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During a routine process of conservation and digitization of tapes, Sony Music Mexico audio engineer Edson R. Heredia discovered “Ya No Pienso en Ti,” an unreleased track by José José, out Saturday (Sept. 28) exclusively through Spotify Singles, on the fifth anniversary of the beloved Mexican singer’s passing.
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“It was a magical moment,” says Heredia, who then set out to research more about the recording, finding that it was made on Nov. 9, 1978, in England, with David Hunt as the sound engineer and Tom Parker as the producer.
“Ya No Pienso en Ti” — which means “I No Longer Think of You” — is a heartfelt ballad about heartbreak in which José José, with his exquisite interpretative quality, sings about his recovery process after a breakup. “I’ve convinced myself that a long long time ago, I lost you/ I’ve resigned myself to not counting on your love’s support/ I’ve gotten used to not seeking you when I miss your warmth,” he sings in Spanish.
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For the release, Latin Grammy-winners Edson R. Heredia and Memo Gil did a new mix so that the voice of the dubbed Prince of Song could be revived in 2024 as a gift for his fans five years after his departure.
“These are the kinds of discoveries that they keep sending us from heaven,” actor and singer José Joel, the son of José José, exclusively tells Billboard Español. “It’s something very beautiful that allows us to continue remembering my father despite his passing. We are very grateful to the company (Sony Music Mexico) because they keep finding ways to perpetuate José José’s legacy.”
“We as a family also do it every year at the place where he grew up,” he adds. “This Sept. 28, we will be at Parque de la China, in the Clavería neighborhood of Mexico City, paying tribute with my mother Anel Noreña and me, along with the fans who have always supported us.”
José Joel, who is currently on tour in Mexico performing songs from his repertoire and that of his father — with whom he shares a great vocal resemblance — will sing for the first time at the event “Sangre de tu Sangre,” which he describes as a response to the unforgettable “La Fuerza de la Sangre” that father and son recorded for the 1994 album Grandeza Mexicana.
José José is undoubtedly one of the most important references in Spanish-language music. Known for hits like “El Triste,” “40 y 20” and “Amar y Querer,” he sold millions of records and filled iconic venues such as the Madison Square Garden and the Radio City Music Hall in New York City. Throughout his over 55 years career, he recorded 36 albums, released 30 greatest hits compilations, as well as conceptual projects.
His records sold, according to his label, more than 100 million copies, receiving multiple gold, platinum, and diamond certifications. He also received some of the most important awards in the industry, among them the Billboard Latin Music Lifetime Achievement Award in 2013, a Latin Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2004, and the Person of the Year Award of 2005 from the Latin Recording Academy. He also unveiled his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2004.
On the Billboard charts, he placed 20 hits on Hot Latin Songs, 13 of them in the top 10 and four at No. 1, including “Soy Así”, “Y Quién Puede Ser,” “Amnesia” and “Quién Como Tú,” which spent 10 weeks at the top in 1989. He also had 20 entries on Top Latin Albums, reaching the top 10 in 2003 with El Príncipe Con Trío Vol. 1, which peaked at No. 7.
The star, whose real name was José Rómulo Sosa Ortiz, died on Sept. 28, 2019, at the age of 71 after having confirmed in March 2017 that he was suffering from pancreatic cancer. His music continues to be a part of the lives of thousands of fans around the world, as evidenced by his 10 million monthly listeners on Spotify.
Listen to the newly released song by José José “Ya No Pienso en Ti” below:
Codiciado has launched the second leg of his Ando Enfocado tour, marking his first visit to the East Coast. The Mexican singer-songwriter is performing his heady repertoire since kicking off in 2016 with Grupo Codiciado. The songs ranges from “Ni Mis Padres Saben Qué Rollo,” to his solo fan-favorites like “Golpes de la Vida,” “Ando Enfocado, “Vamos Aclarando Muchas Cosas,” and a few classic covers, including Los Tiranos del Norte’s “Hasta La Piel Amarga.”
