From profession milestones and new music releases to main bulletins and extra, Billboard editors spotlight the newest information buzz in Latin music each week. Right here’s what occurred within the Latin music world this week.
Karol G & Alicia Keys’ Particular Second Onstage
Karol G shocked followers in Bogotá, Colombia when she confirmed up onstage to carry out alongside Alicia Keys, who gave a present on the Movistar Enviornment on Might 11. Following Goyo’s opening set, Keys took the stage and was later joined by the “Mañana Será Bonito” singer to duet “No One.” Followers have been in for a deal with when these two artists joined forces. Watch the particular efficiency under:
A Poem by Shakira
Shakira launched a brand new single, “Acróstico” (acrostic), and it’s a robust open letter to her youngsters, Milan and Sasha. The track is a poetic composition constructed in order that the preliminary letter of every line of lyrics, taken consecutively, kind phrases.
Launched simply in time for Mom’s Day, Shakira makes use of her iconic sultry voice to showcase her uncooked, susceptible emotion on this stripped-down piano ballad, the place she expresses a mom’s deep and pure love for her youngsters. Acróstico” talks about how a mom can flip her ache into power by the love of her youngsters, and the way a caress from a son can uplift the soul. Extra data on the track right here.
GALE’s New Profession Milestone
This week, GALE sang the U.S. Nationwide Anthem to a crowd of almost 300,000 folks on the System One Miami Grand Prix that befell in Miami, Fla.—a primary in her profession. “I really feel like I can do something after this,” she expressed on her Instagram account. “I sang the Nationwide Anthem on the @f1 race. What a dream and an honor! Thanks for the love. I’ll always remember this second. De Puerto Rico pa’l mundo enterooo.” The highly effective efficiency by the Puerto Rican newcomer was aired reside on TV in over 140 counties. GALE documented the thrilling profession spotlight on social media. Watch it under:
Gibson Provides Again to Cuba
Gibson Provides has donated 52 guitars, along with strings, picks, and different musical tools, to profit college students on the Nationwide Faculty of the Arts in Cuba, the place entry to musical provides is proscribed. “At Gibson Provides, we’ve prolonged our world progress over the previous yr, even reaching corners of the world we by no means thought potential,” stated Dendy Jarrett, CEO of Gibson Provides in a press assertion. “After two years of negotiations, we’re excited to deliver much-needed music and tools for the primary time to younger folks in music and artwork faculties who’ve restricted provides. Cuban music and songwriting have a wealthy musical historical past and world influence; We’re delighted to do our bit to make sure that this custom continues to thrive with the following technology.” Gibson partnered with Derek Walker (Gibson Provides Goodwill Ambassador), who personally delivered the devices and tools. Gibson can also be anticipated to donate 100 extra Epiphone guitars to the varsity within the coming months.
First-Ever Latin Girls in Music
The inaugural version of the Billboard Latin Girls in Music is a wrap. Shakira, Thalia, Ana Gabriel, Evaluna Montaner, Goyo, Emilia and Maria Becerra have been honored as the primary class of the Billboard Latin Girls in Music on Saturday (Might 6) in Miami. From epic performances to emotional and poignant speeches, learn all of the highlights from the particular evening right here.
With Latin Girls in Music, Billboard and Telemundo intention to additional elevate Latin music globally and have fun the ladies who’ve made a concrete influence on Latin music by their inventive achievements, or by tangible, noteworthy actions which have introduced measurable recognition and alternative to girls, affecting optimistic change to the business as an entire.
