A 2017 Latin Grammy Preview From 'Alt.Latino'
7 years, 4 months ago

A 2017 Latin Grammy Preview From 'Alt.Latino'

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A 2017 Latin Grammy Preview From 'Alt.Latino' Enlarge this image toggle caption Leon Bennett/Getty Images for Univision Leon Bennett/Getty Images for Univision The 18th Annual Latin Grammy Awards are set to air live from Las Vegas on Thursday, Nov. 16. Contreras believes that's because despite the track's success, the self-titled album by former Calle 13 front man, Residente, is a much stronger front-runner to win big this year. Sponsor Message In terms of the best new talent, Contreras notes that Cuban R&B singer Danay Suárez has shown tremendous growth since he first saw her live six years ago and believes she justly deserves the four nominations garnered this year, including best new artist. Check out the full Latin Grammy preview conversation at the audio link.

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The Latin Grammys get closer to cinema with the new best music for visual media category
1 week, 6 days ago

The Latin Grammys get closer to cinema with the new best music for visual media category

Associated Press  

The Latin Grammys are getting closer to cinema and television with the new best music for visual media category. The new category announced Wednesday will recognize original music for movies, TV shows, video games and other visual media. AP AUDIO: The Latin Grammys get closer to cinema with the new best music for visual media category AP correspondent Marcela Sanchez …

Grammy 2025: Así lucen en la alfombra roja ellas y ellos
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Grammy 2025: Así lucen en la alfombra roja ellas y ellos

LA Times  

Las estrellas de la música y el arte desfilaron en la alfombra roja con sus atractivos atuendos, donde las artistas latinas fueron muy pocas, pero las que asistieron se robaron los reflectores en esta edición donde predominó el color negro, el dorado y el rojo. Aqui tienes algunas celebridades que posaron frente a las cámaras antes de ingresar a la …

Felix Contreras' favorite albums and songs of 2024
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Felix Contreras' favorite albums and songs of 2024

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Felix Contreras' favorite albums and songs of 2024 toggle caption Natalie Rhea/Courtesy of the artist I say this every year, but it does become more true: The width and breadth of what we loosely call Latin music is astounding. Consider the stylistic gaps in these top 10 lists: Mexican American country/Americana, jazz, Puerto Rican folk music, Barcelona-based experimental acoustic music, …

Latin Grammy 2024. Parejas que más deslumbraron en la alfombra roja
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Latin Grammy 2024. Parejas que más deslumbraron en la alfombra roja

LA Times  

El Kaseya Center se convirtió la noche del jueves en un nido de amor y felicidad para mostrar a las atractivas parejas del espectáculo. Con sus trajes más elegantes y con la sonrisa a flor de piel, las grandes figuras posaron frente a los lentes de los fotógrafos en una velada bajo el calor de Miami en el marco de …

Juan Luis Guerra 4.40 wins big at the 25th Latin Grammys
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Juan Luis Guerra 4.40 wins big at the 25th Latin Grammys

NPR  

Juan Luis Guerra 4.40 wins big at the 25th Latin Grammys toggle caption Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images/Getty Images North America The 25th annual Latin Grammy awards were presented in Miami Thursday night and the occasion was a look at the past, present and future of Latin music. Veteran Dominican merengue star Juan Luis Guerra and his group 4.40, an artist who …

Juan Luis Guerra 4.40 wins album of the year at the 2024 Latin Grammys, a 25th anniversary party
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Juan Luis Guerra 4.40 wins album of the year at the 2024 Latin Grammys, a 25th anniversary party

Associated Press  

Juan Luis Guerra 4.40 took home the album of the year trophy at the 2024 Latin Grammy Awards for his “Radio Güira,” not long after receiving record of the year for “Mambo 23.” “Let me share this with all the nominees, it is a great privilege to be with you,” Guerra said onstage, speaking in Spanish. “I want to thank …

The Latin Grammys are almost here for a 25th anniversary celebration
4 months, 2 weeks ago

The Latin Grammys are almost here for a 25th anniversary celebration

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Édgar Barrera — the producer and songwriter known for …

Latin Grammys 2024: Juan Luis Guerra and Edgar Barrera win big, Jon Bon Jovi performs
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Latin Grammys 2024: Juan Luis Guerra and Edgar Barrera win big, Jon Bon Jovi performs

