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J Balvin’s ‘Tu Veneno’ Hits No. 1 on Latin Airplay Chart
The 40-1 surge marks the fastest ascent in over three years as Yandel’s “Como Antes,” featuring Wisin, was the last leader to arrive at No. 1 in its second charting week in October 2017. With the new No. 1, J Balvin extends his winning streak to 28 leaders maintaining his record as the reggaetón act with the most No. 1s. Among all acts however, Enrique Iglesias continues at the helm with 31 No. 1s on his career board. As “Veneno” arrives at the Latin Airplay summit, it evicts Selena Gomez’s “Baila Conmigo,” with Rauw Alejandro, from the penthouse with a 1-5 dip. “Veneno” concurrently vaults at No. 1 on Latin Rhythm Airplay, earning Balvin his 28th No. 1. The song is Balvin’s first No. 1 without an accompanied act since “Rojo” reigned for one week on July 2020. In between he’s pla...
After Viral Success of ‘Whoopty,’ CJ Is Embracing His Latin Roots With Anuel & Ozuna Collab
“Nothing has really come out of Staten Island since Wu-Tang Clan almost 25 years ago,” CJ tells Billboard. “It’s a blessing that I get the chance to put the local scene back on the map. So, I’m cool with that.” On the mainstream side, CJ has been endorsed by artists such as Cardi B, 50 Cent, French Montana, and Busta Rhymes. Now, he’s getting the same praise on the Latin side, already landing major collaborations with Anuel, Ozuna, Farruko and El Alfa, to name a few. After imprinting his name in the hip-hope scene, he’s ready to conquer the Latin audience with his “Whoopty Latin Remix,” supported by Warner Music Latin. Read our Q&A with CJ below. You launched your career in the middle of the pandemic and already have a Billboard hit. Tell us about your beginn...
5 Uplifting Moments in Latin Music This Week (March 27)
Carla Morrison’s important PSA Carla Morrison has teamed up with PETA for a new campaign, where she’s asking everyone, including her fans, to love and protect dogs, and all animals, as opposed to killing them for fur coats, collars and cuffs. In a video ad, the Mexican crooner is seen performing her hit single “Disfruto” to her two dogs Tino and Chawiwi. “We should all have empathy and just think, ‘OK, maybe I shouldn’t buy this or I shouldn’t wear this,’ because animals . . . feel pain the same way we do,” she says. Watch it below: Karol G’s Tusa Airlines This week, Colombian star Karol G dropped her third studio album, KG0516, home to bangers such as “Tusa,” “Bichota” and “Location.” In celebration, she partnered with Spotify to give fans the ultimate musical experience. In the virt...
Dylan Fuentes Pens Emotional ‘DF’ to Shed Light on Mental Health Issues: Video Premiere
He penned the song at a much-needed time. “We are living at a time that the world is passing by so fast on social media. I know that right now, because of that and because of the confinement caused by the pandemic, many people are suffering inside or feel alone.” Through his heartfelt lyrics and black-and-white music video, which shows Dylan the artist and Dylan the person, Fuentes wants to remind those battling with mental health struggles that they are not alone. “I’m not a psychologist, I’m not a psychiatrist, I don’t know clear concepts, but what I try the most is to get away from stress and dedicate time to myself,” he concludes. Below, watch the video for “DF.” You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating...
Watch Adorable 4-Year-Old Surprise Her Dad by Singing Selena’s ‘Bidi Bidi Bom Bom’
Adorable 4-year-old Maliya Kabs is charming everyone with her beautiful rendition of Selena‘s anthem “Bidi Bidi Bom Bom.” The now-viral moment was caught on camera by her dad who is sitting in a car with his daughter as she shows off her multilingual skills. After becoming overwhelmed by her dad’s questions and his disbelief in her ability to speak multiple languages, she asks: “Can I just put on my songs?” She starts blasting “Bidi Bidi Bom Bom” and belts out the catchy chorus and instructs her dad to sing. “Canta” she tells her father, who is surprised that his little girl would even know the Spanish lyrics to this song. “It means sing,” she explains to him. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dat...
Obzesion Break Down Their Viral Hit ‘Mi Trokita’: ‘It Just Snowballed’
“People loved it so much at the concert that it made the song go a little viral and they made other people love it and then others, so it just snowballed,” he adds. “When it started picking up, the original video had half a million views in December and we celebrated hitting 1 million by releasing an official music video in January.” The new video has now raked in more than 23 million views on YouTube. On the Billboard charts, the track currently sits at No. 5 on the Regional Mexican Airplay chart and at No. 19 on Hot Latin Songs (dated March 27). “I was just happy to see the song on the charts,” Hernández says. “I didn’t really know what to think of it. In our genre, we haven’t seen a lot of artists make it to those numbers or even chart. It was s...
