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Shakira will perform at the Copa América final Sunday (July 14), CONMEBOL announced on Tuesday (July 9). It will be the first time that the Colombian hitmaker will perform at the oldest national soccer tournament. The artist will sing during halftime of the match, scheduled for 8 p.m. ET at the Hard Rock Stadium in […]
On July 6, Colombia’s national team scored a stunning 5-0 victory over Panama in the quarterfinals of the Conmebol Copa América 2024. Now, the Colombian team will face Uruguay on July 10 at 8pm ET at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC for a berth in the final and a chance to win the […]
Domelipa launched her music career in June with debut single “La Foto,” which will be followed by “Ese Vato,” her collaboration with Ozuna, Billboard can exclusively announce.
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The soon-to-be-released single, produced by Colombian hitmaker Ovy on the Drums, marks the first collaborative effort between the Mexican influencer-turned-singer and renowned Puerto Rican star. “Ese Vato” is a flirtatious, retro pop-rock tune that narrates the story of two people who really like each other but don’t want any titles. “I didn’t want anything, but you’re that guy I run to immediately when he calls,” goes the chorus.
“This is an incredible opportunity that helps both of us — Ozuna on the influencer side because it’s very popular right now, and me on the music side,” Domelipa tells Billboard. “It was cool being able to meet him and talk to him. I admire him a lot, and these are things that a young Dome wouldn’t believe yet.”
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“Ese Vato” is accompanied by a summer-inspired music video showcasing both artists navigating the waters of Miami in a yacht. It also marks Dome’s sophomore single following the captivating urban-pop track “La Foto” — both released under Sony Music Latin, her new record company.
“I’ve been creating music since two years ago, but this year just felt like the right timing to release it,” she explains. “Two years ago, I didn’t know how the music industry worked. I simply thought it was recording the music and uploading it on the internet, but it’s more complex than that. I needed a great team behind me and I’m happy that Sony supports me in my craziness.”
“Her ability to connect with younger generations and her impressive social media presence make her a formidable force in the music industry,” Alex Gallardo, president of Sony Music US Latin, notes in a press statement. “With her talent and dedication, we are confident that her music career will be as successful as her reach on digital platforms.”
Domelipa signing with Sony Latin Music.
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Born Dominik Elizabeth Reséndez Robledo in Monterrey, Mexico, Domelipa (a combination of her first name and Dua Lipa, whose music career she admires) has been building a solid fanbase on social media since her teen years; she currently boasts more than 75 million followers on TikTok and nearly 25 million on Instagram.
Now, at 22 years old, she’s ready to demonstrate her talents that go beyond being a social media presence.
“[My team at] Sony always tells me not to worry about the process or the numbers, but to enjoy the moment,” she notes. “Coming from the influencer world, I’m very concerned about the numbers, but now I have to focus on the people who follow me, follow me for my content and my music.”
As she prepares to launch her single with Ozuna and continues to discover her sound alongside producers such as Ovy on the Drums, Domelipa — who’s managed by Westwood Entertainment’s Jorge Juárez, who currently also manages Carin León — has the vision of her new musical era clear.
“I’m not only doing music to do music,” she shares. “The music that I’m creating has a significance in my head. I know that how I feel, many people might feel the same way and don’t know how to express it. My plan is that people can identify with my lyrics.”
Blessd and Ryan Castro — two of Colombia’s breakthrough urban stars — are hitting the road together in 2024, Billboard can exclusively announce.
The 15-date trek dubbed Ay Bendito Ghetto (named after their nicknames: Blessd’s “El Bendito” and Castro’s “El Cantante del Ghetto”) is powered by Touring the World and Seitrack US and will kick off Oct. 31st in San Jose, Calif. The tour will wrap in Atlanta on Dec. 1st after visiting key cities such as Los Angeles and Miami.
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“It was teamwork being able to do this tour,” Blessd tells Billboard. “It represents the union of both teams. Ryan and Blessd are the duo that’s not a duo but who everyone likes. I think it’s something that people are going to be surprised about and will like it.”
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“This has never happened in Colombia … two urban artists touring together,” Castro adds. “There’s a lot of ego in Colombia, but we have the fortune of being the first ones, and be an example for the new generation.”
The two former Billboard Latin Artist on the Rise musicians did a joint concert in Colombia in 2022, where Blessd performed his show, then Castro, and it ended with the two singing their various collaborations together. They plan on doing a similar show for the tour, where they also hope to invite special guests and sing their respective bangers such as “Jordan” and “Medallo.”
