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Los Temerarios & Carlos Vives Postpone Their 2022 U.S. Tours Amid COVID-19 Surge
Los Temerarios and Carlos Vives announced Wednesday (Jan. 5) that they’ve postponed their respective U.S. tours amid a surge in COVID-19 cases across the nation. In an official press release shared on their social media channels, the Mexican grupero band said that due to the “critical situation,” they decided to postpone their 2022 tour — which was set to kick off Feb. 4 — and move it to 2023. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “At this moment, everyone’s health is top priority, and although we want to return to the stage and reunite with our fans, we don’t want to put anyone at risk,” Los Temerarios, led by brothers Gustavo and Adolfo Angel, wrote. Tickets purchased for the 2022 tour will be valid for the new dates, which they’ll be announcing in...
6 Latin Collaborations We Want to See in 2022: Rauw Alejandro, Kali Uchis & More
2021 was full of major and surprising collaborations, including Bad Bunny and Aventura, Sech and DJ Khaled, Selena Gomez and Camilo, Maluma and Grupo Firme, just to name a few. Rosalia, whose new studio album Motomami is on the way, also dropped collaborations with newcomer Tokischa (“Linda”) and another track with The Weeknd (“La Fama”), after we predicted she would team up with Billie Eilish (the two kicked off 2021 with the melancholic “Lo Vas a Olvidar”). Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news This year, we’d like to see the Spanish singer join forces with chart-topping artist (and her boyfriend) Rauw Alejandro, because why not? But this is not the only Latin collab we’d like to see in 2022. Here are our Latin editors’ predictions: Dream Collabora...
Bad Bunny, Camilo & More: The Ultimate New Year’s Eve Latin Playlist to Ring In 2022
The year is officially wrapping up today (Dec. 31) and Billboard has compiled 15 tracks you can add to your New Year’s Eve playlist to ring in 2022. The festive list includes some Fin de Año classics such as Camilo’s rendition of “5 Pa’ Las 12,” Gilberto Santa Rosa’s salsa version of Tony Camargo’s “El Año Viejo,” and a star-studded version of Mecano’s all-time favorite “Un Año Mas.” For those who want a reggaeton twist, there’s Nio Garcia’s “AM” and the newly released “El Año Que Viene” by newcomer JLiany (Anuel’s sister) in collaboration with Farina. While you’re dancing in the wee hours of New Year’s Day, we suggest listening to motivational bops such as Marc Anthony’s “Vivir mi Vida” and Jorge Celedon’s “Esta Vida” to start 2022 with positive vibes. Explore See latest videos, charts an...
20 Latin Artists in Their 20s: Bad Bunny, Rosalia & More
Rauw Alejandro, Bad Bunny, Kali Uchis, and more artists in their 20s have entered Billboard‘s Hot Latin Songs chart more than once and/or have made chart history this year. Our annual “20 Latin artists in their 20s” list is composed of 18 artists who have placed the most titles on the survey this year — plus two editor’s picks, Nathy Peluso and Paloma Mami, who have yet to enter the tally but are making a name for themselves. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Below, see the list in order of who’s placed the most titles on Hot Latin Songs in 2021. Bad Bunny, 27 The Puerto Rican artist — who won big at the 2021 Billboard Latin Music Awards, taking home 10 trophies — has placed 14 titles on the survey. One of his latest solo efforts, “Yonaguni,...
Nuevo Elemento, Sech & More: Here’s the Ultimate Noche Buena Playlist
If you’re looking to add new Christmas songs to your Noche Buena playlist or new versions of the classic songs you already love, we’ve got you covered. Panamanian artist Sech kicked off the holiday season with a heartfelt and nostalgic original track titled “Carta Navideña,” which he performed for children who are battling cancer at Fanlyc Hospital in his native Panama. “Christmas is for sharing,” the chart-topping artist wrote on social media. “Thank you, Fanlyc, for opening your doors and the incredible work you do with this children.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Meanwhile, Los Dos Carnales released their version of “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” in their norteño style and in Spanish. And both Nuevo Elemento and Victoria La Mala dropped...
Greeicy & Mike Bahia Are Expecting Their First Baby: Watch the Sweet Video Reveal
Congratulations are in order for Greeicy and Mike Bahia, who revealed that they are expecting their first baby together. The Colombian power couple shared the exciting news on Thursday morning (Dec. 23) through a new collaboration called “Att: Amor.” “Whenever there’s love, we’ll be witnesses of the most beautiful creation,” the heartfelt chorus says. In the music video, we see Mike rushing to make his way home just in time for the holidays, where Greeicy later receives him with arms wide open. Towards the ending of the clip, the camera pans down to reveal the singer’s baby bump and finalizes with a lullaby sounding in the background. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “This represents an opportunity to learn, grow, transcend and become children a...