Jenni Rivera’s ‘Mariposa de Barrio’ Bows at No. 5 on Regional Mexican Albums Chart
Mariposa de Barrio takes its name after the eponymous biographical Netflix series based on the Rivera’s autobiography Unbreakable: My Story, My Way (2013). Mariposa, the soundtrack, starts with 2,000 equivalent album units earned in the week ending March 18, according to MRC Data, with its opening sum mostly stemming from streaming activity. Rivera concurrently becomes the first woman to debut in the tally’s top 10 since her daughter Chiquis Rivera’s Entre Botellas bowed at No. 1 on the March 31, 2018-dated chart. Mariposa concurrently becomes Rivera’s 11th straight Regional Mexican Albums top 10, dating back to the No. 1 album Jenni (2018). The soundtrack was preceded by six top 10 tracks on Regional Mexican Airpl...
This Thalia Project Is Crowned Best Latin Album by a Female Artist in Fan Poll
Thalia has won yet another Billboard poll, thanks to fans. In a poll published on International Women’s Day titled “Which female artist has the best Latin album?,” Billboard highlighted a total of 29 albums by Latina artists that debuted in the top 10 of the Top Latin Albums chart since 2015. With over 45 percent of the votes, Thalia’s Valiente, which debuted at No. 7 on the chart dated Nov. 24, 2018, and concurrently debuted at No. 1 on the Latin Pop Albums chart, won the fan poll. Her 2016 set, Latina, followed in second place with more than 22 percent of the votes. 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. Ear...
Ozuna Set to Receive Extraordinary Evolution Award at the 2021 Latin AMAs
Ozuna joins the previously announced star-studded lineup that includes Maluma, Banda MS, Camilo, Carlos Vives, Eslabon Armado, Karol G, Los Dos Carnales, José Luis “El Puma” Rodríguez and Piso 21. The ceremony will also include a special tribute to the late regional Mexican singer-songwriter Joan Sebastian. Following safety protocols to protect the health and safety of all involved, the 2021 awards show will honor some of the most influential Latin artists of today, as voted by fans in 25 categories including pop, urban, tropical, regional Mexican and the newly added favorite virtual concert. This year’s top nominees include Karol G and J Balvin with nine noms each, followed by Bad Bunny with eight, Ozuna with seven, and Anuel AA and Camilo with six each. The 2021 Latin AMAs, h...
Karol G Reveals Nathy Peluso, Camilo, Ludacris & More Collabs on ‘KG0516′ Track List
Less than a week after revealing her new album’s name and cover art, Karol G unveiled the official track list for KG056 on Monday (March 22). For her upcoming album, dropping Friday, the Colombian artist reeled in a wave of newcomer artists as well as renowned veterans, including Ozuna (“Odisea”), Camilo (“Contigo voy a muerte”), Nathy Peluso (“Gato Malo”), Mariah Angeliq (“El Makinon”), Ludacris (“Beautiful Boy”) and “Leyendas” with Wisin y Yandel, Ivy Queen and Nicky Jam, to name a few. The set is also home to her four already-released singles “Tusa,” featuring Nicki Minaj, “Ay Dios Mio,” “Bichota,” and her Anuel AA and J Balvin-assisted “Location,” which debuted at No. 6 on the Hot Latin Songs chart dated Feb. 27. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates O...
5 Uplifting Moments in Latin Music This Week (March 20)
Chacal welcomes his baby Wearing his heart on his sleeves, Cuban artist Chacal dropped a heartfelt ballad called “Amén,” in honor of his son’s birth. In the music video, he’s seen wearing all white and playing the piano on a secluded beach, where he’s later joined by a potent choir. Other sweet scenes document a woman’s pregnancy to the birth of her child. “It’s dedicated to my son, Milan, and especially to all the sons in the world,” he wrote on social media. Los Rabanes celebrates 25-year trajectory Panamanian rock band Los Rabanes is celebrating their 25-year trajectory with the release of their album 25 (Live). On the 16-songs set, the reggae-rock group relives some of their biggest hits including “Bam Bam,” “...
How ‘El Amor En Los Tiempos Del Perreo’ Defines Piso 21’s Musical Evolution
Lorduy, who had a solo career for nine years before joining Piso, admits he faced many insecurities upon joining the group because of their solid career and faithful fanbase. In the end, he jumped on board because “opportunities this big are not seen every day.” Now, 14-years into their journey and with a suitcase full of new music, Piso 21 feels confident of their musical proposal. “On the album, you’ll find a new Piso 21 with different sounds, flows, and structures,” notes Lorduy. “Pablo is more involved in the chorus, Dim harmonizes more, El Profe contributes more with his flow and lyrics, and I believe we are the perfect combination.” As for essential tracks on the album, each member recommends their favorites. “Dejalo,” says Dim, because it brings to the forefront Colombiana newcomer ...
