From profession milestones and new music releases to main bulletins and extra, Billboard editors spotlight the most recent information buzz in Latin music each week. Here’s what occurred in the Latin music world this week.
Emilio Estafan’s performing debut
Grammy-winning producer and musician Emilio Estefan has made his actoral debut in the recently-released Bezos: The Beginning, the place he performs Jeff Bezos’ father, Mike Bezos. Based off the e-book Zero to Hero, the film is a true-life story that chronicles Bezos’ journey to create Amazon and change into one the richest males in the world.
“Very happy to be a part of this movie and represent Mike Bezos, the father of Jeff Bezos,” Estefan wrote on social media. “Mike represents the unconditional love that a father has for his son and his family, the unique love that parents feel for their children. When they introduced me to the project, I loved it! I think they called me because of my accent but the reality is that I identified immediately with Mike.”
Bezos: The Beginning is now streaming on Amazon video.
Shakira on the Grammy Museum
Calling all Shakira followers!
The “Shakira, Shakira: The GRAMMY Museum Experience” exhibit is ready to go reside March 4 on the Recording Academy Grammy Museum in Los Angeles.
“It’s an honor to have the journey of my career displayed at the GRAMMY Museum,” Shakira mentioned in a press release. “These pieces are a testament to so many indelible moments that I cherish, and I’m so happy to be able to relive these memories with those who have and continue to support me as an artist.”
The information comes after the Colombian singer-songwriter hit No. 1 on Billboard‘s Hot Latin Songs chart (dated Jan. 28) with “Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53.” Shakira now ties with Bad Bunny for the fourth-most No. 1s total, each with 12.
Karol G’s new album is coming … quickly
Colombian star Karol G revealed Wednesday (Jan. 25) the title of her upcoming new album, which is ready to drop quickly. “Finally, finally,” she wrote on social media. “Today I announce a project that I’ve dedicated so much love and time to. I just know that for me and for everyone else, Mañana Será Bonito (Tomorrow Will Be Pretty).”
Mañana Será Bonito is the title of her extremely anticipated fourth studio album. It will comply with her 2021 Grammy-nominated KG0516, which scored Karol her first No. 1 on Billboard‘s Top Latin Albums. The set earned the most important week for a Latin album by a girl since Shakira‘s 2017 El Dorado.
Victor Manuelle to be honored at Premio Lo Nuestro
In recognition of Víctor Manuelle’s influence and affect in Latin music, the thirty fifth annual Premio Lo Nuestro will honor the salsa musician with the 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award on Feb. 23.
“The fact that I have been able to make a living from what I am so passionate about is very meaningful to me,” the Puerto Rican celebrity tells Billboard Español. “It’s very exciting to know that the award ceremony, which is a very important platform, decided to give me this recognition. It fills me with pride, and it is a sign of the effort of what I have wanted to represent in the salsa genre throughout my entire career.”
The full listing of Premio Lo Nuestro nominations was introduced Monday (Jan. 23), consisting of 192 artist nominees of numerous musical backgrounds throughout 39 classes. The ceremony will air reside on Thursday, Feb. 23, at 7 p.m. ET by way of Univision; it should simulcast on Galavisión in the U.S. and Canal 5 in Mexico.
J Balvin proclaims VR live performance
Meta and iHeartRadio have partnered to convey to life “J Balvin Futurum: A VR Concert Experience. Created particularly for VR, the 180-degree live performance expertise will supply state-of-the-art visuals and performances similar to a custom-built lighted stage, seven backup dancers and J Balvin strapped to a 15-foot robotic arm that strikes to the beat of the music.
The Colombian artist will carry out 17 of his largest hits, together with “La Canción,” I Like It” and “Mi Gente,” all of which hit No. 1 on the Billboard charts. The “J Balvin Futurum” present — which kicks off at 6 p.m. PT/9 p.m. ET on Feb. 17 — is a part of the iHeartRadio Concert Series in VR. Balvin joins earlier performers similar to John Legend, Carrie Underwood and Kim Petras.
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