At 11, Silvana Estrada built her own jarana, a guitar-shaped instrument from his hometown of Veracruz, Mexico, for a class assignment. “You would think it would be easy for me,” Estrada says. “But it was actually very difficult.” Easy because his parents are luthiers and, to this day, make and sell instruments for a living […]
[ad_1] Venezuelan singer-songwriter and rapper Micro TDH presents today (December 9) his second studio album titled Nueve. The set of 14 titles, which comes four years later Ineffable, is his debut album under Warner Music Latina. “There is music for all kinds of people, for all kinds of tastes,†says Micro. Billboard. “An album made […]
[ad_1] When Ivan Cornejo was in college, he was heartbroken – an event that left him with scars and now fuels his inspiration for deep, dark lyrics that fuel his heartbreaking tracks. And not so long ago, the Mexican-American singer-songwriter was in college: the 17-year-old remembers feeling the urge to write about “my situation” and […]
[ad_1] Tiago PZK was six when he discovered his love for music, crediting Daddy Yankee and his 2007 “Impacto (Remix)†with Fergie for really igniting his desire to continue his career. “He’s a pillar of who Tiago is today,” he says Billboard, while citing Justin Bieber as a major source of inspiration. To explore To […]
[ad_1] Emilia wrote her first song when she was only 10 years old, and she made it her mission to make money playing it for her friends and family. “It was a silly song, as you can imagine,†recalls the 24-year-old artist from Argentina. “But whenever there was a dinner party or a meeting in […]
[ad_1] For Blessd (real name: Stiven Mesa Londoño), a musical career seemed unattainable. A day in his life usually started at 2 a.m. selling fruit in a market in his hometown of Antioquia, MedellÃn, Colombia, then going to school from 7 p.m. to 1 p.m. From there he would go to a recording studio, where […]
[ad_1] Boza thanks his parents and late grandmothers for instilling his love for music. His greatest inspirations? Michael Jackson, Drake, reggae and countless renowned Panamanian artists including Kafu Banton. At 16, he began to explore his passion, making a name for himself in his native Panama as a future rap star. He was built from […]
Ten years ago, 5-year-old Luis Vázquez stepped onto a stage in Puerto Rico as the lead singer of Los Bravitos de la Plena, a children’s music group that included seven other members and was founded by Vázquez’s father, who is also a musician. “All my life I have been surrounded by music. Since I was […]
[ad_1] Ten years ago, 5-year-old Luis Vázquez set foot on a stage in Puerto Rico as the lead singer of Los Bravitos de la Plena, a children’s music group that included seven other members and was founded by Vázquez’s father, who is also a musician. “All my life I have been surrounded by music. Since […]
[ad_1] Danny Felix’s rodeo spanned nearly two decades – but it was only in recent years that he gained long-awaited exposure in the music industry, guiding some of Natanael Cano’s early successes, collaborating with Karol G and finally landing on the Billboard graphics. To explore See the latest videos, graphics and news “I’ve been producing […]
[ad_1] A need for self-expression is what inspired newcomer Maria Becerra to launch her musical career – which today is endorsed by artists such as Cazzu, Tini and J Balvin, to name a few. “I have always been dramatic and sensitive and I needed to express it,†Becerra said. Billboard. “When I was seven I […]
Argentinian producer Bizarrap’s musical sessions featuring artists such as Nathy Peluso and Nicki Nicole not only went viral on YouTube, garnering millions of views in days, they also became a new method for artists to get to discover. That’s what Bizarrap originally intended to do with his now fan-favorite sessions. To explore To explore Weird […]
[ad_1] His passion for freestyle started at the age of 13 when he discovered different artists on YouTube and landed on a particular rap battle that instantly captivated him. “It was Argentinian rapper Frescolate fighting in an international competition. I fell in love with what he did because I loved the spontaneity of that style,†[…]
[ad_1] Born in Monterrey and raised in San Luis Potosi, Gera MX says his upbringing is what shaped his career as one of Mexico’s most high-profile rappers today. “I come from a dangerous neighborhood which made it easier for me for my lyrics,” he said. Billboard. “I had so much to share, nothing was invented. […]
[ad_1] In 2016, he released his first single “No Vendo Trap” which, like most of his YouTube videos, garnered millions of views. Subsequently, he released “She Don’t Give a Fo” and “Hello Cotto”. But it was his feature film on Khea’s “Loca Remix” with Bunny and Cazzu that earned him his first appearance on Billboard‘s […]
