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Gloria "Goyo" Martinez of ChocQuibTown attends the 2017 Latin GRAMMYs
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Latin Music Industry Executives Launch "Conciencia Collective," Aim To Create Awareness About Racial And Social Injustice
Composed of 35 executives artists, activists and music industry figures, the newly launched initiative will also debut a series of online conversations discussing the pressing issues of the day
GRAMMYs/Jun 26, 2020 - 09:54 pm
Artists and leading figures from the Latin music industry have launched Conciencia Collective, a new initiative focusing on creating awareness about racial and social injustice. The group, which is composed of 35 executives from across the artist, activism, management, media, publicity and other fields within the Latin music industry, came together "in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement" and with the intent to "educate our colleagues, artists, and peers of influence in order to gain their advocacy," Billboard reports. The group will also focus on issues impacting the Latin community.
As part of its initiative, the group will launch a series of online conversations, dubbed "Conciencia Talk," in partnership with Latinx culture and news site mitú, which will feature artists and figures from the entertainment and sociopolitical worlds discussing the pressing issues of the day.
The inaugural conversation, livestreaming Friday (June 26) starting at 7 p.m. EST on mitú's YouTube and Facebook pages, will include Gloria "Goyo" Martínez, the singer of GRAMMY-nominated Afro-Colombian band ChocQuibTown; Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Rafa Pabón; and Dr. Aurora Vergara Figueroa, director of the Center for Aphrodiasporic Studies at Icesi University in Colombia, who will moderate the event. The panel will "discuss the important role that the Afro-Latino community plays in society, and what we can do to help amplify their voice and dismantle systemic racism," according to the event's Facebook page.
mitú will also share "quotes on solidarity and racial inequality" from more than 100 Latin music artists including Anuel, Zion & Lennox, Farruko and others, according to Billboard.
In a recent statement, Martínez addressed racism within the Latinx community.
"In order to consciously educate the Latinx community and change the derogatory narratives towards people of color within our community, we commit to leading with acknowledgement in solidarity with the Black community to enable the rise of leaders in our respective communities," she wrote in a statement.
"We want to extend our platforms to our brothers and sisters so that their voices and needs can be heard. We want our brothers and sisters across the U.S. and Latin America to know that we see them, we hear them and we will champion equality and justice on behalf of our industry."
The launch of Conciencia Collective follows a recent wave of nationwide protests against police brutality and racial injustice, specifically against Black people and people of color, in response to the killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and other Black U.S. citizens by police.
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How To Watch The 2023 Latin GRAMMYs Live: Performers Lineup, Nominations, Air Date, Time & More
Ahead of the 2023 Latin GRAMMYs on Thursday, Nov. 16, here is a complete guide to the Biggest Night in Latin Music, including all the performers, hosts, presenters and much more.
GRAMMYs/Nov 14, 2023 - 10:15 pm
The Biggest Night in Latin Music is so close we can taste it!
Bearing the full title of the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards, the 2023 Latin GRAMMYs ceremony will be held Thursday, Nov. 16.
Who is nominated for Latin GRAMMYs? Where and when will the 2023 Latin GRAMMY's air? Who will perform during the ceremony? You've got questions, we've got answers!
When Are The 2023 Latin GRAMMYs?
The 2023 Latin GRAMMYs — officially known as the 24th Latin GRAMMY Awards, will be broadcast Thursday, Nov. 16. at 8 p.m. ET (7 p.m. CT).
Where Are The 2023 Latin GRAMMYs Taking Place?
Just like the GRAMMYs, the Latin GRAMMYs are going global. For the first time ever, the 2023 Latin GRAMMYs will be held in Sevilla, Spain, at the and Exhibition Centre (FIBES). This marks the inaugural international telecast in the history of the Latin Recording Academy and its awards show.
How Can I Watch The 2023 Latin GRAMMYs?
On Nov. 16, the 2023 Latin GRAMMYs will air on Univision, UniMás and Galavisión in the U.S., and at 10:30 p.m. CET on Radiotelevisión Española (RTVE) in Spain. It will also air on cable channel TNT at 19:30 (MEX) / 20:30 (PAN-COL) / 21:30 (VEN) / 22:30 (ARG/CHI).
