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Yandel Makes History in Puerto Rico With the First Amazon Music City Sessions From the Island

Amazon Music is turning Puerto Rico into its newest live music stage, and lanched the island's first edition of Amazon Music City Sessions with Yandel, the hometown reggaetón pioneer whose career now stretches from urbano's club roots to orchestral reinvention.
(VIDEO) Bad Bunny Explains His 53-Year Met Gala Transformation

The Puerto Rican superstar, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, stunned the carpet Monday night at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York by appearing as an elderly version of himself.
Justin Bieber's SKYLRK Version of the Shark's ChillPill Came Out in Coachella and Is the Perfect Accessory for this Summer Music Festivals

Bieber teamed with Shark on a SKYLRK version of the ChillPill, a handheld fan and mister designed in a custom colorway tied to the brand.
Felipe Staiti, Enanitos Verdes Founder and Lead Guitarrist, Dead at 64

Felipe Staiti, the guitarist and co-founder who helped turn Enanitos Verdes into one of the defining bands of rock en español, has died at 64 in his hometown of Mendoza, Argentina.
Meet the Inductees for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's Class of 2026

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame unveiled its Class of 2026 on Monday, delivering a list full of heavyweight names, but for Latino music fans, the headline landed with two very different emotions. Celia Cruz is finally headed into the Cleveland institution, while Shakira, despite being one of this year's nominees, was left out of the final class. This year's performer inductees are Phil Collins, Billy Idol, Iron Maiden, Joy Division/New Order, Oasis, Sade, Luther Vandross and Wu-Tang Clan.
Christian Meier Mourns Through Music, Mexican Fusions and an Isolated California Hideaway - INTERVIEW

Peruvian superstar Christian Meier did not begin talking about his new album. Así es la ley with release dates or strategy. He began with loss and ended falling in love again with solitude and directing, far far away from the telenovelas that made him an icon among Latinos.
Christina Aguilera Fans in Mexico Outraged Over "Extremely Short" Concert and New Mexico Mix-Up and Ask for Government Involvement

MEXICO CITY - What was supposed to be a night of celebration for Mexican fans of Christina Aguilera ended up turning into a storm of criticism, memes and complaints to the Federal Consumer Protection Agency.
Oscars 2026 brings music back, but only partly, in a major shift for Best Original Song

The Oscars are changing their tune again in 2026. After the Academy scrapped live performances of the Best Original Song nominees at last year's ceremony, this year's telecast will bring music back to the stage, but in a more limited way. Instead of showcasing all five nominated songs live, the 98th Academy Awards will feature performances of only two.
Who Is Ivana Lisette Ortiz? New Details on the Suspect Accused of Shooting at Rihanna's Home

The woman police say opened fire at Rihanna's Los Angeles-area home on Sunday has been identified as Ivana Lisette Ortiz, a 35-year-old Florida resident now facing a charge of attempted murder. Authorities say the shooting happened in broad daylight at the singer's Beverly Crest property and that Rihanna was inside the home at the time. No injuries were reported, but investigators say at least one round struck the house.
Karla Souza Says Hollywood Needs to Learn from the Music Industry on How to Value Latino Artists

As Latin music continues to dominate global charts, stadium tours, and major cultural moments, Mexican actress Karla Souza argues that film and television remain stubbornly behind. The numbers, she says, tell the real story.
EXCLUSIVE -Karla Souza Reveals She Was Filming 56 Days When Her Brother, Former Menudo Member Adrián Olivares, Died, Shares Update on His Daughters

Karla Souza was in the middle of filming her new Prime Video series 56 Days when her family received devastating news. Her brother, Adrián Olivares, the only Mexican member of the iconic Latin pop group Menudo, had died.
Shakira Lands 2026 Rock Hall Nomination, Latin Stars Still Rare on the Ballot and Much More Among Inductees

Shakira just scored one of those career milestones that feels both overdue and strangely controversial in 2026: a first-time nomination for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The Hall announced its 2026 nominees on February 25.
New Rauw Alejandro and Jhayco Song Sparks Massive Reggaeton Beef: Cazzu, Christian Nodal and Bad Bunny Are in the Mix

It seems to be a never-ending story, one that everyone has an opinion on: the end of Cazzu and Christian Nodal's relationship. His hasty marriage to Ángela Aguilar and the Mexican artist's significant absence from the life of Inti, the daughter he had with Cazzu, have fueled the controversy. In recent days, the scandal has resurfaced, adding new players to the mix: Rauw Alejandro, Jhayco, Tainy, and Bad Bunny.
Kali Uchis and The Sincerely Tour Affected by Violence in Guadalajara After El Mencho Killing

A scheduled stop on Kali Uchis's The Sincerely Tour was abruptly canceled Feb. 22 as one of Mexico's most violent security episodes in years unfolded following the confirmed death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, the head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.
The 10 Narcoballads That Shaped the Legend of El Mencho