Which Is Your Favorite Latin Song of 2021? Vote!
Latin artists delivered songs for every emotion we experimented in this roller coaster of a year, whether you were in the mood to hit the club with your BFFs or just chill in your room. A mix of vulnerable emo lyrics and chill reggaeton beats, Bad Bunny‘s “Yonaguni” allowed you to feel vulnerable after a breakup. If you were on the other end of the emotional spectrum, Nathy Peluso‘s salsa anthem “Mafiosa” is that bossed-up track about finding you self-worth and being the most powerful woman on the block. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news And for all the TikTokers out there, “Fiel” was a must-learn dance routine. This infectious reggaeton smash hit by Wisin, Jhay Cortez and Los Legendarios, is about having a crush on an independent woman, which be...
20 Best Latin Songs of 2021: Staff Picks
“Telepatia,” “Yonaguni,” and “Pepas” sent Latin artists Kali Uchis, Bad Bunny and Farruko skyrocketing to the top of Billboard’s Hot Latin Songs chart this year. Meanwhile, fueled by their massive success on TikTok, Rauw Alejandro (as a solo act) and Gera MX entered the all-genre Hot 100 chart for the first time. Needless to say, it was a good year for Latin music, which provided a soundtrack for all your moods: Karol G’s “200 Copas” for your heartbreak, Calibre 50’s “A La Antiguita” to flaunt your romanticism, and Yotuel’s Latin Grammy-winning “Patria y Vida” for your inner activist. Below, see our editors’ picks for the best 20 Latin songs of 2021, arranged in alphabetical order by artist. [flexi-common-toolbar] [flexi-form class=”flexi_form_style” title=R...
First Stream Latin: New Music From Junior H, Kim Loaiza, Carin Leon & More
First Stream Latin is a compilation of the best new Latin songs, albums and videos recommended by the Billboard Latin editors. Check out this week’s picks below. Junior H, “Nací Para Amarte” (Warner Music Latina) Once a sad boy, always a sad boy. Junior H digs deep for an ultra personal heartbreak anthem that stays true to his sad sierreño style. The 21-year-old Mexican singer-songwriter delivers “Naci Para Amarte,” powered by melancholic melodies via an acoustic guitar that pairs perfectly with his nostalgic lyrics. “If only you knew how often I keep checking my phone. What will we do? If there’s something that should never die, baby, that should be our love,” Junior H sings in his distinguished hoarse voice. — GRISELDA FLORES Explore See latest videos, charts and news See lates...
Billboard Latin’s Top 10 Social Media Wins of 2021: Bad Bunny, El Alfa, Karol G & More
In 2021, fans continued to navigate social media to keep up with their favorite celebrities. As a result, our very own @BillboardLatin Instagram account (930K at the time of publishing) will soon reach its first 1 million followers. In true Billboard fashion, we celebrate music on a daily basis, sharing chart reviews, exclusive news, and new single or album releases, to name a few, with our followers. This year, we especially enjoyed the return of live music, having artists such as Carlos Vives do Instagram takeovers from their tours. We also noticed how candid red carpet moments became a fan favorite on our social media accounts. With 2021 coming to an end, check out Billboard Latin’s top social media wins of the year: Bad Bunny and His Girlfriend at Billboard Latin Music Awards: 111K+ Li...
Flow La Movie, Producer Behind Chart-Topping Hit ‘Te Boté,’ Dies in Plane Crash at 38
Puerto Rican producer Flow La Movie has died at age 38 in a plane crash, Billboard can confirm. According to early reports of the news, the producer/artist, born José Angel Hernandez, was one of the seven passengers in a private plane that crashed Wednesday (Dec. 15) near Las Américas International Airport in the Dominican Republic. Among the victims are also his partner Debbie Von Marie Jimenez Garcia and their children. The plane was headed to Florida. The company that owned the private plane took to social media to confirm the accident and the names of the victims. “For Helidosa, this accident causes us great pain and sorrow. We stand in solidarity with the affected families that, along with us, are going through a difficult time,” they said in a statement. Explore See latest videos, ch...
Flow La Movie’s Death Mourned by J Balvin, Juan Magan & More
The producer behind chart-topping hits such as “Te Boté” and “AM,” Flow La Movie has died at age 38 in a tragic plane crash on Wednesday (Dec. 15), and the music world is mourning his loss. The producer/artist, born José Angel Hernandez, was one of the seven passengers in a private plane that crashed near Las Américas International Airport in the Dominican Republic. “For Helidosa, this accident causes us great pain and sorrow. We stand in solidarity with the affected families that, along with us, are going through a difficult time,” the company that operated the plane said in a statement. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Flow’s partner Debbie Von Marie Jimenez Garcia and his son, Jayden Hernandez, were also among the victims. Spanish artist Juan...