The ceremony will be aired in more than 80 countries globally. Be sure to check your local broadcasters for further airings.
Those in Brazil can enjoy the 2023 Latin GRAMMYs on the same date, exclusively on Bis and on Globoplay — which will graciously offer the broadcast free to non-subscribers.
Who Is Nominated At The 2023 Latin GRAMMYs?
All manner of leading lights from across the Latin music universe — from Christina Aguilera to Karol G to Rosalía — are nominated at this year's ceremony. For a full list of 2023 Latin GRAMMYs nominees, visit below.
Read More: 2023 Latin GRAMMYs: See The Complete Nominations List
Who Are The Performers At The 2023 Latin GRAMMYs?
Those include the aforementioned Rosalía, as well as Maluma, Natalia Lafourcade, Sebastián Yatra, and many others. For a complete list of performers at the 2023 Latin GRAMMYs, visit below.
Who Is Hosting The 2023 Latin GRAMMYs?
Latin GRAMMY winner and GRAMMY nominee Sebastián Yatra; Latin GRAMMY nominee and renowned actress Danna Paola; and fellow world-renowned actresses Roselyn Sánchez and Paz Vega will host the 2023 Latin GRAMMYs. For more info, visit below.
Read More: 2023 Latin GRAMMYs Hosts Announced: Sebastián Yatra, Roselyn Sánchez, Danna Paola And Paz Vega
When is The 2023 Latin GRAMMY Premiere?
Prior to the 2023 Latin GRAMMYs, the Latin GRAMMY Premiere will kick off with performances by current Latin GRAMMYs nominees Majo Aguilar, Paula Arenas, Mike Bahía, Vanesa Martín, Elena Rose, Thiaguinho, and Julieta Venegas.
Latin GRAMMY-nominated Brazilian singer Giulia Be and Spanish actor Miguel Ángel Muñoz will host the ceremony. For further information on the 2023 Latin GRAMMY Premiere, check below:
When Will Latin GRAMMY Week 2023 Take Place And What Are The Events?
Latin GRAMMY In The Schools: An educational program that helps inform and network music students with Latin music industry pros, and supports music departments that have financial limitations.
Lifetime Achievement & Trustees Special Awards Presentation: Several Latin music icons will be honored. Carmen Linares, Mijares, Arturo Sandoval, Simone, Soda Stereo, and Ana Torroja will receive this year's Lifetime Achievement Award, and Alex Acuña, Gustavo Santaolalla and Wisón Torres will receive the Trustees Award.
Leading Ladies Of Entertainment: This one-of-a-kind event spotlights and elevates the work of professional women in the arts and entertainment fields.
Nominees Reception: This intimate gathering will shine a light on the artists, producers, songwriters, and creators nominated at the 2023 Latin GRAMMYs.
Best New Artist Showcase: This thrilling ceremony helps you get to know the new generation of music creators during Latin GRAMMY Week.
2023 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year Gala: At the Palacio de Congresos y Exposiciones (FIBES), the Latin Recording Academy will host the 2023 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year Gala in honor of multi-hyphenate Laura Pausini.
And, of course, Latin GRAMMY Week will crescendo with the Latin GRAMMYs! For more details, visit below.
What's New At The 2023 Latin GRAMMYs?
There's lots to look forward to! For instance:
It's the first Latin GRAMMYs in Sevilla, Spain.
There are three new Latin GRAMMY categories and a newly formed Songwriting Field. To dive deep into why these changes are important, visit here.
Antonio Banderas will receive the President's Award.
These changes illuminate the global expansion of the Latin GRAMMYs and the Latin Recording Academy — not just through the international telecast in Spain, but the addition of the Best Portuguese-Language Urban Music Performance Latin GRAMMY category.
This is crucial for many reasons, chief among them that Portuguese-language music and Brazilian listenerships are a rapidly growing part of the Latin music universe.
