In North Miami’s Electric Air Studios, surrounded by a collection of Gibson guitars, a grand piano and various percussion instruments, Edgar Barrera earlier in December found himself in an unusual position: in the spotlight. “I’m not used to this,” Barrera admits, dressed in Prada shoes and a Chanel jacket. His voice carries a hint of…
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 Explore See latest videos,…
Mexican music hitmaker Tito Double P is set to go on his first-ever U.S. tour next year, Billboard can announce. The emerging música mexicana artist will kick off his Ay Mamá trek — produced by Live Nation — on March 13 in Dallas’ The Pavillion at Toyota Music Factory. The 13-date stint, plus a stop in Austin…
From Karol G’s Bratz doll to the Bad Bunny and Messi sneaker collab, see the list below. Karol G attends the Second Annual Rare Impact Fund Benefit Supporting Youth Mental Health, hosted by Selena Gomez, at Nya Studios on Oct. 24, 2024 in Los Angeles. Amy Sussman/Getty Images Español The holiday season is in full…
Mexican music is undergoing a revolution, and at the epicenter of this new wave of talent is Luis Ernesto Vega Carvajal, better known as Netón Vega. At just 21 years old, the young musician has achieved global success as a co-writer for tracks such as “La People” by Peso Pluma and Tito Double P, “Rubicon”…
The RIAA revealed its yearly certification announcements on Monday (Dec. 16), identifying 65 artists receiving honors for the first time, including Latin artists such as Rauw Alejandro, FloyyMenor, Quevedo, The Marías and Carla Morrison. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Puerto Rican sensation Rauw Alejandro is recognized for…
Billboard has revealed its much-anticipated Year-End Charts that includes the Year-End Top Latin Albums list. The top 10 sets represent regional Mexican music and reggaetón’s continued dominance. Ending strong as the top LP is Bad Bunny’s Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana. The set — which was released October 2023 — spent one week…
It was November 2023 when I first met Ana Castela. She was backstage at Caldas Country, the festival in Caldas Novas in the Brazilian state of Goiás. At the time, she avoided speaking to the press before her show and seemed serious and shy as she prepared to take the stage. It was only her…
Christian Alicea has set the microphone aside and picked up a fire extinguisher, bringing to life his modeling side in a red-hot limited-edition calendar for 2025. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The breakthrough salsa singer — nominated for best salsa album at the 2024 Latin Grammys…
“Gata Only,” “La Diabla,” and more Latin hits took over 2024. See the list below. Cris MJ (left) and FloyyMenor Ignacio Cruz Billboard’s Year-End Charts have been revealed, including the Year-End Hot Latin Songs list, with 100 titles that dominated the year. Finishing off strong at No. 1 is FloyyMenor and Cris MJ’s out-of-nowhere hit “Gata…