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Premio Lo Nuestro is just around the corner, and Billboard was backstage at rehearsals catching up with some of the artists set to walk the carpet and take center stage live from Miami on Thursday night.
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The 2024 nominations are led by Maluma with 14 nods, followed by Peso Pluma (13), Grupo Frontera (10) and, with nine each, Karol G and Feid. Ana Barbara, Don Omar and Olga Tañon will receive this year’s Premio Lo Nuestro a la Trayectoria, Global Icon and Premio Lo Nuestro a la Excelencia special awards, respectively.
The 2024 awards ceremony will be co-hosted by Galilea Montijo, Clarissa Moline and Angélica Vale and will air live at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday via Univision.
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Below, check out some of the best highlights from the rehearsals on Tuesday and Wednesday (Feb. 21).
Ana Barbara’s Career Celebration
Ahead of receiving the 2024 Premio Lo Nuestro a la Trayectoria award, Ana Bárbara revealed how she prepared for the exciting medley of hits she will perform Thursday night. “We sat down as a team and asked ourselves what we wanted to share in terms of emotions, in terms of rhythm and songs,” she notes. “After thinking about it a lot, they chose one from each era that was written by different composers […] and came up with that cocktail of songs that will take us to different dimensions.”
Gente de Zona announce new album
Though Alexander Delgado and Randy Malcom are releasing solo music, the Cuban artists known as the duo Gente de Zona arrived together to rehearsals promoting their upcoming project and to assure that they are not separating. In fact, an album is in the works, filled with positive and feel-good music.
“It’s the type of content that made Gente de Zona an international duo,” Malcom notes. “I think there are many problems in the world. Social media has caused well-being but also many problems. It’s about enjoying the moment, enjoying life and time, which is what you can’t buy.”
Delgado adds: “This album is a lot of fun with the Gente de Zona stamp. We are very happy and we hope you all enjoy it.” The duo has yet to reveal the release date but promise that their special performance on Thursday will be a preview of what fans can expect.
Wisin Enters the Música Mexicana Realm
Backstage, Wisin revealed that his new single dropping this week is called “Un Shot” alongside Gabito Ballesteros — further proving that urban and Mexican music are the perfect match. “For us urban artists, it was a dream to enter Mexico and receive the support of all Mexicans,” the reggaeton star says. “More than a fusion with Gabito Ballestero and a rich song, musically speaking, it is a tribute to the people of Mexico and a way to enter their world and let them know that we respect what they do, respect their music.” The music video, Wisin notes, was filmed in Puerto Rico.
Banda MS’ Biggest Tour Secret
Banda MS has paused their tour to attend the 2024 Premio Lo Nuestro, where they are five-time nominees and will also have a special performance. After their Premios commitment, they will hit the road again, which had us wondering: What’s their biggest secret to having so much energy on tour?
“It’s the discipline, the desire to keep growing, the desire to go ahead, our family, our fans. All of that, and more, injects you with a lot of adrenaline, a lot of energy,” vocalist Alan Ramírez explains.
“Banda music has something very peculiar…most of the bands were born on the street,” vocalist Oswaldo “Walo” Carreón adds. “We are the bands that go to the restaurants, the cantinas, trying to get clients. I’ve personally performed 20 hours in a day… and all that suits you is giving resistance. So the three-hour show seems like a breeze.”
Los Ilegales celebrate 30 years
Los Ilegales are ready to inject viewers on Thursday with the ultimate throwback performance — and what better timing than on the year of their 30th anniversary? “It’s a gift from God who allows us to live our 30th anniversary,” lead singer Vladimir Dotel tells Billboard. “It’s also the discipline, the love for our career that allows us to be with you. If it weren’t for that, we wouldn’t be here. We’ve been awarded for our unattainable work and that is why we promise to literally rock the stage.” The Dominican group also remembered the first time they attended Premio Lo Nuestro in 1996, where they won new artist of the year.
Ilegales at rehearsals for Premio Lo Nuestro.
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After joining forces with Keith Urban for the new Zorro series soundtrack, Carin León continues tapping into the country music realm by teaming up with Kane Brown for his next collaboration, Billboard can reveal.
