Maffio Reinvents an Elvis Presley Classic & More Uplifting Moments in Latin Music

From career milestones and new music releases to major announcements and those little, important moments, Billboard editors highlight uplifting moments in Latin music. Here’s what happened in the Latin music world this...
José Luis Perales Is Not Dead ‘I’m More Alive Than Ever’

José Luis Perales Is Not Dead: ‘I’m More Alive Than Ever’

Contrary to reports published Monday afternoon (Aug. 7) by multiple media outlets, Spanish singer/songwriter José Luis Perales is not dead. In fact: “I’m more alive than ever,” the 78-year-old superstar said in...
How Gabito Ballesteros Went From a Mariachi Choir to a Viral Corridos Star

How Gabito Ballesteros Went From a Mariachi Choir to a Viral Corridos Star

Gabito Ballesteros was only 10 years old when he unearthed his musical talent. He formed part of a children’s mariachi at a local church in his native Cumpas, Sonora,...
Camila Cabello to Receive Special Award at Premios Juventud & More Uplifting Moments in Latin Music

Camila Cabello to Receive Special Award at Premios Juventud & More Uplifting Moments in...

From career milestones and new music releases to major announcements and more, Billboard editors highlight the latest news buzz in Latin music every week. Here’s what happened in the Latin music world...
Peso Pluma Dazzles at South Florida Arena Stop on Doble P Tour

Peso Pluma Dazzles at South Florida Arena Stop on Doble P Tour

Mexican music star Peso Pluma played the fourth date on his Doble P Tour, presented by Live Nation, on the unlikely stage of the FLA Live Arena in Sunrise, Florida. It’s an...
Behind the Latin Music Awards that Spotlight Emerging Artists

What Is Premios Heat? Behind the Latin Music Awards that Spotlight Emerging Artists

Ten years ago, Colombian music executive Diana Montes created the Premios Heat (Heat Latin Music Awards) brand with the mission to not only support and develop up-and-coming Latin artists but also offer a platform...
J Balvin & Bad Bunny Tie Ozuna’s Billion Views Club Record on YouTube

J Balvin & Bad Bunny Tie Ozuna’s Billion Views Club Record on YouTube

J Balvin and Bad Bunny have each locked in their 13th video entry in YouTube’s Billion Views Club, the video platform announced Wednesday (May 17). The two stars have now tied the record...
Maria Becerra at 2023 Billboard Latin Women in Music ‘Thank You for Trusting My Vision’

Maria Becerra at 2023 Billboard Latin Women in Music: ‘Thank You for Trusting My...

Flaunting a ’60s-inspired dress and hairdo, Maria Becerra attended the inaugural Billboard Mujeres Latinas en la Música (Billboard Latin Women in Music), where she received the Visionary Award from newlyweds Lele Pons and Guaynaa. “First of all, I want...
Maná Rocks Chicago With ‘México Lindo Y Querido’ Tour Stop ‘We Feel at Home Here’

Maná Rocks Chicago With ‘México Lindo Y Querido’ Tour Stop: ‘We Feel at Home...

It was night two for Maná in Chicago at the United Center on Saturday (April 29), but it was the 12th show overall for the Mexican rock band who’s been on...
Rosalía Brings Out Fiancé Rauw Alejandro During Coachella 2023 Set

Rosalía Brings Out Fiancé Rauw Alejandro During Coachella 2023 Set

Coachella quickly became Motochella when Rosalía set foot on the festival’s main stage on Saturday (April 15). The Motomamis and Motopapis assembled when they heard motorcycle engines roar. It only meant one thing:...