LA Times  

The 2024 Latin Grammys proved to be a night full of heartfelt tributes and moments of camaraderie. Live from the Kaseya Center in Miami, Vives, the Colombian singer-songwriter and this year’s Latin Grammy person of the year, opened the awards show with a lively medley of his hits, including “A La Tierra del Olvido” and “Volvi a Nacer.” With tropical …

The Latin Grammys turn 25 this year. Here’s how to watch
4 months, 2 weeks ago

The Latin Grammys turn 25 this year. Here’s how to watch

LA Times  

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Latin Grammys. The 25th annual Latin Grammys can be livestreamed on Thursday, Nov. 14, beginning at 8 p.m. at the following sites: What is the Latin Grammy Premiere? “With an amazing lineup of performers, we will reveal the winners in 50 of 58 Latin Grammy categories, showcasing the diversity of our community …

The Latin Grammys return to Miami for their 25th anniversary. Here's what to know
4 months, 3 weeks ago

The Latin Grammys return to Miami for their 25th anniversary. Here's what to know

Hindustan Times  

NEW YORK — Latin music has taken the world by storm, sparking industry conversations for the past few years. Latin Recording Academy CEO Manuel Abud likens the Recording Academy — the governing body behind the Grammys — and the Latin Recording Academy to sister organizations. “The Recording Academy has four members on my board, including their chair and their CEO.” …

The Latin Grammys return to Miami for their 25th anniversary. Here’s what to know
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4 months, 3 weeks ago

The Latin Grammys return to Miami for their 25th anniversary. Here’s what to know

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Latin music has taken the world by storm, sparking industry conversations for the past few years. Latin Recording Academy CEO Manuel Abud likens the Recording Academy — the governing body behind the Grammys — and the Latin Recording Academy to sister organizations. “The Recording Academy has four members on my board, including their chair and their CEO.” …

Latin Grammy 2024: Un espectáculo inmersivo con Anitta, Draco Rosa y Grupo Frontera
5 months ago

Latin Grammy 2024: Un espectáculo inmersivo con Anitta, Draco Rosa y Grupo Frontera

Associated Press  

Los Latin Grammy y La Premiere del Latin Grammy serán un evento estelar con presentaciones de una serie de artistas y músicos, incluyendo Anitta, Becky G, Leonel García, Deorro, Draco Rosa, Grupo Frontera y Elena Rose, así como Carlos Vives, quien será galardonado como Persona del Año de la Academia Latina de la Grabación.

Alt.Latino talks all the surprise nominations for the 2024 Latin Grammys : Alt.Latino
6 months, 1 week ago

Alt.Latino talks all the surprise nominations for the 2024 Latin Grammys : Alt.Latino

NPR  

Alt.Latino talks all the surprise nominations for the 2024 Latin Grammys Enlarge this image toggle caption Gilbert Flores/Billboard via Getty Images Gilbert Flores/Billboard via Getty Images Wait a minute — does Alt.Latino actually agree with a lot of the Latin Recording Academy's nominations this year? Felix Contreras, Anamaria Sayre and reporter Isabella Gomez Sarmiento run through as many of the …

Alt.Latino's best new music round-up: Manu Chao, Linda Diaz and Solo Fernández : Alt.Latino
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Alt.Latino's best new music round-up: Manu Chao, Linda Diaz and Solo Fernández : Alt.Latino

NPR  

Alt.Latino's best new music round-up: Manu Chao, Linda Diaz and Solo Fernández toggle caption Moises Saman - Magnum Photos This week on Alt.Latino, Anamaria Sayre and Felix Contreras talk about an exciting new album from Manu Chao on the way — his first in 17 years — and their favorite recent songs from artists like the Dominican indie rock band …

Latin Grammys 2024: Édgar Barrera, Bad Bunny and Karol G top this year’s nominations
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Latin Grammys 2024: Édgar Barrera, Bad Bunny and Karol G top this year’s nominations

LA Times  

Global superstars Bad Bunny from Puerto Rico and Karol G from Colombia are at the top of this year’s Latin Grammy nominations, each competing for eight trophies. Karol G’s cumbia-pop song “Mi Ex Tenía Razón,” a nomination that includes Barrera, and Bad Bunny’s “Monaco” are in competition for record of the year. The category includes: Anitta‘s “Mil Veces”; Camilo & …

Latin Grammy music stars react to their 2024 lifetime award honors
8 months, 1 week ago

