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Ruben Blades Named 2021 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year
Blades, also a two-time Emmy-nominated actor having starred in more than 50 films and television series, including Fear the Walking Dead, joins a roster of past Person of the Year honorees that includes Juanes, Vicente Fernandez, Juan Gabriel, Alejandro Sanz, Gloria Estefan and Maná, among others. “Rubén Blades is a truly iconic artist who has inspired generations with his powerful and intelligent lyrics, and whose genius has stood for justice at all levels of society,” said Gabriel Abaroa Jr., president/CEO of the Latin Recording Academy. “With activism and social justice movements at the forefront of our collective conversation this past year, we can’t think of a more deserving and timely honoree of the Latin Academy Person of the Year distinction.”...
Grupo Firme, Bad Bunny & More Latin Artists Who Celebrate Same-Sex Couples in Their Music Videos
Danna Paola – “TQ Y YA” Mexican pop star Danna Paola wraps up Pride month with her empowering single “TQ Y YA,” which translated to “I love you. period.” Fusing reggaeton and trap beats with hints of Brazilian funk, Paola opens up about a love so real that sees no race, color, or gender. “Don’t let anyone tell me that you’re not for me,” she chants. “I don’t care what you think, love is love,” she concludes. The music video shows two women doing a sensual lyrical dance. Paola joins them in the choreography towards the end. Jesse & Joy – “Love (Es Nuestro Idioma)” Jesse & Joy kicked off Pride Month by dropping a new song called “Love (Es Nuestro Idioma).” “Our music will ...
What’s Your Favorite Latin Collaboration of May 2021? Vote!
May officially comes to an end after a long holiday weekend. What doesn’t come to an end is new music — and this month was charged with new Latin collabs. In true Billboard fashion, we ask readers to vote for their favorite Latin collaboration released in the past 31 days. The poll features tracks that were featured on our First Stream Latin as well as some Latin Remixes of the Week picks. Included are J Balvin and Maria Becerra’s infectious reggaeton “Que Mas Pues?,” Rio Roma and Calibre 50’s romantic fusion in “Tu Eres Mi Amor,” and Bad Bunny‘s surprise track “100 Millones” with newcomer Luar La L, 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 y...
Ruido Fest Set to Return With Star-Studded Lineup of Los Fabulosos Cadillacs, Cafe Tacvba & More
“The hope is that by late August things are somewhat back to normal,” Wagner says. “We will try to keep everyone safe. There will be more people cleaning and all of our staff will be required to have masks across the grounds. With fans attending, we’ll follow CDC guidelines and whatever they’re saying at the time of the festival in terms of mask or no masks outdoors.” Launched in 2015, Ruido Fest has featured an array of Latin artists, including Enanitos Verdes, Hombres G, Zoé, Molotov, Vanessa Zamora, Bomba Estéreo, Intocable, El Tri, Los Tigres del Norte and Maldita Vecindad. For more information on the festival and how to buy tickets, visit ruidofest.com. See Ruido’s 2021 lineup in alphabetical order below. Ambar Lucid Café Tacvba (Sunday headli...
Ruido Fest Organizer on Returning After a Year Away: ‘I Never Had Any Doubt That We’d Come Back’
The summer festival scene seems to be more optimistic than last year. Prior to Ruido Fest, Chicago’s Lollapalooza will also make its return in full capacity from July 29-Aug. 1 at Grant Park. It will mark one of the first major North American festivals to occur since the pandemic began in March 2020. While those attending Lollapalooza will have to produce full COVID-19 vaccination or negative COVID-19 test results, for now, Ruido Fest producers say they will follow city, state and CDC guidelines but will not require proof of vaccination for entrance. “In terms of requiring people to do things, it’s tough in a society that praises freedom to enact things on people,” says Max Wagner, co-founder of Ruido Fest and owner of event productio...
5 Uplifting Moments in Latin Music This Week (May 29)
Remixes on the way Less than a month after dropping her urban-infused cumbia “Mienteme,” in collaboration with Argentine newcomer Maria Becerra, Tini revealed that a remix is in the works. The Latin pop star revealed the exciting news during a Billboard Live interview via Instagram on Wednesday (May 26), saying, “Yes, a remix is coming at some point,” after being asked which artists would be ideal to jump on the song. Another remix on the way is the “Fiel” remix with Myke Towers and Anuel AA joining Jhay Cortez, Wisin and Los Legendarios for a new version of their chart-topping hit. The news was confirmed on social media with a message that read it will be the “remix of the year.” The track currently peaks at No. 5 on Billboard‘s Hot Latin ...
