#latin-music

#latin-music

Fania Records defined salsa music in Latin culture but faces challenges in legacy preservation among newer generations.

The label's significant impact on Latin music culture demands contemporary recognition and curation.

Sheila E. showcases her musical versatility and genre-blending skills in her first salsa album during NPR Music's 'El Tiny' takeover.

The Encuentro del Canto Popular remains a significant Latin music festival, celebrating community and culture since 1982, despite early financial struggles.

Music fans can enjoy the new Latin music event Festival La Onda in Napa, which complements the BottleRock Napa Valley festival.

Música Mexicana is the most streamed Latin genre in 2024, reflecting global growth and popularity.

Peso Pluma maintains significant influence in the genre with chart-topping albums and global streaming success.

Apple's 'Shot on an iPhone' campaign merges Latin music and Loteria in the short film 'Suerte'.

Becky G announces her Casa Gomez: Otro Capitulo Tour, celebrating her roots and showcasing her evolution in the music industry.

Noche de Cumbia brings together traditional and modern cumbia artists to celebrate the genre's rich history and ongoing evolution in Latin music.

Bésame Mucho Los Angeles festival canceled less than a month before it was set to take place.

SXSW showcases emerging artists

Latin music rising stars at SXSW

Creating music can be spontaneous and collaborative, leading to the birth of innovative and meaningful songs.

MJ Nebreda's 'Corazón Vol. 1' explores love and identity through innovative collaborations, establishing her as a distinctive voice in Latin music.

The Linda Lindas' new single "Yo Me Estreso" combines Latin music styles with pop-punk elements.

Festival La Onda celebrates Latin music and culture while highlighting the contributions of Latino and Indigenous workers in Napa Valley.

The 2025 Festival La Onda features a diverse lineup of top Latin music stars in downtown Napa, promising an exciting musical experience.

Thalía's '90s hit 'Gracias a Dios' showcases a unique blend of ska and pop while exploring themes of sin and devotion.

Mariel Colón combines her law background and music aspirations, using her association with El Chapo to launch her career as 'Mariel La Abogada.'

Fuerza Regida's expansion into mainstream recognition may lead to Grammy nominations after their recent success and the rise of corridos tumbados.

Fuerza Regida's album 'Pero No Te Enamores' debuted at No. 2 on Billboard's Top Latin Albums and No. 23 on the Billboard 200, showcasing their success and risk-taking approach.

Fuerza Regida launches the Don't Fall in Love Fest, showcasing a mix of Mexican music and hip-hop for an exciting cultural celebration.

Music City SF offers an immersive Latin music experience featuring live bands and DJs across multiple genres.

Boombox Happy Hour offers a free, vibrant mix of music and community every 1st Wednesday from 6-9pm at Pop's Bar.

DJ Clave mixes classic Latin music with EDM every 4th Thursday, creating a vibrant party atmosphere.

Karol G showcased her latest single at the MTV VMAs, captivating the audience with her energetic performance.

Rita Payes blends traditional Spanish music with contemporary jazz, reflecting deep family roots.

Morat's music blends folk-pop with Americana and Latin influences, creating an infectious and fun sound.

Their sound is described as having a boy-band vibe with a grown-up Latin sensibility and sexiness, perfect for romantic settings.

Jhayco combines various musical influences to create a distinct sound and maintains direct involvement in his creative process.

Jhayco's new album 'Le Clique: Vida Rockstar (X)' emphasizes artistry over commercial success, showcasing his evolution in the reggaeton genre.

Julieta Venegas is a multi-talented artist with seventeen instruments to her credit and numerous prestigious music awards.

Kali Uchis has released her new album Orquídeas, her second album in Spanish.

The album features collaborations with artists such as El Alfa, City Girls' JT, Karol G, and Rauw Alejandro.

The rising importance of streaming platforms and the growing significance of Latin music within the American recording industry.

Kali Uchis released ORQUÍDEAS PARTE 2, a deluxe edition adding KAYTRANADA's remix of "Young Rich & In Love" and three new tracks, maintaining her versatile and innovative style.

Music video viewership stats have been a significant indicator of success in the industry.

K-pop and Latin music have dominated music video viewership, while Anglo-American pop is seeing a decline.

Karol G is the first Latina to be named woman of the year at the Billboard Women in Music awards.

Karol G has been breaking barriers in the music industry, including winning a Grammy in the best musica urbana category and having the first Spanish-language album by a female artist reach No. 1 on the Billboard 200.