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Marking León and Brown’s first collaborative effort, the pair will premiere their new single “The One (Pero No Como Yo)” on Thursday, Feb. 22, at 2024 Premio Lo Nuestro. The title indicates the song will be a heartfelt Spanglish bop. This also marks Brown’s second Latin effort after dropping “Lost in the Middle of Nowhere” with Becky G in 2019.
“After I recorded the song with Carin, he invited me to join him at the awards show to do the performance,” Brown tells Billboard exclusively. “I have never attended Premio Lo Nuestro, so I’m a little nervous and very excited … I see so many similarities between our fans and I’m incredibly grateful to be able to share my style of music with his fans and share Carin’s style of music with my fans.”
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Nominations for the 2024 awards ceremony were revealed in January, with 14-time nominee Maluma leading the pack. He’s followed by Peso Pluma (13), Grupo Frontera (10) and, with nine each, Karol G and Feid. Each of the leading artists are up for the coveted Premio Lo Nuestro artist of the year prize alongside the other top nominees, including León, Bad Bunny, Camilo, Ozuna and Shakira.
Meanwhile, Ana Barbara, Don Omar and Olga Tañon will receive this year’s Premio Lo Nuestro a la Trayectoria, Global Icon and Premio Lo Nuestro a la Excelencia special awards, respectively.
Co-hosted by Galilea Montijo, Clarissa Moline and Angélica Vale, the 2024 Premio Lo Nuestro will air live from Miami at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, Feb. 22, via Univision.
Univision unveiled that Ana Barbara, Don Omar, and Olga Tañon will receive special awards at the 2024 Premio Lo Nuestro, Billboard can exclusively announce. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Recognized for her thirty-year career and her ongoing contributions to the música Mexicana genre, singer-songwriter Ana Barbara will […]
The 2024 Premio Lo Nuestro nominations have been unveiled, and Maluma leads the pack with 14 nods. He’s followed by Peso Pluma (13), Grupo Frontera (10) and, with nine each, Karol G and Feid.
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All artists are up for the coveted Premio Lo Nuestro artist of the year prize alongside the other top nominees: Bad Bunny, Camilo, Carin León, Ozuna and Shakira.
With this year’s theme being “El Poder de Lo Nuestro” (the power of ours), the fan-voted awards recognize 180 artists across 38 categories, including tropical, urban, pop and música Mexicana.
The nominees are selected through a partnership with Uforia, which takes into account airtime on Univision Radio and information related to digital streaming, as well as evaluations from the Television Committee composed of music and industry experts.
Co-hosted by Galilea Montijo, Clarissa Moline, and Angélica Vale, the 2024 Premio Lo Nuestro will air live from Miami, Fla. at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, Feb. 22 via Univision.
Fans can vote for their favorite artists from today (Jan. 22) until Feb. 4 on www.premiolonuestro.com. See the complete list of nominees below:
Premio Lo Nuestro Artist of the Year
Bad BunnyCamiloCarin LeónFeidGrupo FronteraKarol GMalumaOzunaPeso PlumaShakira
Song of the Year