The tour’s first show took place on Friday (Sept. 27) at the 2,700-capacity Brooklyn Paramount in New York City. Accompanied by a nine-piece ensemble, including a brass section (a tuba and trumpets), guitarist, bassist, drummer, tololoche and an accordionist, Codiciado arrived to the stage wearing his characteristic durag, Adidas jumpsuit, and his huge sparkly diamond-encrusted chains. The Tijuana-born star opened with “Bélico el Asunto,” setting the tone for pure revelry and la belikeada.
Throughout his two hour set, which started at 8:45 p.m., Codiciado kept the Latin crowd, mostly Mexican — many of them lofting the Mexican flag — lit, spanning from his early hits with his previous band Grupo Codiciado with albums like 2018’s Miro Lo Que Otros No Miran to his 2023 solo album Golpes de la Vida, as well as collaborations with other artists.
He also passed out roses to the fans on the front row and flirted with the women in attendance. “I’m very sad,” he said, leaving the fans in suspense about what he was going to say next. “But there’s a problem, I’m married. So my wife doesn’t understand that I want to have many girlfriends. I really like the güeritas with blue eyes, and the blanquitas with black hair, and the morenitas with curly hair.” He then presumed to invite a batch of women on stage to dance with them, one by one, to the excitement of many females.
Codiciado continues his Ando Enfocado Tour until the end of October, followed by stops in Rosemont, Ill.; Houston; San Jose, Calif.; and wrapping in Reno, Nev.
Below, see the complete setlist from his first show in New York’s Brooklyn Paramount. The song list is subject to changes in each city.
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Metallica continued its tribute to Mexican bands during their trek in Mexico on Friday (Sept. 28). On their third of four shows in the capital city, the metal legends honored legendary rock band El Tri by performing a unique cover of their famous song “A.D.O.,” once again with bassist Robert Trujillo doing the vocals.
Just as last week, Trujillo and guitarist Kirk Hammett surprised the 65,000 spectators gathered at the GNP Seguros Stadium, according to figures from promoter Ocesa, with their own version of a classic from the Mexican popular songbook. On the first night (Sept. 20), Metallica paid tribute to the norteño music group Los Tucanes de Tijuana by playing the song “La Chona.” Two days later (Sept. 22), they honored the rock band Caifanes with their cumbia hit “La Negra Tomasa.”
“A.D.O.,” by the band led by veteran rocker Alex Lora, refers to the Autobuses de Oriente (ADO) central bus station, one of the largest in the country.
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“Mom, turn on the recorder because #Metallica is singing A.D.O. Long live rock and roll!” tweeted user @Orlas33 on X, paraphrasing Lora, along with a video of the moment.
On Sept. 21, during a private talk by photographer Ross Halfin with a group of Metallica fans attended by Trujillo and Hammett, the bass player of Mexican descent hinted at the possibility of including a song from El Tri as part of the covers they would perform during their shows in Mexico City.
With 55 years of history, El Tri is one of the pioneering bands in the Mexican and Latin American rock scene. It has sold more than 30 million records over the years, and has received four Grammy nominations for best latin rock album. In 2022, Lora received a Latin Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award.
Metallica’s history with Mexico began three decades ago with the tour of their 1991 self-titled album (often referred to as The Black Album), which included five dates at the Palacio de los Deportes in 1993. Since then, the band has maintained a very close relationship with the country, where they recorded their live DVD Orgullo, Pasión y Gloria (2009), which portrays three spectacular nights at the Foro Sol (today GNP Seguros Stadium) in June 2009.
Their fourth and final show in Mexico City as part of their M72 World Tour, which brought them back to the Latin American country after seven years of absence, is Sunday (Sept. 29).
From career milestones to new music releases to major announcements and those little important moments, Billboard editors highlight uplifting moments in Latin music. Here’s what happened in the Latin music world this week.