“The best part is that we’re going to have fun and demonstrate that there’s no ego, only union among the new generation,” Blessd notes. “We have very high expectations because we know what we’re capable of. We know we’re going to kick a– and represent our flag, how we do on the daily with our individual careers.”
Blessd is currently making the rounds with his Ovy on the Drums-produced single “Mirame” and joint EP with Maluma, 1 OF 1. Castro is promoting his debut studio album, El Cantante del Ghetto, and “El Ritmo Que Nos Une,” which has become Colombia’s official anthem during the 2024 Copa America.
Pre-sale tickets for the ¡Ay Bendito Ghetto! Tour go on sale at 10 a.m. local time on July 10 with thecode BENDITOGHETTO. General tickets go on sale Friday, July 12. Ticketing information is here; see the full list of concert dates below
Oct. 31 – San Jose, Calif. @ San Jose CivicNov. 2 – San Diego, Calif. @ Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air TheatreNov 3. – Los Angeles @ Peacock TheaterNov. 7 – Boston @ Wang TheatreNov. 8 – Reading, Penn. @ Santander ArenaNov. 9 – Rosemont, Ill. @ Rosemont TheatreNov. 10 – Houston @ 713 Music HallNov. 15 – Irving, Texas @ The Pavilion at Toyota Music FactoryNov. 17 – San Antonio, Texas @ Boeing CenterNov. 20 – Newark, N.J. @ Prudential CenterNov. 21 – Wallingford, Conn. @ Toyota Oakdale TheatreNov. 22 – Washington, D.C. @ EagleBank ArenaNov. 29 – Hollywood, Fla @ Hard Rock LiveNov. 30 – Orlando, Fla @ Hard Rock LiveDec. 1 – Atlanta @ Gas South Arena
The “Ay Bendito Ghetto” tour is brought to the U.S. by Globalatino Music Partners/Cigol Music/Dímelo Jara Company in representation of Blessd and AWOO Corp/WK Records/BC Management in representation of Ryan Castro.
Aitana’s latest single, “4TO 23,” has topped this week’s new music Latin poll. In a poll published on Friday (July 5) — in support of the weekly New Music Latin roundup and playlist, curated by Billboard Latin and Billboard Español editors — music fans voted for the Spanish pop star’s latest production as their favorite […]
Feid has wrapped his 2024 Ferxxocalipsis Tour with his first-ever stadium concert at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Fla., on Saturday (July 6).
The evening celebrations began as early as 6 p.m. ET as the venue live streamed the Copa America Colombia vs. Panama game via a large screen outside. Shortly after the match ended, where Colombia won 5-0 and qualified for the semi-finals, the official DJs of Perro Negro (a popular nightclub in Colombia) pumped up the crowd inside with a 40-minute set of pure reggaeton bangers.
At the venue, Feid offered fans the ultimate tour experience that went beyond nifty merch: there were themed photo booths, monster trucks, and even a karaoke corner.
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The Colombian artist officially kicked off his performance at 9:45 p.m. after a nearly three-minute cartoon-inspired intro, in which he told his fans to relax because “the show was about to start.”
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Wearing a black and neon green running vest, denim shorts and his signature white sunglasses, the artist sang “Alakran,” “50 Palos,” “Chimbita,” “Lady Mi Amor” and “Castigo.” “Hello, mor [love], how are you? We’re going to parchar [party] in Miami with el Ferxxo,” he said, greeting the packed venue.
Feid delivered nearly 40 of his hits, back-to-back, from “Bubalu” to “El Cielo” to “Prohibidox” to “Porfa” to “Feliz Cumpleaños, Ferxxo” to “Monastery” and beyond. The crowd’s reaction to each song was notable; a primarily Gen Z audience chanted every lyric at the top of their lungs, even the latest releases like “Brickell,” “Luces de Tecno” and “Sorry 4 That Much.”
The stage’s concept — which included 18 large LED panels, cartoon images and industrial stairs — took fans to Feid’s own imaginary city, one that’s dark and mysterious, but vibrant and thrilling. His fellow companions were guitarist Pedro Mejía, DJ SEBAXXSS and background singer Mariana, who’s also his cousin.
After two outfit changes, all following his green-and-white aesthetic, the Colombian act sang hits such as “Le Pido a Dios,” for which he was joined by surprise guest DJ Premier, “Normal,” “Ferxxo100,” “Hey Mor” and “Classy 101″ before closing the show five minutes past midnight with the EDM-influenced “Luna.”