In tandem — and as noted — the Latin Recording Academy, Canal Bis, Multishow and Globoplay have announced a three-year agreement to broadcast the annual Latin GRAMMY Awards in Brazil.
Offerings like the flamenco performance at the Latin GRAMMY Premiere to the Latin GRAMMY sessions flamenco episode underscore the Latin Recording Academy's commitment to digging deep into all corners of the landscape.
As Latin Recording Academy CEO Manuel Abud told RecordingAcademy.com in a 2023 interview, "It is our responsibility as an Academy to really support our artists and our creators in their quest to go global. That's why we're going international, and that's why we're doing it now."
How Can I Learn More About The 2023 Latin GRAMMYs Artwork?
Check out this interview with 2023 Latin GRAMMYs artist Aline Bispo, and click here to learn more about her stunning work for the Latin Recording Academy.
We hope this guide satiates your curiosity about the 2023 Latin GRAMMYs. As always, follow the Latin GRAMMYs/Latin Recording Academy on social media: Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
Use #LatinGRAMMY on all social media platforms to join the social conversation during the Biggest Night in Latin Music — and as the Latin Recording Academy's sister academy, we'll see you there!
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Rewatch The Latin GRAMMY Sessions: Exploring The Soul And Identity Of Flamenco
A new audiovisual flamenco piece, tied to the 2023 Latin GRAMMYs, aired Friday, Nov. 10, as part of "The Latin GRAMMY Session" — and if you missed it, or want to revisit it, you can rewatch it below.
GRAMMYs/Nov 13, 2023 - 10:13 pm
Flamenco is an indispensable part of the folkloric tapestry of the global music community And now, you can bask in a tribute to it — Latin GRAMMYs style.
A new audiovisual flamenco piece aired Friday, Nov. 10 at 8 a.m. EST, as part of "The Latin GRAMMY Session." The production showcased the cultural art and identity of Andalucia, while giving viewers a glimpse of the genre’s evolution. This piece was filmed in Grenada, at the UNESCO World Heritage Site and the Hotel Grande Palace.
The sessions dove into the flamenco classics and influence on emerging artists in this generation — while showcasing the architecture, beauty and history of the spaces all under the direction of Latin GRAMMY winner Javier Limón.
Featured artists in this session include Latin GRAMMY nominee Carmen Linares, recipient of the 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award, Latin GRAMMY winners Arcángel and Niña Pastori, alongside Lola Indigo, Alana Sinkëy, and Latin GRAMMY nominee Omar Montes, accompanied by dancer Belén López. You can watch the 52-minute presentation below:
Flamenco originated in Spain, where the 2023 Latin GRAMMYs will be held Thursday, Nov. 16, at the Conference and Exhibition Centre (FIBES) in Sevilla, Spain — the first-ever international show in Latin GRAMMY history.
This connects larger Spanish themes and cultural tie-ins to be seen at the 2023 Latin GRAMMYs. For instance, the Spanish cinematic legend, actor Antonio Banderas, will receive the President’s Award from the Latin Recording Academy at the ceremony. More information can be found below:
In celebration of the International Day of Flamenco, which is also Nov. 16, all five current nominees in the Best Flamenco Album category — Israel Fernández, Diego Guerrero, Omar Montes, Niña Pastori, and Juanfe Pérez — will come together for a special performance at the 2023 Latin GRAMMY Premiere. Delivering a once-in-a-lifetime homage to the genre, the historic musical performance will celebrate both flamenco and its native Spain, which this year hosts the Latin GRAMMY Premiere and the 2023 Latin GRAMMYs.
Keep checking GRAMMY.com for more information ahead of the 2023 Latin GRAMMYs on Thursday — and don’t hesitate to visit LatinGRAMMY.com as well.
Son Rompe Pera, with guest musicians Gil Gutierrez and Lyka Kaiumova
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5 Latin Alternative Artists To Watch: Francisca Valenzuela, Rafa Pabön & More
Latin alternative navigates a broad ocean of sounds, from punk and hip-hop, to EDM and even mainstream pop. Read on for five artists who continue pushing the genre further.
