Mexican regional superstar Carín León postponed his two performances at the Feria de León in Guanajuato, Mexico, this week after being bitten by a mosquito infected with the dengue virus. The artist’s team confirmed the news on Wednesday night (Jan. 21) via social media. Explore See latest videos, charts and news “Unfortunately, due to health…
VIZUAL has added Omar Ruiz, Kevin Ortiz, Grupo H-100, and Luis Coronel to its growing roster, marking a key strategic move for the independent music management and distribution company as it bets big on regional Mexican music and expands its reach across the U.S. and Mexico. “This isn’t about adding names — it’s about aligning…
This week marks 100 years since the birth of José Alfredo Jiménez, the late ranchera icon whose musical legacy has stood the test of time, passed down from generation to generation. Born on Jan. 19, 1926, in Dolores Hidalgo, Guanajuato, Jiménez is considered one of the most important singers and songwriters of the genre, with…
Karol G is ready to elevate her influence, stepping boldly into the spotlight as Reebok’s new global brand ambassador, Billboard can exclusively announce Wednesday (Jan. 21). Marking a new era for the footwear brand, the multi-year partnership marks the return of the Reebok Classics sneaker with Karol G at the forefront of its storytelling, creative…
Ten years ago, Latin music experienced a fresh boom in the reggaetón space, especially coming from Medellín. A wave of then-emerging artists, including J Balvin, Maluma and Karol G, were not only making significant strides in the local Colombian music scene, but also preparing for their international leap. Notably, Balvin became the It Guy, powering…
Peso Pluma is bringing Dinastía to the United States. On Monday (Jan. 19), the 26-year-old Mexican hitmaker announced his upcoming nationwide run, titled the Dinastía by Peso Pluma & Friends Tour, in support of his chart-topping collaborative album with Tito Double P. Following previous successful U.S. runs, Pluma will take his new show to 30…
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 Bad Bunny Honors Late Chilean Protest Singer Víctor Jara Bad Bunny launched his 2026 world tour at…
This week, Billboard’s New Music Latin playlist — curated by Billboard Latin and Billboard Español editors — features fresh new music including Arcángel’s eight studio album La 8va Maravilla, Codiciado’s heart-wrenching “Todo Pendejo” and Joaquina’s pop ballad “pelinegra,” to name a few. On his 20-track set, Arcángel not only celebrates his 20th anniversary but also…
New Music Latin is a compilation of the best new Latin songs and albums recommended by Billboard Latin and Billboard Español editors. Check out this week’s picks below. Explore See latest videos, charts and news Arcángel, La 8va Maravilla (Rimas Entertainment) Arcángel is celebrating his 20-year music trajectory with the release of his eight studio album, La 8va Maravilla. With collaborations…
For the first time, personal items of late Tex-Mex music icon Selena Quintanilla have left Corpus Christi, Texas, to be shown at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles. The exhibit, “Selena: From Texas to the World,” opened on Thursday (Jan. 15) and will remain on display until March 16. Explore See latest videos, charts and…