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Barack Obama, Jonas Brothers & Karol G and More: 5 Key Moments From ‘Graduate Together’
With the high school graduating class of 2020 facing stay-at-home orders that make in-person graduations a near impossibility, LeBron James decided to give seniors the send-off they deserve with help from some very famous friends. On Saturday (May 16), James hosted “Graduate Together,” a first-of-its-kind live streamed commencement ceremony, where stars from around the world stopped in to offer their congratulations to the class of 2020. From some stunning musical performances to a rousing commencement speech from Barack Obama, here are five key highlights from “Graduate Together.” [embedded content] Dua Lipa offers a pep rally fantasy with “Break Your Heart” performance For the show’s big opener, pop superstar Dua Lipa made an appearance to perfor...
Karol G Enjoyed ‘Graduate Together’ Performance ‘As If It Were My Own Graduation’
The last voice heard on ‘Graduate Together’? That was Karol G, who put the parting notes to “X,” her collaboration with the Jonas Brothers. The immediately catchy song dropped just last night (May 15). During ‘Graduate Together,’ it was the grand finale of the ceremony, with the brothers singing the catchy tune before Karol G made her appearance, clad in a retro outfit and singing in Spanish. “Taping our performance was amazing to me,” she told Billboard minutes after the show was over. “I enjoyed it as if it were my own graduation. To have the opportunity to reach so many people, give them a good time despite all we’re going through, to celebrate with them this special date … It meant a lot to me.” Karol added: “You don’t know how amazing it was f...
Sebastian Yatra & Tini End Their Relationship, Twitter Explodes: ‘I’m Going to Miss Sebastini’
LATIN 5/16/2020 by Jessica Roiz Sebastian Yatra and Tini Stoessel have called it quits. The Colombian artist and Argentine pop star officially made the announcement on Saturday (May 16) via their Twitter accounts, expressing that they have decided to end their relationship. “We lived beautiful moments but sometimes things don’t go as we imagine them. Today we feel that this is the best decision for both of us and we will always cherish the good memories in our heart. Thank you for giving us so much love,” Yatra and Tini shared. The former couple announced they began dating on June 10, 2019 with a set of sweet photos together. They have two collaborative tracks, “Quiero Volver” and “Oye.” Two days before making their breakup official, the two artist...
5 Uplifting Moments in Latin Music This Week (May 16)
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: Shakira honors professors in Colombia In honor of Teacher’s Day in Colombia on Friday (May 14), Shakira shared photos of students and teachers from her Fundación Pies Descalzos in action. “Teachers are the pillars of society. With their dedication they build a world with equal opportunities for all boys and girls every day, inspiring them to develop their full potential in life! Now more than ever their work is essential!” she expressed on Instagram. Wisin & Yandel kick off fan contest Despite putting most of their 2020 plans on hold, Wisin & Ya...
Made In Casa: How One Brainstorm Session Became a Seven-Hour Livestream
Nearly 60 artists in 15 countries participated in the Sony Latin festival. It started as a conference call in the middle of the pandemic. Everyone was on lockdown, but everyone had been doing livestreams and podcasts and performances from home. What could Sony Music Latin Iberia do that was unique and involve different artists? “We felt a full-on festival was something that hadn’t been done,” says Ruben Leyva, senior vice president of artist services and premium content for Sony Music U.S. Latin. By “festival,” Leyva of course meant some sort of livestream of musical performances, as well as featuring artists doing everyday things like cooking and working out. The label then sent asks to artists throughout Sony’s Latin territories, asking for a performan...
Jonas Brothers & Karol G Team Up for Fiery ‘X’ Collaboration: Stream It Now
After teasing fans that a collaboration with Karol G was on the way, the Jonas Brothers officially dropped their new single “X” at midnight on Friday (May 15). In true Jonas Brothers fashion, the tune is catchy dance-pop meshed with flairs of Latin-alt rumba. “She said oh oh oh, kiss me like your ex is in the room,” they sing. The Jonas Brothers and Karol G will perform the new song on The Voice’s two-hour finale airing at 9 p.m. EST on Tuesday (May 19) on NBC. The collaborative effort marks the second time the Jonas Brothers have teamed-up with a Latin act, following the 2019 summer bop “Runaway” with Sebastian Yatra, Daddy Yankee, and Natti Natasha. “X” is accompanied with the b-side “Five More Minutes.” Check out the new Jonas Brothers songs below: [embedded cont...