[ad_1] Duki’s writing process is straightforward. “I only need a microphone,” says the Argentinian rapper. “I start to improvise and from there I start to build. But I write in my head while I freestyle. A self-description melómano (music lover) who grew up listening to Luis Miguel and the Beatles, the 24-year-old artist, who last […]
[ad_1] Philadelphia-born Puerto Rican artist Luis Figueroa says all types of music surrounded his life growing up, from salsa and soul to R&B and beyond. It was then that an 11-year-old, Luis, began to explore his love for music. “I learned complete songs that showcased my vocal abilities,†he says. Billboard. To explore See the […]
[ad_1] Philadelphia-born Puerto Rican artist Luis Figueroa says all types of music surrounded his life growing up, from salsa and soul to R&B and beyond. It was then that an 11-year-old, Luis, began to explore his love for music. “I learned whole songs that showcased my vocal abilities,†he says. Billboard. To explore See the […]
[ad_1] During a pandemic, when the music world was rocked and live performances shut down, Chesca shone. In the past year alone, the Puerto Rican newcomer has collaborated with artists such as Pitbull, Arcangel and De La Ghetto; entered the Billboard graphics for the first time; was nominated for the Premio Lo Nuestro; and made […]
[ad_1] Kali Uchis is not a newcomer, but Sin Miedo (Del Amor and Otros Demonios), her latest album released in November and which features the rapidly rising track “TelepatÃa”, took her to uncharted territory. Score your very first # 1 on Billboard‘s Latin Pop Albums (chart dated March 6), the 13-track set is also his […]
[ad_1] The track from the new album – which oscillates between R&B, perreo, reggaeton and synth-pop – which struck a chord with her devoted fans is “TelepatÃa”, a dreamy, bilingual pop track produced by Tainy about feeling of loneliness and loneliness. wish to be able to make love telepathically. “I felt like the world was […]
[ad_1] Gabriel Mora Quintero may have skipped college classes, but on his debut album he made sure everyone knew school was in session. At Primer DÃa de Clases (First day of school), artists such as Lunay, Farruko, Jhay Cortez, Mariah among others are in attendance, joining forces with Puerto Rican singer-songwriter and producer Mora, who […]
[ad_1] “When I saw my name on the [Billboard] graphics, I honestly thought it was Photoshop, â€said Mora Billboard. “I thought someone was playing with my feelings. It was weird because I never imagined it could happen, but it was motivation and it kind of confirmed that I was on the right track. . “ […]
[ad_1] “When I saw my name on the [Billboard] graphics, I honestly thought it was Photoshop, â€said Mora Billboard. “I thought someone was playing with my feelings. It was weird because I never imagined it could happen, but it was motivation and it kind of confirmed that I was on the right track. . “ […]
[ad_1] “Thanks to sport, I made a lot of connections in the music industry,†he says. “I played basketball with Brytiago and Miky Woodz and around that time the Latin trap was developing. I make music, but I became known in the trap movement. In 2012, it went viral for the first time on Facebook […]
[ad_1] Juhn, born Jorge Jr. Hernandez Quiles in San Juan, Puerto Rico, discovered his love for music on the basketball court of the barrios. In his youth, he saw artists such as Daddy Yankee, Don Omar, and Nicky Jam pull baskets between studio sessions. To explore To explore Juhn See the latest videos, graphics and […]
[ad_1] “Thanks to sport, I made a lot of connections in the music industry,†he says. “I played basketball with Brytiago and Miky Woodz and around that time the Latin trap was developing. I make music, but I became known in the trap movement. In 2012, it went viral for the first time on Facebook […]
[ad_1] Growing up in a musical household, Cami learned to play the flute at age 6 and listened to everything her parents played. “I listened to all types of music and it helped me a lot in terms of motivation and inspiration,†she says. “I listened to classical, salsa, tango, folk, pretty much everything.” Believing […]
[ad_1] Growing up in a musical household, Cami learned to play the flute at age 6 and listened to everything her parents played. “I listened to all types of music and it helped me a lot in terms of motivation and inspiration,†she says. “I listened to classical, salsa, tango, folk, pretty much everything.” Believing […]