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Matisse Celebrate 10 Years
Matisse — composed of Melisa, Román, and Pablo — celebrated its 10th anniversary this week at the Auditorio Nacional in Mexico City, where they performed their hits such as “Todo Nada,” “Fuerte No Soy,” “Eres Tú,” “Luis Miguel” and “No Disponible,” to name a few. Pedro Capó and Isabel Lascuraín from Pandora were the night’s special guests. With the latter, the Mexican pop group performed the iconic 1985 hit “Como Te Va Mi Amor.” “It’s a dream we always had from the beginning,” Román said in a press statement. “When I passed in front of the National Auditorium, I thought: ‘someday, someday I’m going to be there, someday we’re going to fill it.’ Today we are here and we have achieved it.” The anniversary concert occurred just days after Matisse wrapped their 14-date debut U.S. Bella Nostalgia tour.
La Musa Awards 2024
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The Latin Songwriters Hall of Fame (LSHOF) announced its 2024 inductees and honorees to be recognized at the 2024 La Musa Awards on Nov. 12 in Miami. Hosted by Erika Ender, this year’s inductees are: Puerto Rican hitmaker Luny (real name: Francisco Saldana); Colombian producer & songwriter Julio Reyes Copello; and Mexican artist Saul Hernández of famed rock band Jaguares and Caifanes. The following artists will be honored with special awards: Draco Rosa (Living Legend Award); Ella Bric (La Musa Elena Casals Award); Kathy Spanberger (Ralph S. Peer Publisher Award); Luis Figueroa (Premio Triunfador); Luis Fonsi (Icon Award); Olga Guillot (La Musa Medal of Freedom, posthumous); and Gloria Estefan & the Miami Sound Machine’s “Conga” will be honored as The Song of All Time.
“Our mission is to elevate the voices of Latin music creators whose stories and songs have touched the hearts of millions around the world,” LSHOF chairman/CEO Rudy Perez said in a press statement. “This year’s inductees and honorees have not only defined Latin music but have also paved the way for future generations of songwriters. And we are proud that what was once an ambitious dream to establish this Latin Songwriters Hall of Fame and an annual awards ceremony….has not only become a reality but also a prestigious home for the best in our business.” For more information, click here.
Tainy’s Baby News
Earlier this week, Tainy (real name: Marcos Efraín Masís Fernández) revealed that he’s going to be a dad. The Latin hitmaker — known for creating some of Bad Bunny and Daddy Yankee’s biggest hits, among other reggaetón bangers — shared the news on his Instagram account in a joint post with his girlfriend, Yasi Ayala. A simple caption that reads, “3” shows two black-and-white photos of the couple. The first one is a close-up of both of their hands gracing Ayala’s baby bump. The second one a photo of the soon-to-be parents smiling. See the sweet baby announcement below.
Belinda & Anitta at Paris Fashion Week
Belinda and Anitta demonstrated a beautiful act of sisterhood during Paris Fashion Week. During the L’Oreal Paris Fashion Week show, where both artists strutted the catwalk, Belinda suffered a fall. She was able to gracefully recover thanks to the Brazilian artist, who helped her get up from the floor and even helped Belinda fix her outfit. “It doesn’t matter how many times you fall, what matters is how many times you get up. Thank you, Anitta,” the Mexican pop star immediately shared on her social media account following the incident.
Belinda is set speak at the 35th anniversary Billboard Latin Music Week, which will feature exclusive panels, conversations and performances by Latin music’s biggest stars. Tickets are available now here.
‘Tis the season for the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball tour!
The iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Lineup Announcement Party took place on Friday (Sept. 27) with The Kid LAROI and Dasha helping announce the official lineup for iHeartRadio 102.7 KIIS FM’s Jingle Ball in Los Angeles presented by Capital One. The duo performed at the celebration, as radio personality JoJo Wright listed off this year’s Jingle Ball LA stars.
The Los Angeles event, which will take place on Dec. 6 at the Intuit Dome, will include performances by SZA, Tate McRae, Meghan Trainor, Kane Brown, Benson Boone, Madison Beer, Shaboozey, T-Pain, Paris Hilton and NCT Dream.
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The Kid LAROI, of course, is excited to see his girlfriend McRae take the stage at the big event. “Maybe I’m biased,” he admits. “It feels wrong to say I’m most excited for anyone else!”
LAROI himself is also returning to the Jingle Ball tour for the third time, taking the stage in New York City, Boston, Washington, D.C. and Miami. “Good music always wins,” he says of this year’s variety of genres. “I’m a huge fan of everyone on the lineup.”