Latin Grammy music stars react to their 2024 lifetime award honors

LA Times  

Latin music acts Albita, Los Ángeles Azules, Draco Rosa and others will be honored in Miami this November at the 2024 Latin Grammys with special awards for their musical contributions. “It is with great pride that we honor these musical legends—who continue redefining our Latin music and heritage,” said Manuel Abud, chief executive of the Latin Recording Academy, in a …

Alt.Latino's favorite music of 2024 (so far) : Alt.Latino
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Alt.Latino's favorite music of 2024 (so far) : Alt.Latino

NPR  

Alt.Latino's favorite music of 2024 Enlarge this image toggle caption Kito Muñoz Kito Muñoz To mark the halfway point of 2024, Felix Contreras, Anamaria Sayre and NPR Culture Desk producer Isabella Gomez Sarmiento run down their favorite releases of the year so far, from a career-defining release from Nathy Peluso, a leveling up from Argentine rapper Trueno, introspective jazz from …

After Spain Controversy, The 2024 Latin Grammys Will Return To Its Home
11 months, 2 weeks ago

After Spain Controversy, The 2024 Latin Grammys Will Return To Its Home

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING The 2024 Latin Grammys will return to Miami — where the Latin Recording Academy is headquartered. Last year’s ceremony was held in Sevilla, Spain — the first time the show was held internationally — the result of a nearly 19 million-euro deal between the government of Andalusia and the Latin Recording Academy, and efforts to further the …

The Latin Grammys proved who still dominates thanks to a sweep by Latina artists of the major categories
1 year, 4 months ago

The Latin Grammys proved who still dominates thanks to a sweep by Latina artists of the major categories

LA Times  

By the time Latin Recording Academy President Manuel Abud announced the Latin Grammys’ one-time move to Spain this year, Ibero-American cultural relations had reached new lows. 2 / 18 Karol G, left, presents the award for person of the year to Laura Pausini during the 24th annual Latin Grammy Awards in Seville, Spain, Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023. 3 / 18 …

Édgar Barrera is the producer behind your favorite hits — and the Latin Grammys’ top nominee
1 year, 4 months ago

Édgar Barrera is the producer behind your favorite hits — and the Latin Grammys’ top nominee

Associated Press  

MEXICO CITY — Édgar Barrera is one of the most in-demand people in music. “Being an artist who is a public figure and things like that doesn’t really catch my attention,” he told The Associated Press in Spanish during a video call from Miami earlier this year. “I do a little bit of everything, so as not to get saturated …

SZA, Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo Lead Grammy Nominations 2024; Check Out The FULL List Here
1 year, 4 months ago

SZA, Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo Lead Grammy Nominations 2024; Check Out The FULL List Here

News 18  

Music lovers are in for a treat! Ice Spice Jelly Roll Coco Jones Noah Kahan Victoria Monét The War and Treaty Best Pop Vocal Album Kelly Clarkson – Chemistry Miley Cyrus – Endless Summer Vacation Olivia Rodrigo – Guts Ed Sheeran – – Taylor Swift – Midnights Best Pop Solo Performance Miley Cyrus – “Flowers” Doja Cat – “Paint the …

Shakira, Rosalía, Andrea Bocelli and others join the Latin Grammys performance lineup
1 year, 4 months ago

Shakira, Rosalía, Andrea Bocelli and others join the Latin Grammys performance lineup

LA Times  

The Latin Recording Academy has announced additional performers for the 24th annual Latin Grammy Awards next week in Spain. The newly announced list for Nov. 16 includes current Latin Grammy nominees Maluma, Milo J, Rosalía, Shakira and Latin Grammy co-host Sebastián Yatra. The Italian opera and pop star Andrea Bocelli has previously been nominated six times for a Latin Grammy …

Nodal, Rauw Alejandro, Carin Leon and others set to perform at this year’s Latin Grammy Awards
1 year, 5 months ago

Nodal, Rauw Alejandro, Carin Leon and others set to perform at this year’s Latin Grammy Awards

LA Times  

Some of Latin music’s best-known names will be hitting the stage at the 24th Latin Grammy Awards in Sevilla, Spain. Colombian singer Feid has five nominations, including best reggaeton performance, best urban music album and best rap/hip-hop song. Becerra, an Argentine singer and former YouTuber, received four nominations including song of the year, best reggaeton performance and best urban song. …

Latin Grammy 2023: Anuncian a los primeros artistas que actuarán en la ceremonia de Sevilla
1 year, 5 months ago

Latin Grammy 2023: Anuncian a los primeros artistas que actuarán en la ceremonia de Sevilla

LA Times  

Alejandro Sanz es uno de los artistas que estará actuando en la edición 24 del Latín Grammy en Sevilla, España. Luego del cierre de su gira por Estados Unidos, el español Alejandro Sanz será uno de los artistas que estará actuando en la edición 24 de los Latin Grammy que por primera vez se entregarán fuera de los Estados Unidos. …

Billboard Latin Music Awards: What time and who is performing?
1 year, 5 months ago

Billboard Latin Music Awards: What time and who is performing?