Long before Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes became a household name tied to cartel violence and international manhunts, his reputation was already circulating through a different channel: music. Here are the 10 narcoballads, or narcocorridos, dedicated to the deceased leader of the CJNG and his organization.
Willie Colón, Architect of Modern Salsa and One of Latin Music's Most Fearless Innovators, Dies at 75

Willie Colón, the visionary trombonist, composer, producer and bandleader who helped build the foundation of modern salsa and transformed Latin music into a global cultural force, died on February 21, 2026. He was 75. His family confirmed his death in a public statement, saying he passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones.
Premio Lo Nuestro 2026: All the Winners

These are the winners of the 44 categories for the 2026 edition of Premio Lo Nuestro, with Bad Bunny, Carín León, Myke Towers and Rauw Alejandro as the artists with the most nominations.
NEW POLL - Democrats and Independents Say that Bad Bunny Represents the U.S. Better than Trump: And Republicans?

A growing number of Americans believe Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny represents the United States better than President Donald Trump, according to a new poll released Friday by Yahoo and the research firm YouGov.
Jesaaelys Ayala González Announces Pregnancy Amid Ongoing Rift With Father Daddy Yankee

Jesaaelys Ayala González, the daughter of global reggaeton star Daddy Yankee, announced that she is expecting her first child, a deeply personal milestone that arrives during a period of visible strain in her relationship with her father.
Super Bowl 2026: A Real Wedding, Pedro Pascal and Karol G, and More You Missed in Bad Bunny's Halftime Show

Bad Bunny did not simply headline the Super Bowl halftime show. He turned it into a cultural statement that crossed borders, languages, and generations. In the most watched television event in the United States, the Puerto Rican artist used his 13 minutes onstage to deliver a message of unity across the Americas, joined by Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin, while a real wedding unfolded live in front of millions of viewers.
DJ Young Slade Dead at 27: Lil Jon's Son Found Dead After Days Missing Search

Rapper Lil Jon and his family are mourning the tragic death of his 27-year-old son, Nathan Smith, known professionally as DJ Young Slade, after authorities recovered a body believed to be his in a pond near the family's home in suburban Atlanta
The internet is convinced that Cardi B will sing with Bad Bunny at the Super Bowl halftime show: the story behind their song together and other artists who might join them.

The artists who perform at the Super Bowl halftime show often have guests, as Bad Bunny did in 2020 when the headliners were Jennifer Lopez and Shakira. Now everyone is wondering if he'll invite any of his collaborators and, if so, who they might be.
China Falls in Love with Bad Bunny: The Puerto Rican Star Reaches Number 1 as He Becomes the First Latino to Chart

Bad Bunny's week of glory continues after winning his historic Grammy for Album of the Year. The Puerto Rican artist became the first Latin artist to enter China's music charts, and he did so in spectacular fashion.
Bad Bunny Stands Up for Latinos at the Grammys With Message Against ICE and Hate

At the Grammys, Bad Bunny did more than walk a red carpet or accept nominations. He used the world's biggest music stage to speak directly to millions of Latinos who, he said, are living through fear, anger and uncertainty.
Grammys 2026: Karol G Teases Epic Coachella Show While Riding the Global Wave of Tropicoqueta

In a surprise moment at the 2026 Grammy Awards, Colombian superstar Karol G told the audience she's been rehearsing for her Coachella performance since last November and promised fans that her Indio set will give them "the best night of your life." The remarks fuel anticipation for what promises to be one of the most talked-about shows of the festival season.
How to Watch the Grammy Awards Live From Anywhere

The GRAMMYS 2026 edition arrives at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, with a competitive field led by Kendrick Lamar, who enters the night as one of the most nominated artists, followed closely by Bad Bunny, whose presence in top categories underscores the continued rise of Latin music within the Recording Academy.
Grammys 2026: All the Winners

The 2026 edition of the Grammys, music's biggest night, marked a new era for Latino artists, who started the night with historic nominations.
Lady Gaga used the stage at the MAYHEM Ball in Tokyo to deliver an emotional condemnation of ICE

Addressing the crowd midway through the show in Tokyo, Lady Gaga paused her set to reflect on what she described as the growing anxiety facing immigrant communities, particularly as she prepares to return to the United States.
Mexican President Sheinbaum Steps Into the BTS Frenzy, Asks South Korea for More Concerts After Sellouts and High Ticket Prices in México

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum said Monday that she has formally sent a letter to South Korea's president asking for additional concert dates from global K-pop sensation BTS after ticket demand in Mexico far outpaced supply.
All the Products Harry Styles Released With the Announcement of His New Album Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally, and Which Ones Have Already Sold Out

After a long wait, Harry Styles fans rushed to his website to buy the products released this Thursday, January 15, coinciding with the announcement that his third studio album, 'Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally', is about to hit the market.