: Exclusive
The Queens native released her first track, “The 1,” in 2020, after spending multiple years developing her songwriting technique. Her debut EP, Stuck in the Sky, demonstrated a poetic flair within both Spanish and English lyrics, and was followed by the two-track release of “Buy Your Own Flowers” and “Love song” earlier this year. “Beyond her sheer talent, there is a unique passion, vulnerability and intelligence present in María’s music and lyrics that immediately draws you in,” says Dominique Maldonado, Warner Records’ senior director of A&R. “María shows up unabashedly as herself in everything that she does, and I know she’s going to continue to inspire as the world gets to know her.” In the “No Soy Para Ti” music video, which was directed by Alfred Marroquin, Isabel returns h...
Karol G, CNCO, El Alfa & More Win Big at Heat Latin Music Awards 2021: Full List
Special awards were handed out throughout the night, including Premio Oro to Wisin for his remarkable 18-year career and Premio Compromiso to Gloria Trevi for her social commitment to her Ana Dalai Foundation. The 2021 Heat Latin Music Awards followed all COVID-19 safety procedures, which included temperature checks, hand-sanitizing stations and mask coverage for all staff. The audience sat in separate pods of four people and wore masks as well. Below check out all the winners for the sixth edition of the awards: BEST MALE ARTISTCAMILOMALUMAJ BALVINNICKY JAM — WINNER PRINCE ROYCEFARRUKOOZUNABAD BUNNY BEST FEMALE ARTISTROSALÍAKAROL GGREEICYFARINAKALI UCHISNATTI NATASHAANITTANATHY PELUSODANNA PAOLA — WINNER BEST BAND OR GROUPCNCO — WINNERREIKPISO 21MORATZION & LENN...
Luis Vázquez Becomes Youngest Soloist to Top Tropical Airplay Chart
Luis Vázquez scores his first No. 1 on Billboard’s Tropical Airplay chart as “Tu Fan” rises 3-1 on the July 3-dated survey. At 15 years old, the Puerto Rican becomes the youngest soloist to arrive at the summit since the chart began in October 1994. He beats out previous record-holder Leslie Grace, who was 17 when “Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow” topped the chart in October 2012. “I’m beyond happy that at the beginning of my career I already have a No. 1 on the Tropical Airplay chart,” Vázquez tells Billboard. “Thankful to God for helping me achieve this dream with my first song and to my family for all the support and love. Grateful also to the public who has supported the song from the beginning and to my second family, JAK Entertainment.” “Tu Fan” tops the chart with 3.8 mi...
Latin Artist on the Rise: How Luis Vazquez Made History on Billboard’s Tropical Airplay Chart
“All my life I’ve dreamed of growing as a singer, so when there was an opportunity to cross over to salsa as a soloist, my parents and I agreed it was for the best,” he says. “It’s a new world for me but I want to keep growing and experimenting.” Since dropping Comienzos, he had been keeping up with the Billboard charts, checking every night before bed to see if any of his songs had entered the charts. “When I saw that ‘Tu Fan’ had reached No. 3, I thought that was already huge and I was proud. But earlier this week, my phone started blowing up one morning and when I checked my entire family and team had sent me messages saying we were No. 1. My heart was full and I started crying. It’s a major feat.” Vázquez, who enjoys spe...
Wisin Promises Karol G & Camilo Collabs, Teases New Wisin y Yandel Album Is Coming
“I wanted to do a big remix and include Yandel, Zion, Rauw Alejandro, but I went with those two. I have three elite artists of the new generation,” he adds. The urbano hitmaker, who became a household name with reggaeton duo Wisin y Yandel, says he’s characterized by uniting cultures and voices. He tells Billboard exclusively that a “spectacular” song with Camilo is on the way in addition to a major collaboration with Ozuna, Karol G, and Jhay Cortez. “I know people will be talking about it,” he assures. But one of his most promising reveals is a new Wisin y Yandel album in the works. “When our fans ask for it we have to let them know we’re here,” he says. “We have a solid audience […] a beautiful future is nearing.” Live from the Dominican Republic, the sixth edition of Premios Heat ...
Lunay Says ‘Todo o Nada’ Music Video With Anitta ‘Will Be Out Soon’: Watch
“We both saw each other on social media, we reached out to each other and we became good friends,” he says. “We wanted to collaborate. She went to the studio and loved the song.” The music video is on the way, he reveals. “We filmed it very fast in Miami,” he says. “I’m very happy with the song, the TikTok dances, we want to show people that this isn’t only a song, but it has a dynamic and it’s enjoyable. It’ll be out soon.” In addition, Lunay, who says an El Niño tour is “100 percent happening,” plans to celebrate his 21st birthday in October either in Ibiza or Miami with the people who have always supported him. “We’re preparing something big!” Watch the full interview below: You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should ...
