Bad Bunny is facing criticism from Mexico City’s National Institute of Anthropology and History after posting photos of himself touching a historical artifact. On Dec. 17, the 31-year-old Puerto Rican superstar visited the museum and shared multiple photos on his Instagram Stories, including one showing his hand on a stele engraved with ancient insignia, according…
For Roberto Rosado, better known as La Paciencia, the key to his craft has always been in the name. With a steady hand and an ear for emotive storytelling, he’s quietly become one of Latin music’s most important producers, all while staying laser-focused on achieving the perfect sound. “What I do in the studio is…
The city of Rio de Janeiro was awarded the title of the largest New Year’s Eve celebration in the world by Guinness World Records on Tuesday (Dec. 30). The certificate was presented to Mayor Eduardo Paes on stage in Copacabana. According to the institution, the city confirmed the presence of 2.5 million people in 2025…
Every month, Billboard Latin and Billboard Español editors spotlight a group of rising artists whose music we love. Think “diamantes en bruto,” or “diamonds in the rough.” These are newcomers who have yet to impact the mainstream — but whose music excites us, and who we believe our readers should make a point to discover. Explore See latest videos, charts…
From career milestones to new music releases to major announcements and those little important moments, Billboard editors highlight uplifting moments in Latin music. Here’s what happened in the Latin music world this week. Explore See latest videos, charts and news DY & More Stars to Ring 2026 with ‘Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve’ Daddy Yankee will…
After months of speculation and years of anticipation, Bizarrap and J Balvin have finally joined forces for “BZRP Music Sessions #62” on Friday (Dec. 26), closing out the year on a high note. Explore See latest videos, charts and news Clocking in at just over three minutes, the track showcases Balvin’s romantic side over a…
Over the past year, Billboard‘s Latin Artist on the Rise series has spotlighted a curated group of artists who achieved breakthroughs within or beyond their genre, reached notable chart milestones, and/or generated undeniable buzz. This series has long highlighted artists on the verge of stardom — much like we spotlighted Peso Pluma in March 2023…
New Music Latin is a compilation of the best new Latin songs and albums recommended by Billboard and Billboard Español editors. Check out this week’s picks below. Explore See latest videos, charts and news Cris MJ, Las Filtradas (Sonar LLC) Cris MJ chose Christmas as the perfect moment to drop Las Filtradas, an 18-track LP that relies upon minimalist beats…
Peso Pluma (real name Hassan Emilio Kabande Laija) and Tito Double P (real name Jesús Roberto Laija) might have been second cousins, but they never actually met in their native Mexico until Peso moved to Culiacán, the capital of Sinaloa in Northwestern Mexico. Explore See latest videos, charts and news There, at a party, the…
Natalia Lafourcade is in for a joyful holiday season. The Mexican singer-songwriter announced that she has become a mother at the age of 41, just in time for Christmas. The multi-award-winning artist reappeared on social media on Tuesday night (Dec. 23) to share the news of her firstborn’s arrival with a series of snapshots and…