LA Times  

After announcing the nominations for the 2023 Premios Billboard this summer, everything is set for tonight’s show in Miami. Peso Pluma was named a finalist for Artist of the Year, Composer of the Year, Global 200 Latin Artist of the Year and Top Latin Album of the year for his work on “Genesis.” Bad Bunny is returning to the Premios …

Latin Grammys 2023: Snubs and surprises
1 year, 6 months ago

Latin Grammys 2023: Snubs and surprises

LA Times  

Let’s face it: It wouldn’t be Latin Grammys season without some piping hot discourse on the “State of the Latin Music Industry.” Each year’s ceremony feels more polarizing than the last; whether it’s moving the ceremony to Spain this year, or rappers calling for a boycott, the event seems to evoke strong opinions from everyone. Tuesday’s nominations for the 2023 …

Latin Grammys 2023: Edgar Barrera, Shakira, Karol G count the most nominations this year
1 year, 6 months ago

Latin Grammys 2023: Edgar Barrera, Shakira, Karol G count the most nominations this year

LA Times  

The Latin Recording Academy unveiled its list of nominees for the 24th annual Latin Grammys on Tuesday morning — setting the scene for a number of potential upsets at the upcoming ceremony in Spain. “Bichota” superstar Karol G is also nominated seven times, along with her trusted songwriter, Kevyn “Keityn” Mauricio Cruz Moreno — he helped write Karol’s chart-topping album …

Latin Grammys CEO defends moving 2023 show to Spain: ‘Latin music is global’
1 year, 10 months ago

Latin Grammys CEO defends moving 2023 show to Spain: ‘Latin music is global’

LA Times  

Rosalía accepts the album of the year award at the 2022 Latin Grammys in Las Vegas. For the first time since the inaugural Latin Grammys in 2000, this year’s awards show will not take place in the United States — but instead, in Spain. There are also ongoing debates about whether European artists — such as the 12-time Latin Grammy …

Latinx Files: The Latin Grammy Awards go Hispanic
2 years, 1 month ago

Latinx Files: The Latin Grammy Awards go Hispanic

LA Times  

Every week, I’m briefly paralyzed by the panic that I won’t have anything to write about for the newsletter. In a statement to Billboard, Latin Academy CEO Manuel Abud said the Andalusian capital of Sevilla will likely host, but the organization is “still working through the logistics with partners TelevisaUnivision.” The announcement fell on my lap like Maná—winners of nine …

Latin Grammys to be held in Spain, leaving US for 1st time
2 years, 1 month ago

Latin Grammys to be held in Spain, leaving US for 1st time

The Independent  

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Drexler surprises with 6 Latin Grammys; Rosalia best album
2 years, 4 months ago

Drexler surprises with 6 Latin Grammys; Rosalia best album

Associated Press  

Uruguay’s Jorge Drexler was nominated for seven Latin Grammys and on Thursday he took home six, surprising those who took Bad Bunny’s triumph for granted. In the end, he won all the prizes in the urban music section: best fusion/urban performance for “Titi me preguntó” ; best reggaeton performance for “Lo siento BB:/” which he sings with Tainy and Julieta …

Drexler surprises with 6 Latin Grammys; Rosalia best album
2 years, 4 months ago

Drexler surprises with 6 Latin Grammys; Rosalia best album

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In the end, he won all the prizes in …

NPR's Alt.Latino podcast hosts share highlights from the Latin Grammys
2 years, 4 months ago

NPR's Alt.Latino podcast hosts share highlights from the Latin Grammys

NPR  

NPR's Alt.Latino podcast hosts share highlights from the Latin Grammys ARI SHAPIRO, HOST: What happens in Vegas is the subject of our next conversation. SHAPIRO: Puerto Rican megastar Bad Bunny was the biggest name among many winners of last night's Latin Grammy Awards in Las Vegas. CONTRERAS: And I say it's interesting because while Bad Bunny pretty much dominates Latin …

Rosalía wins album of the year, and makes history, at 2022 Latin Grammy Awards
2 years, 4 months ago