“Good night, Miami. This is Ferxxo’s first stadium [show],” he reminded the crowd with a smile from ear-to-ear. “Thank you for being here tonight.”
Pepe Aguilar is all about tradition, Mexican pride and family, and that’s exactly what takes centerstage at his Jaripeo Hasta Los Huesos Tour.
With back-to-back performances by the Aguilar dynasty, including Antonio Aguilar Jr. (Pepe’s brother), and Leonardo and Ángela Aguilar (Pepe’s children), the show is an homage to the legendary Don Antonio Aguilar, who pioneered the jaripeo-style spectacle back in the ’60s alongside singer and actress Flor Silvestre, his wife and mother to Pepe and Antonio Jr.
“Antonio was a visionary,” Pepe said about his father on Friday, July 5, during a tour stop in Chicago’s Allstate Arena. “To present my family and culture in this way is honestly the best. I don’t do these shows for the money. It’s to honor my parents and pride for my culture.”
Pepe and his son Leonardo further honored Don Antonio by singing “Bandido de Amores,” his collaboration with another late legend, Joan Sebastian, originally recorded more than 30 years ago. The new version, included in Leonardo’s Soy Como Quiero Ser, a tribute album to Sebastian, most recently hit No. 1 on Billboard‘s Regional Mexican Airplay chart (dated July 6).
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Before singing it alongside Leonardo, Pepe explained the backstory of how the original collaboration came about. “My dad and Joan didn’t get along,” he said candidly. “But I made them get together for a song. I had to do it. I mean I really admired Joan and, well, Antonio was my dad. And now, 30 years later, I record it with my son, and now it’s No. 1 thanks to you all.”
Leonardo and Antonio Jr. each performed a set of approximately 30 minutes before Ángela took the stage to a roaring crowd, riding a majestic white horse as she wore a gorgeous, long black dress adorned with pink, orange and yellow flowers. She sang “Que Agonía” and the fan-favorite “Dime Como Quieres,” her collaboration with recently-confirmed boyfriend Christian Nodal. “I miss you, my love,” she said in the middle of the song.
Inspired by Mexico’s Día de Muertos, the three-hour show — with a 360-degree-style stage filled with altars, catrinas that come to life and colorful Mexican artesanía — features all four artists singing while horseback riding (no easy feat) and charros who literally risk their lives riding bulls. At one point, one of the Mexican cowboys was kicked by the bull he rode for a competition and had to be taken out on a stretcher. Pepe assured concertgoers he was “fine,” adding, “Thank God nothing major happened and we can go on with the show.”
Pepe was the last to take the stage and did it to a packed house filled with multi-generational families who applauded his commitment to put Mexican music, culture and tradition at the forefront of his shows. His children, who had performed him, watched their father from afar in admiration. “I promise to bring you a different show each year if you let me,” Pepe declared.
After an encore show in Chicago on Saturday (July 6), the Jaripeo Hasta Los Huesos Tour continues with two back-to-back stops in Los Angeles on July 13-14.
This week, Billboard’s New Music Latin roundup and playlist — curated by Billboard Latin and Billboard Español editors — features fresh new music from artists such as Tiago PZK, Christian Nodal, Aitana, Andres Cepeda and more.
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Argentine artist Tiago unleashed his sophomore album GOTTI A, home to 14 tracks that take fans through his profound journey of self-discovery. Executive produced by Tiago and Tatool, the album flaunts the artist’s versatility that navigates salsa (“Adicción”), merengue (“De Vuelta”), hip-hop (“I’m Blessed”), reggaeton (“Party BB”), cumbia (“Piel”) and electronic music (“RCP”). Notable collaborations on GOTTI A include Manuel Turizo, Nicki Nicole, Trueno and more.
“This album is very important to me because, in addition to being the second of my career, it brings together the diversity of my musical career as an artist and composer,” Tiago said in a press release.
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Meanwhile, Colombian artists Charlie Zaa and Kevin Roldan joined forces on “Por Una Vez.” Produced by Charlie Zaa’s son, AaronZaa, the track laces Charlie’s powerful ballad vocals with Roldan’s dulcet-but-raspier tones backed by a captivating salsa tune. Lyrically, the song “shows the frustration of not understanding the actions of those you love,” said the producer in a press statement.
Other standout releases this week include Aitana’s “4TO 23,” Christian Nodal’s “No Me 100to Bien,” Lunay’s “Gym” and more.