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Dasha agrees, and is personally very excited for country’s representation on this year’s lineup. “Finally!” jokes the rising country star, who will be taking the stage at the shows in Philadelphia, Dallas and Washington, D.C. “I feel like for a while people have viewed country music in a box, that it’s for bros in the South and that’s kind of it. There are a lot of up-and-coming artists have changed that narrative with songs that have traveled across the world and new perspectives and new stories. It’s relatable to different types of people now. With the power of social media and new artists, people are finally like, ‘Oh, s—, I’ve been missing out on this.”
She also really wants to get up close and personal with the fans during her performance. “I usually hop into the crowd during ‘Austin,’ so hopefully they let me,” she says. “A girl like me likes to get in the crowd.”
In addition to LA, the Jingle Ball tour will hit Dallas, Chicago, Detroit, New York City, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., Atlanta and Miami. See the full lineup list here. For those who can’t see the fun in person, the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour stops will be part of an exclusive network special on ABC, airing December 18, and available for streaming the next day on Hulu.
“The annual iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour has become the biggest holiday music event of the year featuring the hottest artists of the year playing their songs that went No. 1,” said John Sykes, president of entertainment enterprises for iHeartMedia and Tom Poleman, chief programming officer for iHeartMedia, said in a press statement. “We are thrilled to be back again with ABC to bring this year’s lineup to millions more fans across the country.”
The iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Capital One Cardholder Pre-Sale begins Tuesday, Oct. 1, at 10 a.m. local time and runs through Thursday, Oct. 3, at 10 a.m. local time, or while pre-sale supplies last. Pre-sale information and tickets will be available at iHeartRadio.com/CapitalOne. All other tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, Oct. 4, at noon local time and will be available at iHeartRadio.com/JingleBall.
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Otis Redding is about to get a little “Respect” – to borrow the title of one of his most famous compositions – from the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
The late soul music legend will be honored posthumously with a star on Friday, Oct. 4, at 11:30 a.m. PT at 6150 Hollywood Blvd. Redding’s star is in the category of live theatre/live performance.
Five-time Grammy-winning producer (and previous Walk of Fame honoree) Jimmy Jam will emcee the star ceremony. Killer Mike, who won three Grammys in the rap field in February, will speak. Accepting the award will be the singer’s daughter, Karla Redding-Andrews.
“The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is honored to dedicate a star to the legendary Otis Redding, whose music continues to inspire generations,” Ana Martinez, producer of the Walk of Fame ceremonies, said in a statement.
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Redding has long been regarded as one of the greatest soul singers in popular music history. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1989, the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1994 and received a lifetime achievement award from the Recording Academy in 1999. Three of his recordings are in the Grammy Hall of Fame – his 1965 hit “I’ve Been Loving You Too Long (to Stop Now),” his 1967 reinvention of the 1933 pop standard “Try a Little Tenderness” and his deeply moving 1968 classic “(Sittin’ on) the Dock of the Bay.” Aretha Franklin’s classic 1967 version of “Respect,” which Redding wrote and had the initial hit with in 1965, is also in the Grammy Hall.
Redding had a volley of hits between 1964 and 1967. He even played at the Monterey International Pop Festival in June 1967. But less than six months later, on Dec. 10, 1967, he died in a plane crash in Madison, Wisc. en route to a concert. He was just 26.
The first sign that his music would live on came when “(Sittin’ on) the Dock of the Bay” shot to No. 1 in early 1968 on both the Billboard Hot 100 and Top Selling R&B Singles (as the chart was then called). Redding also had a pair of top 10 albums on the Billboard 200 in the spring of 1968 – History of Otis Redding and The Dock of the Bay. In early 1969, “Dock of the Bay” won two Grammys – best rhythm & blues song and best rhythm & blues vocal performance, male.
Redding’s influence continues through the work of the Otis Redding Foundation, ran by his widow Zelma and daughter Karla Redding-Andrews, which seeks to preserve his legacy through empowering music education for all youth.
The star ceremony will be streamed live at WalkOfFame.com.
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