Rosalía wins album of the year, and makes history, at 2022 Latin Grammy Awards

LA Times  

On a night when the world’s biggest pop star was conspicuous by his absence, cutting-edge flamenco-pop singer Rosalía stole the spotlight Thursday by walking off with the coveted album of the year award at the 23rd Latin Grammys. “You have taken the language, the Spanish language, to places on the planet that we had never reached before.” Elvis Costello, left, …

Latin Grammy 2022: Reaccionan los artistas tras sus nominaciones
2 years, 6 months ago

Latin Grammy 2022: Reaccionan los artistas tras sus nominaciones

LA Times  

Tras el anuncio de las nominaciones a los Latin GRAMMY 2022 esta mañana, las reacciones de los artistas no se hicieron esperar en las redes sociales y expresaron su sentir con mucha emoción y agradecimiento. Otro de los artistas que reaccionó fue el maestro José Hernández, fundador del Mariachi Sol de México, tras ser nominado en la categoría Mejor Álbum …

The Best Latin Music of 2021
3 years, 3 months ago

The Best Latin Music of 2021

NPR  

The Best Latin Music of 2021 Enlarge this image toggle caption Photo Illustration by Renee Klahr/NPR; Getty Images Photo Illustration by Renee Klahr/NPR; Getty Images Through Latin music, we are able to see the true range of the Latinx identity — the range of music that this genre encompasses spans multiple languages, cultures, and experiences in a way that no …

Alt.Latino presents the best singles of 2021 : Alt.Latino
3 years, 3 months ago

Alt.Latino presents the best singles of 2021 : Alt.Latino

NPR  

Alt.Latino presents the best singles of 2021 Enlarge this image toggle caption Rodrigo Varela/Getty Images for The Latin Recor Rodrigo Varela/Getty Images for The Latin Recor 2021 was an absolutely incredible year for Latin music. This year, we witnessed the confident ascent of brand new voices, like YEИDRY on "Ya," and a cemented stardom for artists who've been in the …

Alt.Latino looks back at the best albums of 2021 : Alt.Latino
3 years, 3 months ago

Alt.Latino looks back at the best albums of 2021 : Alt.Latino

NPR  

Alt.Latino looks back at the best albums of 2021 Enlarge this image toggle caption Arturo Holmes/Getty Images Arturo Holmes/Getty Images Each year the Alt.Latino crew parses through hundreds of new Latin music releases in the hopes of finding the best of the genre, and each year this task gets even more challenging. The chasm between projects by artists like C. …

Grammy nominations 2022: Jon Batiste, Olivia Rodrigo, Justin Bieber lead; see complete list
3 years, 4 months ago

Grammy nominations 2022: Jon Batiste, Olivia Rodrigo, Justin Bieber lead; see complete list

Firstpost  

While Jon Batiste scored 11 nominations, Justin Bieber, Doja Cat and H.E.R. ‘MONTERO’, Lil Nas X ‘Sour’, Olivia Rodrigo ‘Evermore’,” Taylor Swift ‘Donda’, Kanye West — Record of the year: ‘I Still Have Faith in You’, ABBA ‘I Get a Kick Out of You’, Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga ‘Peaches’, Justin Bieber featuring Daniel Caesar and Giveon ‘Right on Time’, …

2022 Grammy Award Nominations: Jon Batiste, Olivia Rodrigo And Doja Cat Land Major Nods
3 years, 4 months ago

2022 Grammy Award Nominations: Jon Batiste, Olivia Rodrigo And Doja Cat Land Major Nods

Huff Post  

Jon Batiste and Olivia Rodrigo were among the artists who cemented their places in the pop culture zeitgeist on Tuesday by dominating the 2022 Grammy Award nominations. Record Of The Year “I Still Have Faith in You,” ABBA “Freedom,” Jon Batiste “I Get a Kick Out of You,” Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga “Peaches,” Justin Bieber featuring Daniel Caesar and …

Amid the usual pop star flash, a more inclusive and politically charged Latin Grammys
3 years, 4 months ago

Amid the usual pop star flash, a more inclusive and politically charged Latin Grammys

LA Times  

Song of the year winners Randy Malcom and Alexander Delgado of Gente de Zona, Yotuel, Descemer Bueno and el Funky perform at the 22nd Latin Grammy Awards. On Thursday night, “Patria y Vida” was named song of the year at the 22nd Latin Grammy Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Circled by dancers in flashy Carnival …