[ad_1] Born from a state of vulnerability, Cami’s Monstruo is a powerful pop-rock album with deep and painfully personal lyrics that touch on grief, lust and sorrow. The daring album allowed the emerging Chilean singer-songwriter with her first Grammy nomination: Monstruo is in the running for best Latin or alternative rock album against Fito Paez […]
[ad_1] With a suitcase full of dreams, heartfelt lyrics and appealing melodies from Banda, Grupo Firme has managed to find its way from the underground music scene to the Billboard graphics. The young Mexican regional group – made up of Eduin Caz, Abraham Hernandez, Johnny Caz, Joaquin Ruiz, Christian Gutierrez, Jose Rubio and Dylan Camacho […]
[ad_1] “We had to record music that way… throw a party, without planning, spontaneous, and it worked for us,†singer Eduin Caz said. Billboard. “’Juro Por Dios’, ‘Ni El Dinero, Ni Nada’ and ‘Pideme’ were our first songs to go viral. It was like magic. People sing our songs and recognize us on the streets, […]
[ad_1] After 12 years as a founding member of Piso 21, Llane officially launched his solo career at the end of 2019 and, despite the difficult global pandemic, continues to mark his territory in the music industry with his popetón beats (pop and urban). and melodious voice. To explore To explore Llane See the latest […]
[ad_1] “I was scared at first, but I try to make the best decisions for myself. I always put myself first and try to take care of my heart. It’s something I had to do for myself, â€he said. Billboard. “It was a chapter in my life that I am very proud of and it […]
[ad_1] “When I saw what Duki posted and listened to his music, I went crazy and signed it instantly,†said Federico LaurÃa, founder of Dale Play Records and manager of Nicki Nicole. “All of these artists come from the same place – the streets – but they all do something different.” Whether she wins the […]
[ad_1] Argentinian trap artist Nicki Nicole is shortlisted for Best New Artist at this year’s Latin Grammys, sharing the eclectic category with heavy hitter Anuel AA and fellow Argentinian trap artist Cazzu, among others. The nod highlights the 20-year-old newcomer, who is turning heads for her rapping skills and her R&B and Latino trap fusion. […]
[ad_1] Alvaro Diaz didn’t let a global health crisis stop him from working hard for his dreams. In fact, after starting the year with “Mera”, working with Tainy and Dalex, the Puerto Rican artist has continued to make music, which includes an important joint with Yandel. To explore See the latest videos, graphics and news […]
[ad_1] Diaz, who studied public relations at university, chose music as a hobby. But that all changed when he met famous reggaeton producer VÃctor “Tunes†Cabrera of Luny Tunes, who then introduced him to Tainy. “My first single was produced by Tainy,†he says of “Chicas de la Isla,†released in 2012. “It went viral […]
[ad_1] “We had a busy schedule for this year, but now everything is on hiatus and I took this moment to really plan my career, restructure my show and work on this new record,†said Fernández. His new album, scheduled for the end of the year, is a celebration of mariachi music with a mix […]
[ad_1] After launching his musical career in 2019, Juanfran, short for Juan Francisco, was ready to take on the world. Originally from Gran Canaria, one of Spain’s Canary Islands, the aspiring artist planned to expand his music to countries like Chile, Argentina, Canada and the United States. Suddenly everything came to a halt due to […]
[ad_1] “I am just a child from Gran Canaria”, he said Billboard. “I started singing when I was four, next to my dad who always sang at family celebrations, then I started writing my own music when I was 11.” With his sweet and crisp voice, Juanfran has captivated music lovers, bringing his romance to […]
[ad_1] Music has been a part of Carin Leon’s life for as long as he can remember. Today, at the age of 31, the Mexican singer-songwriter has positioned himself on the Billboard charts with his heartfelt norteño and banda music, becoming the Latin artist on the rise this week. To explore To explore Carin Leon […]
[ad_1] Her big breakthrough as a songwriter came after Becky G recorded her song “Dollar”, which peaked at No. 27 on BillboardHot Latin Songs (table dated November 1, 2019). “After writing ‘Dollar’ for Becky G it fundamentally changed my whole life. Now I was considered a distinguished Latin songwriter, which has never been very common […]
[ad_1] At age 11, rising Venezuelan singer-songwriter Elena Rose began writing poetry to express her emotions. “Whatever I felt or what I thought someone else was feeling, I wrote it down,†Rose said. Billboard. “While doing poetry, I started playing with rhymes and that’s when I got into songwriting. “ To explore To explore Elena […]