Cardi B and Anuel AA Join Secreto, Black Jonas Point & Liro Shaq For ‘La Bebe’ Remix: Stream It Now
Anuel AA and Cardi B are taking “La Bebe” to the next level. The hip-hop stars join up-and-coming urban artists Secreto El Biberon, Black Jonas Point and Liro Shaq for a remix. “It is exciting to know that Cardi B and Anuel AA are joining us to release the La Bebe remix,” said the rising trio. “It’s more than a dream come true and we hope all of our fans enjoy it to the fullest.” The original cut, produced by BlackFreestylo and Geral La Melodia, was released back in December and the video has more than 33 million views on YouTube. The new version, released under GLAD Empire and Flow La Movie labels, features Cardi B rapping entirely in Spanish. Listen to “La Bebe” remix below: [embedded content]
Bad Bunny Aiming to Replace Himself at No. 1 on Top Latin Albums Chart
Bad Bunny is aiming to replace himself at No. 1, again, on the Top Latin Albums chart. His surprise release Las Que No Iban a Salir, could earn over 40,000 equivalent album units in the week ending May 14, according to industry forecasters. If it starts as projected, then it will bump his own YHLQMDLG from atop the tally next week, where it’s held for 10 straight weeks since its debut at No. 1 (chart dated March 14). The Top Latin Albums chart ranks the most popular Latin albums of the week based on multi-metric consumption, which comprises traditional album sales, track equivalent albums (TEA) and streaming equivalent albums (SEA). The May 23-dated Top Latin Albums chart (where Bad Bunny’s new album may debut at No. 1), is scheduled to be posted in full to Billboard’s websi...
Time for a Comeback? Fans Want RBD to Do a Virtual Concert
The quarantine and social distancing life caused by the novel coronavirus outbreak has sparked a new way music lovers are enjoying live music in 2020: virtual concerts. Many Latin artists have already jumped on the bandwagon, with artists such as Reik, Juanes, Sech, and Karol G entertaining fans with their at-home livestreams. Because of this new trend, Billboard was curious to know which Latin artist or group from the early 2000s should host a virtual show next? After a two-week poll that made the rounds on social media, fans picked RBD as their winner. The former Latin pop group, composed of Alfonso Herrera, Anahí, Dulce María, Christian Chávez, Christopher von Uckermann, and Maite Perroni, nabbed a whopping nearly 87 percent of the votes, proving that maybe this is a good time for a com...
5 Highlights From Sony Music Latin-Iberia’s ‘Made in Casa’ Virtual Festival
Sony Music Latin-Iberia’s ambitious virtual music festival #DesdeCasaConMusica featured more than 50 Latin artists from different pockets of Latin America serenading music fans on Sunday (May 10). As fans listened and watched from the comfort of their homes, they also had the option of donating to the World Health Organization (WHO) and Pan American Health Organization (PAHO). The festival’s goal was to unite music lovers at home while reinforcing and supporting messages of social distancing and prevention to help fight COVID-19. Back-to-Back Performances While the variety festival included workout sessions and pep talks from artists, music was the main event, lasting nearly eight hours and featuring major artists like Gerardo Ortiz, who sang “Más Caro Que Ayer.” &#...
Bad Bunny Drops Surprise New Album ‘Las Que No Iban a Salir’: Stream It Here
Bad Bunny surprised his fans over the weekend with yet another new album. The 10-track release, titled Las Que No Iban a Salir (The Ones That Were Not Coming Out), dropped on music streaming services Sunday (May 10), marking the Puerto Rican artist’s second new album in 2020. The set features appearances by fellow reggaeton stars Don Omar, Yandel, Zion & Lennox, Nicky Jam, and Jhay Cortez. Las Que No Iban a Salir follows Bad Bunny’s first 2020 album, YHLQMDLG, which dropped in February and made history on the Billboard charts. YHLQMDLG debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200, scoring the highest charting all-Spanish-language album ever. Last weekend, Bad Bunny previewed songs from Las Que No Iban a Salir during an epic three-hour appearance on his Instagram Live. In addition ...
El Fantasma Talks New Music, Love For Classic Cars & More in Billboard Live Q&A
In a new Billboard Live Q&A that took place on Cinco de Mayo, special guest El Fantasma talked all about his new music, quarantine life, and other passions. The Regional Mexican artist, who was also celebrating his wedding anniversary on May 5th, told Billboard that his quarantine routine consisted of waking up, cooking breakfast, helping his kids with their school work, playing outside, watching a movie, and then taking a late-night walk with his wife. He then talked about his current single “Palabra de Hombre,” which is at No. 2 on the Regional Mexican Airplay chart dated May 9, 2020, stating that it’s been a hit amongst his fans because many people can relate to it. “This song is romantic, it’s not my style, I like corridos but we tried it out and people are really connecting with i...