GRAMMYs/Nov 13, 2023 - 02:32 pm
At one point during the ‘90s, the term rock en español became too narrow and myopic. As a category, it failed to encompass the dizzying variety of styles that bands like Mexico’s Café Tacvba, Colombia’s Aterciopelados and Argentina’s Babasónicos displayed in their music.
By the beginning of the new millennium, a new trend had emerged: fusing electronica with the authentic folk roots of individual countries — from Peru’s Novalima and Brazil’s Bossacucanova to Argentina’s Gotan Project and Mexico’s Nortec Collective.
It was in this exhilarating moment of change that the term "Latin alternative" became part of the mainstream. For over two decades now, the genre has been celebrated with a yearly conference that takes place every summer in NYC. Today, Latin alternative navigates an even broader ocean of sounds — from punk and hip-hop, to EDM and even mainstream pop.
Latin alternative sounds are also the basis of a nationally syndicated radio show and yearly conference. [Editor's note: The author of this story produces "The Latin Alternative," and the show's co-host is involved with the Latin Alternative Music Conference.]
More than a style, Latin alternative is a state of mind. Here are five artists who continue pushing the genre further.
Glue Trip
While having its feet planted firmly on the future, Latin Alternative is also nourished by the past. Hailing from the port city of João Pessoa in northeastern Brazil, Glue Trip is obsessed with the spirit of psychedelia and has amassed enough of an international following to warrant a European tour this fall.
Just like Os Mutantes did in the late ‘60s, the quartet fuses the hazy melodies of psych-pop with a Brazilian sensibility. With its exotic flute line and otherworldly vocals, "Água de Jamaica" was one of the best Latin singles of 2021. The band’s dazzling new album, Nada Tropical includes a guest spot by 78-year-old veteran Arthur Verocai on the gorgeous "Lazy Dayz."
Francisca Valenzuela
Born in San Francisco, Chilean American singer/songwriter Francisca Valenzuela exemplifies the Latin Alternative’s elusive qualities. A pop star in Chile, she brings to mind the quirky passion of Kate Bush — not only because of the theatrical panache with which she sings and plays the keyboards, but also because of her talent for storytelling through song. Her restless vision draws from alt-rock, jazz, dance and balada.
"Tómame," from 2020's La Fortaleza, is a thumping electro-pop compendium of erotic delights. 2022’s semi-conceptual Vida Tan Bonita included "Detener El Tiempo," one of the most profound Latin pop-rock tracks of the decade. This year’s Adentro shines on the strength of "Nada Para Ti," a smoldering breakup power-ballad with Mexico’s Ximena Sariñana.
[Editor's note: Francisca Valenzuela's song "¿Dónde Se Llora Cuando Se Llora?" from Adentro is nominated for Best rock/pop song at the 2023 Latin GRAMMYs, alongside Bunbury's "Alaska," León Larregui's "Amantes," Julieta Venegas' "Caminar Sola," Lasso's "Ojos Marrones," and "Señorita Revolución" by Bruses.]
Rafa Pabön
The Latin alternative movement is connected predominantly with rock. But with the current globalization of reggaetón and Latin trap, a number of urbano artists began making music that clearly ventures outside of the box. Fittingly, Puerto Rican singer/songwriter Rafael Pabön left no stone unturned in his quest for new avenues of expression on his latest, Galería.
Released in April of this year, Galería shows Pabön can rap and emote like a serious reggaetonero, but he also goes reggae on the duet with Gomba Jahbari "Manifestación de Amor," and embraces neo-flamenco on "Ay Amor," with the husky voice of Spanish diva Buika. The silky montuno of "Leyenda" features former Los Van Van vocalist Mayito Rivera, but the record’s most revelatory track is probably "Rosa" — a sweet merengue with touches of Indian sitar and tabla.
Silvina Moreno
A Berklee College of Music graduate, Buenos Aires singer Silvina Moreno has recorded duets with transcendent alternative artists such as fellow Argentine Kevin Johansen and Colombia’s Juan Pablo Vega.
