Two vocal powerhouses just joined forces on the 2023 Latin Grammys stage. Música Mexicana star Christian Nodal and Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Kany García took the stage at the awards show to perform their cross-genre collaboration “La Siguiente.” García started her performance alone, while surrounded by a band. Then, Nodál joined …
Read More »Eladio Carrión Breaks Down the Most Unexpected Sounds From 'Sauce Boyz 2'
The Puerto Rican rapper Eladio Carrión released his debut album, Sauce Boyz, in the first weeks of 2020, stockpiling the 16-song LP with clever, comedic wordplay and sonic experiments that swerved from thudding, dramatic drill to caustic trap corridos. To the delight of his fans, he’s kept the franchise going …
Read More »Nicki Nicole Drops Freestyle During NPR's 'El Tiny' Concert Series
Argentine rapper and singer Nicki Nicole performed as a part of NPR‘s El Tiny (Home) concert series, an offshoot of Tiny Desk honoring Hispanic Heritage Month. The special video series features Latin artists. For the series, J Balvin recently performed on a barge in New York’s East River, and Camila Cabello …
Read More »Rauw Alejandro Moves Beyond Reggaeton on 'Vice Versa.' Will Other Latin Stars Do the Same?
In March, the Puerto Rican singer Rauw Alejandro played “Todo De Ti” for his label for the first time. While reggaeton loops served as the jet fuel that helped launch Spanish-language pop into global prominence during the 2010s, the drums in Alejandro’s new single are flat and square, landing on …
Read More »Cuco Takes a Dreamy Bike Ride in 'Forevermore' Video
Cuco takes a hazy adventure in the new video for “Forevermore.” The clip opens with the Chicano singer-songwriter walking through empty roads until a yellow bicycle materializes. He rides along, enjoying the scenery — until he realizes he’s pedaling, yet not necessarily going anywhere. Attractive women drive by, while hardcore …
Read More »Bad Bunny Belts Alt-Rock Break-Up Ballad 'Te Deseo Lo Mejor' on 'Corden'
Bad Bunny performed his new song, “Te Deseo Lo Mejor,” on The Late Late Show With James Corden, Wednesday, December 2nd. Bad Bunny recorded the performance in a small space with a patchwork curtain and glowing hanging lights. The intimate atmosphere perfectly fit the aching, alt-rock balladry of “Te Deseo …
Read More »Jennifer Lopez, Maluma Are Star-Crossed Lovers in 'Pa' Ti' and 'Lonely' Double Video
Jennifer Lopez and Maluma portray star-crossed lovers in their new double video for “Pa’ Ti” and “Lonely.” The clip opens with “Pa’ Ti.” In the visual, Lopez is a billionaire who’s living the lavish life, while Maluma serves as her bodyguard, as they sing in Spanish over seductive song vibes. …
Read More »RS Latin Music Picks: Week of August 17th
Could your weekend playlist use a little more seasoning? Rolling StoneLatinselects some of the best new music releases from Latin America, Spain and Portugal.Keep track of the latest in Latin via our playlist on Spotify. Maluma feat. Lenny Tavárez, Justin Quiles, “Parce” Surprise! Colombian singer-songwriter Maluma dropped his fifth studio …
Read More »Sebastián Yatra, Ricky Martin Give 'Falta Amor' a Soulful Revamp
Sebastián Yatra’s has joined forces with many a pop icon in his career, including the Jonas Brothers, Halsey and Juanes. On Thursday, the Colombian singer-songwriter made an unparalleled alliance with the original Latin crossover king: Ricky Martin. Together they draw an evocative duet from Yatra’s 2019 rock-pop tearjerker, “Falta Amor,” …
Read More »Rosalía Unveils Daring New Guitar Ballad 'Dolerme'
Rosalía has shared a new single, a guitar-driven ballad titled “Dolerme,” which translates to “hurt me” in English. The Spanish pop star unveiled the song on Tuesday with an accompanying lyric video, depicting her and a pet chihuahua in a blue bedroom. Lyrically, “Dolerme” describes the aftermath of a failed …
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