Marysabel Huston is a GRAMMY.com contributor.
The 2025 Latin GRAMMYs will feature two new categories this year, including Best Music for Visual Media. This category, part of the newly created Visual Media area, will recognize composers of original works created not only to accompany films, series, documentaries, or video games, but to enhance their narrative and provide emotional weight to the production. The first nominees in…
Two new categories were included in the nominations for the 2025 Latin GRAMMYs, announced on Wednesday, Sept. 17. Best Roots Song, part of the Traditional field, highlights six songs that showcase Latin America’s folkloric diversity. The new category honors songwriters of new songs that reflect the roots, cultures,and social groups of Ibero-American communities, and incorporate traditional genres such as tango,…
Music Row is no longer the only place where the heart of country music beats. In Brazil, Ana Castela is blending American country music with the nation's folk rhythms, such as sertanejo. Louisiana's Ha*Ash have resonated with sold-out audiences around the globe with their country-infused Latin pop driven by their Mexican heritage, and Angie Rey merged her love of country…
For the first time, Miami was host to GRAMMY Camp, a multi-city program for high school students organized by the GRAMMY Museum. Now in its 21st year, GRAMMY Camp focuses on all aspects of commercial music via several career tracks; each location incorporates a curriculum track tailored to its unique musical heritage. For guest artist Cimafunk — a GRAMMY-nominated singer…
Jesús Roberto Laija García, better known as Tito Double P, is one of the most promising figures in the new generation of Mexican music singer/songwriters. In just three years, this Nayarit native has become more than simply Peso Pluma’s cousin, establishing himself as an artistic powerhouse in a genre that’s conquering audiences globally. "At first, it was always ‘Peso Pluma’s…
When Consuelo Pérez Rubio, better known throughout Latin America as Chelo, began her career at age 16, she never imagined that this young girl would become "La Voz Ranchera de México" (Mexico’s Ranchera Voice). Born in the Zapopan neighborhood of La Experiencia, just over five miles north of Guadalajara – the city considered the birthplace of ranchera music and mariachi…
When Ángela Aguilar began working on her new album, Nadie Se Va Como Llegó, she never imagined it would serve as a springboard for one of the most transformative stages of her musical career. Translating to "Nobody Leaves as They Arrived," Nadie Se Va Como Llegó finds Aguilar exploring her coming-of-age identity as a woman, embracing one of the most…
After a pandemic and two years of a partial retreat from music, GRAMMY-nominated singer J Balvin returned to U.S. stages on March 20. The opening night of his Back to the Rayo tour in Atlanta proved why the Medellín, Colombia native is one of the global icons of Latin music. The two-hour concert centered on Balvin's story through four acts:…
The 2025 GRAMMYs, officially known as the 67th GRAMMY Awards, will air live on CBS and Paramount+ on Sunday, Feb. 2. Watch highlights from the 2025 GRAMMYs on live.GRAMMY.com. The 2025 GRAMMYs telecast will be reimagined to raise funds to support wildfire relief efforts and aid music professionals impacted by the wildfires in Los Angeles. Donate to the Recording Academy's…
Carlos Vives has been integral to culture, entertainment, and music in Latin America for four decades. In the '80s, mothers and tías fell in love with his telenovela roles in, and his music has captivated — and continues to captivate — generations. In recognition of his sound and magic, The Latin Recording Academy is honoring Carlos Vives as Person Of…
In April 2024, the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation celebrated 10 years of empowering the next generation of Latin music creators. Established in 2014 by The Latin Recording Academy, the Foundation has become a global leader in music education, supporting aspiring Latin music creators from 34 countries through its diverse scholarship and grant programs. Since its inception, the Foundation has awarded…
The 2024 Latin GRAMMYs celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Latin GRAMMY Awards — and 25 years of honoring excellence in Latin music. After a successful edition in Seville, Spain, last year, which marked the first-ever international show in Latin GRAMMY history, this year's ceremony returns to the United States, taking place on Thursday, Nov. 14, in Miami. Much has…
Within the landscape of Música Mexicana, Ivan Cornejo is a rarity. The 20-year-old California native stands out as one of the most intriguing acts in a genre represented by artists known for their flashy looks and music. Soft-spoken and warm, Cornejo's gentle demeanor effortlessly translates into his music and on-stage persona and musical productions. Cornejo's songs and lyrics are far…
Peso Pluma marked his musical destiny with a Tupac tribute tattoo in the center of his clavicle: "All Eyez On Me." The Mexican artist, born Hassan Emilio Kabande Laija, doesn't remember exactly what year he inked his chest. He knows it was well before his debut in music. Those four words reflected Peso's irrefutable confidence that the world's eyes would…
Danna Paola feels comfortable coexisting with her shadows. The Mexican singer, model and actress first appeared on television at age five, and has spent recent years dwelling on memories of her youth. Now 28, Danna is dismantling the myths and taboos around her artistic persona. This process resulted in CHILDSTAR, which arrives April 11. Danna's seventh LP is her most…
Puerto Rican rapper Residente wants to embark on new adventures. The artist born René Pérez Joglar has dreams of directing movies and acting, writing books, and making for pleasure — not to pay the bills. These goals reflect a new attitude, one resulting from time spent reflecting on the passage of time and the presence of death. Residente's sophomore album,…
For decades, women have been the muse behind some of the most iconic songs in música Mexicana. The genre's greatest singers have sung about them, and women have often been the protagonists of stories that go from heartbreak to revenge. Despite being an inspiration, the música Mexicana genre has historically benefited male singers and bands, awarding them with media attention,…
The life of producer and songwriter Edgar Barrera was shaped by cultural dichotomy. Born in McAllen, Texas, and raised between the Lone Star state and the Mexican border town of Miguel Alemán, Barrera spent his days connecting cultures and languages, making a space for himself. "I was born on the border. I'm always trying to adapt to Mexican or American…
Kali Uchis is experiencing one of her most creatively prolific moments. For the first time, the GRAMMY-winning singer delights her fans with two long-play projects in less than a year: Red Moon in Venus and Orquídeas, the latter out Jan. 12. Described by Uchis as her most energetic body of work, Orquídeas is her second Spanish language record and a…
Spanish singer/songwriter Pablo Alborán has a unique history with the Latin GRAMMYs. Although he receives a nomination for each album he releases, he has yet to win a golden gramophone. At the 2023 Latin GRAMMYs, Alborán was the Spaniard with the most nominations. He received a total of five nominations, including Album Of The Year, Record Of The Year, and…