“Ambulancia” – Camilo & Camila Cabello“Shakira: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53” – Bizarrap & Shakira“Despechá” – Rosalía“Ella Baila Sola” – Eslabon Armado & Peso Pluma“Lala” – Myke Towers“Me Enrd” – Prince Royce“Nunca Y Pico” – Yandel, Maluma & Eladio Carrión“Sé Que Estás Con Él” – Silvestre Dangond, Reik & Boza“Un X100to” – Grupo Frontera & Bad Bunny“¿Y Qué Tal Si Funciona?” – Yuridia & Banda Ms De Sergio Lizárraga
Album of the Year
Colmillo De Leche – Carin LeónDon Juan – MalumaEl Comienzo – Grupo FronteraEscalona Nunca Se Había Grabado Así – Carlos VivesFeliz Cumpleaños Ferxxo Te Pirateamos El Álbum – FeidFórmula, Vol. 3 – Romeo SantosGénesis – Peso PlumaHaashtag – Ha*AshMañana Será Bonito – Karol GPlaya Saturno – Rauw Alejandro
Remix of the Year
“La Bebe Remix” – Yng Lvcas & Peso Pluma“Podemos Repetirlo Remix” – Don Omar, Chencho Corleone & Anuel AA“Polaris Remix” – Saiko, Quevedo, Feid & Mora“Quédate” – Tiësto Remix – Bizarrap & Tiësto“Una Noche En Medellín Remix” – Karol G, Cris Mj & Ryan Castro
New Artist Male
BeéleChristian AliceaDei VMichelle MacielMilo JOmar CourtzPeso PlumaRels BSaikoYng Lvcas
New Artist FemaleGaleJ NoaJoaquinaKenia OsLa JoaquiLudmillaPaoPaoSnow Tha Product
Mexican Music – New Artist Group or Duo
Conexión DivinaEslabon ArmadoFuerza RegidaGrupo FronteraLos EsquivelMarca MP
“Crossover” Collaboration of the Year
“Bailar Contigo” – Black Eyed Peas & Daddy Yankee“Dientes” – J Balvin, Usher & Dj Khaled“El Vibe” – Farina & Sean Paul“Jumpin” – Pitbull & Lil Jon“Let’s Get Crazy! (Mambo Drop)” – Don Omar & Lil Jon“Ojalá” – The Rudeboyz, Maluma & Adam Levine“Somos Iguales” – Ozuna, Tokischa, Louchie Lou & Michie One“The Reason (Latin Version)” – Jonathan Moly & Hoobastank
The Perfect Mix of the Year
“Alaska” – Camilo & Grupo Firme“Amor Clandestino” – Maná & Eden Muñoz“Chanel” – Becky G & Peso Pluma“Como El Viento” – Luis R Conriquez & Nicky Jam“El Amor De Mi Vida” – Los Ángeles Azules & Maria Becerra“El Pañuelo” – Romeo Santos & Rosalía“La Siguiente” – Kany García & Christian Nodal“Peso Pluma: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 55” – Bizarrap & Peso Pluma“Según Quién” – Maluma & Carin León“Un X100to” – Grupo Frontera & Bad Bunny
Tour of the Year
Fórmula Vol.3 Tour – Romeo SantosLuis Miguel Tour 2023 – Luis MiguelMañana Será Bonito Tour – Karol GSaturno World Tour – Rauw AlejandroSoy Rebelde Tour – Rbd
Urban – Male Artist Of The Year
ArcángelBad BunnyDaddy YankeeEladio CarriónFeidMyke TowersOzunaRauw AlejandroRyan CastroYandel
Urban – Female Artist Of The Year
AnittaBecky GChescaKarol GMaria BecerraNatti NatashaNicki NicolePaopaoVillano AntillanoYoung Miko
Urban – Song of the Year
“Besos Moja2” – Wisin Y Yandel & Rosalía“Classy 101” – Feid & Young Miko“Instagram” – Blessd“Lala” – Myke Towers“Mas Rica Que Ayer” – Anuel AA, Mambo Kingz & Dj Luian“Necesidad” – Venesti“Panties Y Brasieres” – Rauw Alejandro & Daddy Yankee“Un Cigarrillo” – Chencho Corleone“Where She Goes” – Bad Bunny“Yandel 150” – Yandel & Feid
Urban – Collaboration of the Year
“Gatúbela” – Karol G & Maldy“Hey Mor” – Ozuna & Feid“La Bebe Remix” – Yng Lvcas & Peso Pluma“La Jumpa” – Arcángel & Bad Bunny“Lokera” – Rauw Alejandro, Lyanno & Brray“Mi Exxx” – Wisin & Anuel AA“Nunca Y Pico” – Yandel, Maluma & Eladio Carrión“Podemos Repetirlo” – Don Omar & Chencho Corleone“Te Kiero Ver” – Paopao & Jay Wheeler“Ulala” – Myke Towers & Daddy Yankee
Urban – Album Of The Year