Last week, Colombian newcomer Deny K won the poll with “WOA,” a summer-friendly dembow in collaboration with Dominican artist Angel Dior. Who should win this week? Give these new releases a spin and vote on them below.
Which is your new favorite Latin music release?/¿Cuál es tu nuevo lanzamiento favorito de música latina?
New Music Latin is a compilation of the best new Latin songs and albums recommended by Billboard’s Latin and Billboard Español editors. Check out this week’s picks below.
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Tiago PZK, GOTTI A (Warner Music Latina)
Tiago PZK’s sophomore album is a profound journey of self-discovery, with 14 tracks that present a kind of debate between Tiago the star and his alter ego, Gotti A. Executive produced by Tiago and Tatool, the set — which includes a wide variety of rhythms and collaborations —also had Charlie Heat (Kanye West, Madonna, Travis Scott) and Yeti Beats (Doja Cat) among its producers.
Tiago gets our full attention from the first track “Todas las Estrellas,” in which he sings and raps about keeping his feet on the ground and knowing that fame is ephemeral. It is followed by “Adicción,” an unexpected salsa that shows the great versatility of the Argentine star, and the focus track “De Vuelta,” a stimulating merengue with Colombian singer Manuel Turizo. And that is not all. With Trueno, Tiago performs the hip-hop song “I’m Blessed,” with Justin Quiles the reggaeton “Party BB,” with Ke Personajes the cumbia “Piel,” with Duki EDM-infused “RCP,” and with Nicki Nicole the romantic R&B flavored “Cristal.” An additional track featuring Anitta and Emilia, “Alegría,” is listed as part of the album, but will be released in the coming weeks.
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Throughout GOTTI A, Tiago shines with his vocal and interpretive abilities and with sharp, introspective lyrics. The ballad “Griselda,” dedicated to his mother, is particularly emotional. And in “La Última,” which closes the album, he keeps us guessing by going from a mid-tempo reggaeton with a catchy chorus to a forceful trap. “This album is very important to me because, in addition to being the second of my career, it brings together the diversity of my musical career as an artist and composer,” Tiago PZK said in a press release. It is, without a doubt, a rich example of the maturity he has achieved both as a musician and as a human being. — SIGAL RATNER-ARIAS
Los Aptos, “Bonnie and Clyde” (VPS Music/Warner Music Latina)
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Los Aptos adapts the story of the infamous Great Depression bandits, Bonnie and Clyde, for a whole new generation. Powered by traditional regional Mexican instruments — like trombones, tololoche and acoustic guitars — and fused with elements of electronic music, the trio’s lead singer Juan Ortega uses his ethereal vocals to narrate their version of Bonnie and Clyde. “Baby tonight we’re Bonnie and Clyde,” he sings in the chorus over a synth bass. “There’s no law that can touch us, there’s nothing that can break our love.” In the music video, Ortega and the rest of his band members actually give life to government agents who are chasing the criminals. — GRISELDA FLORES
Charlie Zaa & Kevin Roldan, “Por Una Vez” (Zaa Platino/ONErpm)
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Charlie Zaa has reeled in Kevin Roldan for “Por Una Vez” (for once) — a captivating salsa fusion that showcases both Colombian artists in a new light. Produced by Charlie Zaa’s son, AaronZaa, the track laces Charlie’s powerful ballad vocals with Roldan’s dulcet-but-raspier tones. Lyrically, the song “shows the frustration of not understanding the actions of those you love,” expresses the producer in a press statement. “For once/I would like to be on the other side/I would like to be the one who hurts/And not who gets hurt,” they chant in the chorus. The official music video of “Por Una Vez” features the two artists joined by a live salsa band. — JESSICA ROIZ
Andrés Cepeda, “El Café” (Warner Music México)
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Andrés Cepeda releases a new song dedicated to kisses that are left pending. In his classic pop-rock style, “El Café” marks the beginning of the first release from his upcoming studio album Bogotá. The song’s lyrics tell a story of an unfinished love but also carry hope for a potential reunion to resolve what’s left pending. “To be able to return to the café, and even if it is many years later/ Come back to love you like the first time,” Cepeda sings in the chorus. — INGRID FAJARDO
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Eight teams are officially on their way to quarter finals at the 2024 Copa América Conmebol: Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Ecuador, Panama, Uruguay, and Venezuela. Argentina and Ecuador are set to play the first match at 9 p.m. ET on Thursday (July 4), followed by Venezuela and Canada at 9 p.m. ET on Friday (July […]