Latin Pride: Esteman on How Coming Out Marked a ‘Before & After’ In His Career
How did the decision to come out impact your art? I feel like there is a before and after in my career when I decide to come out to my fans. It’s as if a weight has been lifted off my shoulders and, in a way, I was able to connect with them even more via my music. Before I told them, I already had a special bond with the people that followed me but in the moment that my album Amor Libre was released and I decide to share all these personal stories and show an unfiltered side of me, my music became more valuable and powerful. Without planning this, I think more people started listening to my songs. Did you have any LGBTQ+ idols growing up? Elton John, Freddie Mercury and Miguel Bosé. And then there was Madonna, Gloria Estefan and Cher who aren’t part of the community but are LGB...
5 Uplifting Moments in Latin Music This Week (June 26)
The chart-topping, 24-year-old artist celebrated the release of her beauty brand on June 23 at a private event in Los Angeles where she thanked her team, family and fans for their continued support throughout her career. “There’s a reason I didn’t call it Becky G cosmetics because TresLúce is more than me, it’s about us.” TresLúce products are now on sale to all consumers online. Daddy Yankee to be honored with special award at Premios Juventud Premios Juventud announced it will honor superstar Daddy Yankee with its “Agent of Change” award. “This year, we are proud to honor his exemplary role as a humanitarian driving change in our community and the world,” said Ignacio Meyer, SVP of music, nonfiction, and development at Univision. “H...
Latin Pride: Kany Garcia on Gaining ‘Authentic Credibility’ After Coming Out
As the countdown begins, Garcia celebrates Pride Month by telling Billboard how coming out has impacted her art and who her LGBTQ+ idol was growing up. Read the Q&A below: How did the decision to come out impact your art? I think I have never gained so much credibility in my career. That kind of credibility doesn’t come from songs or lines of thought, but rather from real authenticity. Did you ever have an LGBTQ+ idol growing up? I was always a fan of Juan Gabriel, of his versatility, of his way of composing, but above all, that loyalty to himself before anyone else. Would you say the industry is more accepting of the LGBTQ+ community compared to when you first started your career? We have taken many steps forward, but we still have a long way to go. What would you say to new art...
Ana de la Reguera on ‘Forever Purge,’ Artists Who Soundtracked Her Childhood & More
Mexican actress, producer and writer Ana de la Reguera grew up in a music-filled home with artists such as Lupita D’Alessio, Camilo Sesto, Emmanuel and Los Bukis soundtracking her childhood. In fact, her older sister, Ali Gua Gua, went on to become a singer-songwriter playing for rock-punk bands in Argentina and Mexico. De la Reguera took a different path, which led her to Hollywood, but she’s still entrenched in music thanks to her sister and her love for all types of Latin genres, from reggaeton to rock en Español. Following de la Reguera’s semi-autobiographical show Ana, where music is key to telling the story of her journey as an actress, the upcoming horror film The Forever Purge finds de la Reguera in a more serious and action-filled setting, where sh...
Latin Pride: Javiera Mena on the Importance of Connecting With Your True Self
How did the decision to come out impact your art? I never actually came out of the closet, only when they asked me whether I had a boyfriend, and I said, “No, I have a girlfriend.” That was my coming out. My entire family has known since I was 15 years old, and I’ve always received a lot of love and support from them, so it was great for me to be able to speak up and be who I am without any shame or fear. I think other artists might feel under pressure coming from their family or the people around them. I think my art has obviously been impacted by the times we live in, because, unfortunately, if I say I’m dating a girl, people expect me to be an activist or to represent something. The only reason I say unfortunately is because I’d like to live in a world where this isn’t a pro...
Latin Pride: Pabllo Vittar on Making Art to Help Others Find Their Voice & Identity
Vittar has become a household name in her home country of Brazil with her fierce, unapologetic and empowering tunes. She’s gotten on the international radar by collaborating with artists such as Diplo, Lali, Charli XCX, Anitta and Thalia, to name a few. In celebration of Pride Month, Vittar opens up about how coming out has impacted her art and how she will be celebrating Pride this year. How did the decision to come out impact your art? Did you ever have an LGBTQ+ idol growing up? I was lucky enough to never have to actually come out! I grew up in an open-minded, full of love family. For drag in my teenage years, RuPaul opened so many doors for me as a kid growing up in a small town. So I strive now to make art and provide a message, to help other kids like me growing up, hopefully, do th...