3MEN2 KBRN – Eladio CarriónFeliz Cumpleaños Ferxxo Te Pirateamos El Álbum – FeidLa Nena De Argentina – Maria BecerraLa Sustancia X – Villano AntillanoLa Vida Es Una – Myke TowersLLNM2 – Anuel AAMañana Será Bonito – Karol GOzutochi – OzunaPlaya Saturno – Rauw AlejandroResistencia – Yandel
Pop – Male Artist of the Year
CamiloCarlos RiveraLassoLuis FonsiMalumaManuel MedranoManuel TurizoPedro CapóRicky MartinSebastián Yatra
Pop – Female Artist of the Year
AitanaEmiliaGloria TreviKany GarcíaKenia OsLaura PausiniRosalíaShakiraThaliaTini
Pop – Group or Duo of the Year
CamilaHa*AshPiso 21RBDReik
Pop – Song of the Year
“A Mi Lado” – Reik & Rusherking“Coco Loco” – Maluma“Como Tú Y Yo” – Chayanne“Fugitivos” – Camila“La Falta Que Me Haces” – Natti Natasha“La Última Canción” – CNCO“Mi Salida Contigo” – Ha*Ash & Kenia Os“Sincerándome” – Carlos Rivera“Una Noche Sin Pensar” – Sebastián Yatra“Volver A Casa” – Pedro Capó
Pop/Ballad – Song of the Year
“Hey” – Ana Isabelle“Te Acuerdas” – Ha*Ash & Reik“Tu Salida “- Christian Daniel“Un Buen Inicio” – Laura Pausini“Yo No Fumo” – Ricardo Montaner & Carlos Rivera
Pop/Urban – Album of the Year
2000 – Manuel TurizoCupido – TiniDesgenerados Mixtape – Mau Y RickyDon Juan – MalumaEva – LassoHaashtag – Ha*AshLa Neta – Pedro CapóMi Soundtrack Vol.1 – Gloria TreviSincerándome – Carlos RiveraThalia’s Mixtape – Thalia
Pop-Urban – Collaboration Of The Year
“Berlin” – Zion & Lennox & Maria Becerra“Beso” – Rosalía & Rauw Alejandro“Easy” – Chesca & Dalex“Esta Vida” – Marshmello & Farruko“La Loto” – Tini, Becky G & Anitta“Los Cachos” – Piso 21 & Manuel Turizo“Sé Que Estás Con Él” – Silvestre Dangond, Reik & Boza“Shakira: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53” – Bizarrap & Shakira“Tu Recuerdo” – Wisin, Emilia, & Lyanno“Vagabundo” – Sebastián Yatra, Manuel Turizo & Beéle
Pop-Urban – Song of the Year
“5 Estrellas” – Reik & Sech“Columbia” – Quevedo“Éxtasis” – Manuel Turizo & Maria Becerra“Junio” – Maluma“Niña Bonita” – Feid & Sean Paul“No_se_ve.Mp3” – Emilia, Ludmilla & Zecca“Pasa_je_ro” – Farruko“To’ Esto Es Tuyo” – Natti Natasha“TQG” – Karol G & Shakira“Tucu” – Ozuna & Amarion
Pop-Urban/Dance – Song of the Year
“Berlin” – Zion & Lennox & Maria Becerra“Café Con Leche” – Pitbull“Celular” – Nicky Jam, Maluma & The Chainsmokers“Esta Vida” – Marshmello & Farruko“Let’s Get Crazy! (Mambo Drop)” – Don Omar & Lil Jon“Tá Ok Remix” – Dennis, Mc Kevin O Chris, Maluma & Karol G
Tropical – Artist of the Year
Aymée NuviolaCarlos VivesJuan Luis GuerraLuis FigueroaMarc AnthonyOlga TañónPrince RoyceRomeo SantosSilvestre DangondVíctor Manuelle
Tropical – Song of the Year
“Bailando Bachata” – Chayanne“Decidí Tener Pantalones” – Víctor Manuelle“Me Enrd” – Prince Royce“Solo Conmigo” – Romeo Santos“Vienes” – Luis Figueroa“Yo Le Mentí” – Marc Anthony
Tropical – Collaboration of the Year
“Ambulancia” – Camilo & Camila Cabello“El Merengue” – Marshmello & Manuel Turizo“El Pañuelo” – Romeo Santos & Rosalía“La Fórmula” – Maluma & Marc Anthony“Las Mujeres” – Carlos Vives & Juanes“Si Tú Me Quieres” – Fonseca & Juan Luis Guerral
Tropical – Album of the Year
Bachata En Vivo, Vol. 2 – Elvis MartinezCanciones Del Corazón – Olga TañónCatarsis – Daniela DarcourtEl Swing Del Gran Combo – El Gran Combo De Puerto RicoEscalona Nunca Se Había Grabado Así – Carlos VivesFórmula, Vol. 3 – Romeo SantosIntruso – Silvestre DangondMetamorfosis – Jonathan MolyVoy A Ti – Luis FigueroaYo – Christian Alicea