[ad_1] It was then that El Fantasma introduced AfinArte into the music of Los Dos Carnales and subsequently the label signed the group. “It was such a special time in our careers. When we heard thatfinArte wanted to sign us, I started browsing their social networks and realized we belonged there,†said Poncho. “We’re similar […]
[ad_1] Brothers Poncho Jr and Imanol Quezada have been performing for over 10 years now, performing in buses and markets and at local parties in their hometown of Coahuila, Mexico. But it wasn’t until last year that Los Dos Carnales got their big chance. The norteño group, made up of the Quezada brothers as lead […]
[ad_1] Pitizion was eventually discovered by record producer Andres Saavedra, who not only believed in her project, but also took her music to Universal Music Latin, where she officially signed in early 2019. “I’ll be honest: I’ve never seen this dream come true. I never imagined signing with a record company. I don’t know if […]
[ad_1] Pitizion had a promising 2020 ahead of her which included a music video with Greeicy and a tour with Alejandro Sanz as the opening act. But despite the current health crisis putting plans on hiatus, the emerging artist of Colombian descent has continued to create music and make her name known. To explore To […]
[ad_1] If there is one thing Jay Wheeler is proud to accomplish during the quarantine period, it is becoming a first-time owner. That, and the release of his second album Platonists, released on June 12 via Linked Music / EMPIRE. “I am a very responsible person,” he said Billboard. “I just bought my house in […]
[ad_1] “My love for music comes from my childhood,†he says. “My mom, dad and grandmother sang in church and I always watched musical movies. I played the piano in my church and started making all kinds of rhythms when I got my first computer. Although he loved music, Wheeler admits he was too shy […]
[ad_1] The name Eslabon Armado (“a united chain”) was given to them by Pedro and Brian’s father, which inspired Tovar to start writing in the first place. “My dad was helping this band when we lived in the Bay Area,†says Pedro. “He started to listen sierreña music [popular in the northern states of Mexico], […]
[ad_1] Recording their debut album live in a garage wasn’t ideal, but Eslabon Armado made it work and released a chart-topping album titled You Veneno mortal. The 10-set track released under DEL Records scored the Mexican-American trio’s first top 10 on Billboard‘s Top Latin Albums, arriving at # 9 as of May 16. To explore […]
[ad_1] As part of the urban corrido movement, meet Junior H (real name Antonio Herrera Perez), an emerging band that is making the rounds with their new album Atrapado in a Sueño (Trapped in a dream). At just 18, he is the youngest actor to achieve a top 10 on Billboard‘s Top Latin Albums chart […]
[ad_1] At 14, Junior learned to record music in a studio and gave up a few hip-hop songs until he was 15. After three years of learning and practicing the art of music, Junior had to start from scratch when his family moved to Utah. . “I learned to play the guitar on my own […]
[ad_1] “When I started writing and recording it was just because I wanted to express what I was feeling. I didn’t have a plan or anything like that. It kind of happened,†Ed shares. . The Chihuahua, Mexico native – who has gone viral on YouTube with some videos, like “Fuentes de Ortiz,†surpassing 40 […]
[ad_1] “I learn a lot about different cultures,†he says. Billboard from his experience on tour and in countries like Spain and Mexico for the first time. “Each time, there are more and more fans who feel my music. I love to write about things that are happening in Puerto Rico, and a lot of […]
Eduardo Hernández Saucedo, better known as Ed Maverick, is a self-taught musician. At 15, the Mexican singer-songwriter took to the Internet to learn how to play the guitar. “All of a sudden I realized that I was getting good at playing guitar and making progress after watching tutorials,” says Ed. Billboard. Two years later, he […]
[ad_1] She used this experience to fuel her desire to become well versed in the music industry, in order to pursue her dreams of creating the genre of music that touched her – artists like Celia Cruz, Bryan Adams and Selena Quintanilla. After researching the music schools that would offer him the best opportunities, Carvajal […]
[ad_1] “When I was 8, I took a picture with Daddy Yankee. Like any other fan who grew up listening to his music, I took a picture with him,†the Puerto Rican singer recounts. Billboard. “But I never imagined that years later I would be sung under his music label or that an artist like […]