The biggest moments from the Latin Grammys
3 years, 4 months ago

The biggest moments from the Latin Grammys

NPR  

The biggest moments from the Latin Grammys The awards show felt like a massive family reunion Enlarge this image toggle caption Rodrigo Varela/Getty Images for The Latin Recording Academy Rodrigo Varela/Getty Images for The Latin Recording Academy The 22nd annual Latin Grammys promised viewers the biggest night in Latin music and this year they delivered. Enlarge this image toggle caption …

Estos son todos los ganadores de los Latin Grammy 2021
3 years, 4 months ago

Estos son todos los ganadores de los Latin Grammy 2021

LA Times  

La ceremonia de entrega de los Latin Grammys en su edición 22 culminó con el cantante Rubén Blades llevándose el Premio al Álbum del Año por su SALSWING! 39” / Bizarrap, Snow Tha Product Mejor canción urbana “A fuego”/ Farina “Agua”/ Tainy & J Balvin) “Dákiti”/Bad Bunny y Jhay Cortez “La curiosidad”/ Myke Towers “Patria y vida”/ Yotuel, Gente de …

A look at this year’s best new artist Latin Grammys nominees
3 years, 4 months ago

A look at this year’s best new artist Latin Grammys nominees

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The Latin Grammy for best new artist is often one of the most coveted awards, as it can only be won once in a lifetime and can open many doors. The 24-year-old singer-songwriter received two Latin Grammy nominations for her debut album, “Mi Primer Día Triste,” including a nod for best pop-rock song, for “Ganas.” HUMBE: The …

Interviews with Juanes, Jose Gonzalez, Yosmel Montejo, and Latin Grammys : Alt.Latino : NPR
3 years, 5 months ago

Interviews with Juanes, Jose Gonzalez, Yosmel Montejo, and Latin Grammys : Alt.Latino : NPR

NPR  

Alt.Latino Unpacks the Latest Music News, Including Latin Grammy Drama Enlarge this image toggle caption NPR Illustration NPR Illustration It's been a big week for the Latin music world, so we're using this week's show to play some catch up. Alt.Latino host Felix Contreras sat down with Alt.Latino contributor Julyssa Lopez of Rolling Stone magazine and NPR's Ari Shapiro on …

Latin Grammys: Camilo is top contender with 10 nominations
3 years, 6 months ago

Latin Grammys: Camilo is top contender with 10 nominations

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Camilo won his first Latin …

Camilo, Juan Luis Guerra lead 2021 Latin Grammy Awards nominees
3 years, 6 months ago

Camilo, Juan Luis Guerra lead 2021 Latin Grammy Awards nominees

LA Times  

Bad Bunny, left, Natalia Lafourcade and Camilo are among the top nominees for this year’s Latin Grammy Awards. Colombian pop singer-songwriter Camilo and Dominican bachata pioneer Juan Luis Guerra lead this year’s nominees for the 22nd Latin Grammy Awards. C. Tangana, the Spanish rapper-singer who won two Latin Grammys for songwriting on Rosalía’s “El Mal Querer,” scored five nominations, including …

The 10 best Latin music moments of 2020
4 years, 3 months ago

The 10 best Latin music moments of 2020

LA Times  

2020 was the year that Latin music became nearly ubiquitous in American popular culture. He said the song came to him after he called his mother while having a panic attack on tour; “René” ultimately won song of the year at the 2020 Latin Grammys. Reggaeton wouldn’t be the global force it is today without the work of pioneering Puerto …

Ladies’ night at Latin Grammys: Lafourcade, Rosalía win big
4 years, 4 months ago

Ladies’ night at Latin Grammys: Lafourcade, Rosalía win big

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — A year after Rosalía made history by becoming the first solo female performer in 13 years to win the top prize at the Latin Grammys, Natalia Lafourcade followed in her footsteps with a big win at the 2020 show. Lafourcade’s wins included best alternative song for “En Cantos,” her collaboration with iLe, and best regional song for …

Ladies’ night at Latin Grammys: Lafourcade, Rosalía win big
4 years, 4 months ago

Ladies’ night at Latin Grammys: Lafourcade, Rosalía win big

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — A year after Rosalía made history by becoming the first solo female performer in 13 years to win the top prize at the Latin Grammys, Natalia Lafourcade followed in her footsteps with a big win at the 2020 show. Lafourcade’s wins included best alternative song for “En Cantos” and best regional song for “Mi Religión.” Rosalía won …

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