Mexican Music – Male Artist of the Year
Alejandro FernándezAlfredo OlivasCarin LeónChristian NodalEden MuñozJunior HLenin RamírezLuis R ConriquezPepe AguilarPeso Pluma
Mexican Music – Female Artist of the Year
Ana BárbaraÁngela AguilarChiquisMajo AguilarYuridia
Mexican Music – Song of the Year
“Alaska” – Camilo & Grupo Firme“Ella Baila Sola” – Eslabon Armado & Peso Pluma“Eres Ese Algo” – La Maquinaria Norteña“Indispensable” – Carin León“Inexperto En Olvidarte” – Alejandro Fernández“Ni Con Labios Prestados” – Alfredo Olivas“No Se Va (En Vivo)” – Grupo Frontera“Tú Y Tú” – Los Ángeles Azules, Cazzu & Santa Fe Klan“Un Cumbión Dolido” – Christian Nodal“¿Y Qué Tal Si Funciona?” – Yuridia & Banda Ms De Sergio Lizárraga
Mexican Music – Collaboration of the Year
“Alaska” – Camilo & Grupo Firme“Bebe Dame” – Fuerza Regida & Grupo Frontera“Ella Baila Sola” – Eslabon Armado & Peso Pluma“La Patrona” – Edwin Luna Y La Trakalosa De Monterrey & Leandro Ríos“No Me Hablen De Amor” – Pepe Aguilar & Intocable“Qué Agonía” – Yuridia & Ángela Aguilar“Se Acabó (En Vivo)” – Lenin Ramírez, Fuerza Regida & Banda Renovación“Según Quién” – Maluma & Carin León“Si Ya Hiciste El Mal” – Luis R Conriquez & Jessi Uribe“Solo Que Lo Dudes” – Banda Ms De Sergio Lizárraga & Yahritza Y Su Esencia
Mexican Music – Group or Duo of the Year
Banda Los RecoditosBanda Ms De Sergio LizárragaCalibre 50Eslabon ArmadoFuerza RegidaGrupo FirmeGrupo FronteraIntocableLa Maquinaria NorteñaLos Ángeles Azules
Banda Song Of The Year
“Al Ver Que Te Vas” – Banda El Recodo“Amor Pasajero” – Los Plebes Del Rancho De Ariel Camacho“Calidad” – Grupo Firme & Luis Mexia“Fuerte No Soy” – Banda Los Recodito“La Patrona” – Edwin Luna Y La Trakalosa De Monterrey & Leandro Ríos“Se Acabó (En Vivo)” – Lenin Ramírez, Fuerza Regida & Banda Renovación“Se Manda Sola” – La Adictiva“Si Ya Hiciste El Mal” – Luis R Conriquez & Jessi Uribe“Soldado Caído” – El Fantasma“¿Y Qué Tal Si Funciona?” – Yuridia & Banda Ms De Sergio Lizárraga
Mariachi/Ranchera Song of the Year
“Canción Para Olvidarte” – Majo Aguilar“Difícil Tu Caso” – Alejandro Fernández“La Jugada” – Ana Bárbara & Vicente Fernández“No Puedo No Caer” – Leonardo Aguilar“Qué Agonía” – Yuridia & Ángela Aguilar“Sólo Muere Si Se Olvida” – Adriel Favela & Kurt“Un Cumbión Dolido” – Christian Nodal
Norteño Song of the Year
“Beses A Quien Beses” – La Fiera De Ojinaga“Cuéntame” – Los Rieleros Del Norte“Dirección Equivocada” – Calibre 50“Eres Ese Algo” – La Maquinaria Norteña 5. Indispensable – Carin León“Ni Con Labios Prestados” – Alfredo Olivas“Ni Volviendo A Nacer” – Eden Muñoz“No Me Hablen De Amor” – Pepe Aguilar & Intocable“Que Te Vaya Bien” – Julión Álvarez Y Su Norteño Banda“Se Me Soltó El Hocico” – Los Dos Carnales
Mexican Music Fusion of the Year
“Cambio De Canción” – Conexión Divina“Ella Baila Sola “- Eslabon Armado & Peso Pluma“Fin De Semana” – Oscar Maydon & Junior H“Frágil” – Yahritza Y Su Esencia & Grupo Frontera“Mírate Nomás” – Ulices Chaidez
Mexican Music – Album of the Year
Bordado A Mano – Ana BárbaraColmillo De Leche – Carin LeónConsejos Gratis – Eden MuñozCumbia Del Corazón – Los Ángeles AzulesDesvelado – Eslabon ArmadoEl Comienzo – Grupo FronteraForajido EP2 – Christian NodalGénesis – Peso PlumaPa Que Hablen – Fuerza RegidaPa’ Luego Es Tarde – Yuridia