A songwriter of staggering sophistication, she has a wicked sense of humor that adds lightness to the 2017 gem "Lord Inglés," about a Latina woman spurned by a British man — complete with a comedic, harpsichord-filled bridge. Other songs are informed by her luminous vocalizing and a stately sense of nostalgia, as in "Esperanza," a bouncy track with Uruguayan murga band Agárrate Catalina. For the lush 2022 session Selva, Moreno recorded a traditional bachata — "Ley De Atracción" — that demonstrates her encyclopedic understanding of foreign genres. It is this cosmopolitan breadth that confirms her as one of the most promising names in contemporary Latin.
Son Rompe Pera
The grand cumbia orchestras of the ‘60s and ‘70s would be extremely proud of Son Rompe Pera. Formed in the municipality of Naucalpan, Mexico, the quintet favors a percolating blend of cumbia with punk, ska and rock – made even more distinct by the traditional sound of the marimba. Son Rompe Pera’s cred shines through its determination to stay close to the roots of cumbia while borrowing touches from other genres.
The band’s full-length debut, 2020’s Batuco, featured a collaboration with like-minded Chilean group Chico Trujillo on the spiraling "Cumbia Algarrobera," a minimalistic take on the comedic "Calculadora" — a hit for both Orquesta Aragón and Oscar D’León — and an electrifying, marimba based cover of Lalo Guerrero’s Chicano classic "Los Chucos Suaves." Their self-assured sophomore effort, 2023's Chimborazo opens with the reckless grooves of "Selva Negra" — and also collaborated with Mexican veterans Inspector on the lilting, retro ska nugget "Te Faltó Corazón."
Antonio Banderas
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Antonio Banderas To Receive The President's Award From The Latin Recording Academy At The 2023 Latin GRAMMYs
At the 2023 Latin GRAMMYs, the heralded actor, director and entrepreneur will be awarded for his manifold contributions as a global ambassador of Latin cultural heritage.
GRAMMYs/Nov 8, 2023 - 03:39 pm
And the Latin Recording Academy's 2023 President's Award goes to … the one and only Antonio Banderas! The Latin Recording Academy has today announced that the critically acclaimed Spanish actor, director and entrepreneur will be honored with the 2023 President's Award at the 2023 Latin GRAMMYs, which takes place Thursday, Nov. 16.
The President's Award honors extraordinary members of the Latin community who have worked to promote and advance arts and culture around the world. It has only been presented in exceptional cases throughout the history of the Latin Recording Academy — most recently to Lin-Manuel Miranda in 2017.
Read More: 2023 Latin GRAMMYs: See The Complete Nominations List
Banderas has been a steadfast promoter of the musical arts throughout his career, and in 2019 he founded the Teatro del Soho in his native Málaga, Spain.
The company has staged successful Spanish-language productions of iconic musicals like "Company" and "A Chorus Line," reinvigorating the city's live theater scene and making it accessible to new generations of spectators throughout the country with touring productions.
Read More: 2023 Latin GRAMMYs Explained: 4 Reasons To Be Excited About The New Categories & Changes
"We are delighted to present Antonio Banderas with the President's Award as we celebrate our first international edition of the Latin GRAMMY in Andalucía," said Manuel Abud, CEO of the Latin Recording Academy. "Antonio's outstanding and numerous contributions to the artistic community have made him a global ambassador of our cultural heritage."
The 2023 Latin GRAMMYs, officially known as the 24th Latin GRAMMY Awards, will be broadcast from the Conference and Exhibition Centre (FIBES) in Sevilla (Andalucía), Spain, on Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023, at 8 p.m. ET (7 p.m. CT) on Univision, UniMás and Galavisión in the U.S., and at 10:30 p.m. CET on Radiotelevisión Española (RTVE) in Spain. It will also air on cable channel TNT at 19:30 (MEX) / 20:30 (PAN-COL) / 21:30 (VEN) / 22:30 (ARG/CHI). The ceremony will be aired in over 80 countries worldwide. Check your local broadcasters for additional airings.