First Stream Latin: New Music From Carlos Rivera, J Balvin, Denise Rosenthal & More
J Balvin & Maria Becerra, “Qué Más Pues?” (Sueños Globales/UMG Recordings) J Balvin has reeled in Maria Becerra for his latest single, further proving that he not only has his eyes set on but supports fresh talent. Following his Khalid-assisted “Otra Noche Sin Ti,” “Que Mas Pues?” is a melodious reggaeton surrounded with catchy hooks left and right. At some point, Balvin even samples Aqua’s 90’s hit “Barbie Girl.” On the track, Balvin and the Argentine newcomer go back-and-forth on a relationship that didn’t work out and will never work out. A standout on this new bop is easily both of their harmonizing energy: Balvin with his distinct voice and Becerra with her dulcet vocals. Their magnetic chemistry comes out to play in the edgy m...
Bad Bunny Unleashes Surprise Release ‘100 Millones’: Stream It Now
There’s more new music on the way. The Latin rapper (real name Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio) stopped by New Music Daily on Apple Music 1 to discuss the new number and his next song “Yonaguni,” which is due out next week. Luar La L “is so hot right now on the streets in Puerto Rico is killing it,” Bad Bunny told New Music Daily host Zane Lowe. “He has that confidence. He has the energy.” Of “Yonaguni,” expect a bit of both words. “It’s a balance is what people want,” he explained. “But that’s the idea, make a balance, give the people (what) they want, like the street fire street bang, and also like a chill, sweet rhythm to dance and enjoy for the summer.” Bad Bunny wrote the song just three weeks ago, not long after her completed his WWE debut. “I was like three months w...
Memorial Day Weekend 2021: The Ultimate Latin Playlist
It’s not summer yet, but Memorial Day Weekend is traditionally considered by many in the United States to be the unofficial start of the season. Which is why Billboard put together the ultimate Latin playlist that includes some of the latest chart-topping hits, including Kali Uchis‘ “Telepatía,” Karol G, Anuel AA and J Balvin‘s “Location,” and Jhay Cortez, Wisin and Los Legendarios’ “Fiel.” As tradition holds, Memorial Day is the last Monday in May, this year falling on May 31. The U.S. federal holiday honors and commemorates all the fallen heroes who have served in the country’s armed forces. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should ...
Karol G Taps Camilo & Danny Felix For Debut NPR ‘Tiny Desk Concert’: Watch
She then called in Regional Mexican newcomer Danny Felix to perform “200 Copas” off of her latest album KG0516. Felix is a composer and guitarist on the track. “I’m grateful for Danny who made these incredible guitars,” Karol noted. To close off her intimate performance, Karol invited Camilo to perform their collaboration, “Contigo Voy a Muerte,” live for the first time. “He’s more than a friend, he’s family,” she said, explaining that both artists have similar career stories and that recording the song with him was magical and an honor. “I’ve always dreamt of being here,” Camilo added after their performance. “You are a pride for our country. I love you.” Watch Karol G’s NPR “Tiny Desk (Home) Concert” below. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates On...
Victor Manuelle & La India’s ‘Victimas Las Dos’ Hits No. 1 on Tropical Airplay Chart
The song is the first collaborative effort by the Puerto Ricans. “’Víctimas’ was inspired by all those manipulative and lying men women come across daily and I thought La India was the perfect interpreter to give drama to the story. We are aware it’s a common issue,” Victor Manuelle tells Billboard. As mentioned, the pair are the first male/female duo to lead Tropical Airplay in over a year. Natti Natasha and Romeo Santos last ruled with the 15-week champ “La Mejor Versión De Mi” (starting Oct. 26, 2019-March 21, 2020). “It’s definitely an honor to reach No. 1 on Tropical Airplay,” La India tells Billboard. “Grateful to all radio stations and Billboard for its continuous support with our tropical genre.” Thanks to the new champ, Manuelle collects his 29th No. 1, dating back to ...
New Around the World: Dominican-U.S. Collab ‘La Mama de La Mama’ Debuts
Of 47 songs that appear on this week’s Global 200 without crossing over to the Global Excl. U.S. chart, the ribald “Mama” is the only one not in English; it’s performed entirely in Spanish except for CJ’s verse, which is rapped in a mix of Spanish and English. It’s one of only three such titles with lead artists not from the U.S. or Canada, as Jamaica’s Skillibeng debuts at No. 182 alongside Nicki Minaj on “Crocodile Teeth” and Aussie rock legends AC/DC shred at No. 183 with “Thunderstruck.” “Mama” is the second Global 200 entry for El Alfa and CJ Both acts’ prior chart hits peaked on the Jan. 16-dated list, the latter’s “Whoopty” at No. 10 and the former’s “Bebe,” with C...