Mexican power couple Kimberly Loaiza and JD Pantoja, who’ve been together since 2012 and have two children together, had a lot to celebrate at the 2023 Premio Lo Nuestro on Thursday night (Feb. 23).
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“I feel very proud,” Loaiza said of her new female artist nomination. “My fans, Las Linduras, were the ones to give me the news. They’re always paying attention to everything. When I got the news, I thought, ‘Wow, I can’t believe it.’” (Later in the night, Loaiza won the award, where she was up against strong contenders including Tokischa, Lola Indigo, Corina Smith, Young Miko, Lola Indigo and many more.)
On the carpet, the couple shared exclusive news about their upcoming music projects.
“We’ve got news — it’s kind of bad for the fans, but we’re going to release our last collaboration together soon,” Pantoja tells Billboard.
Loaiza and Pantoja, two influencers-turned-artists, have released many collaborations in the past, but each has their individual career.
“My album is coming,” assures Loaiza, “and more collaborations with Argentinean and Puerto Rican artists. In April, I’ll release one of those songs.”
“I also have a song with a reggaeton legend from Puerto Rico that will soon, soon come out. I filmed the video not that long ago and it came out great,” Pantoja states of his upcoming feature.
Next month, the married couple will tour together, for the last time, on their Bye Bye Tour, visiting the U.S. for the first time. Produced by Loud and Live, the trek will visit four U.S. cities, kicking off March 31 in Chicago and winding through New York, Houston and Los Angeles.
The 2023 Premio Lo Nuestro awards are a wrap. The 35th annual ceremony, held Thursday (Feb. 23) in Miami, honored artists such as Ivy Queen, Victor Manuelle and Intocable for their extraordinary careers, and also awarded artist of the year to Karol G, and album of the year went to Bad Bunny for his history-making Un Verano Sin Ti. The big winner of the night was Grupo Firme; the norteño-banda group took home six awards.
Only a few of the categories were televised. Mainly, the three-hour show consisted of back-to-back performances, with a total of 20 musical numbers taking place throughout the night. The ceremony kicked off with Sebastián Yatra, who performed his new single, “Una Noche Sin Pensar.” A new generation of urban artists such as Tiago PZK, Elena Rose and Alvaro Diaz — representing a distinct scene from across the Spanish-speaking continent — also took the stage.
Carlos Rivera performed a heartfelt and powerful rendition of the ballad “Sincerándome,” which is part of his recently released album of the same name. He was then joined by the great Ricardo Montaner to sing their new collab, “Yo No Fumo,” Montaner’s new single that is set to be released in March. “We wanted everyone to hear it now,” he told Billboard. “I’m full of excitement because I’m back to releasing new music.”
Another standout performance was Maluma and Marc Anthony‘s “La Formula,” which they performed for the first time on television. The Colombian crooner began his set offstage on a round table occupied by beautiful women, and he lit up a cigar while looking melancholic. Then salsa legend Anthony entered the scene, and the vibrant rhythm exploded into a dazzling tropical frenzy.
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Billboard compiled a list of things we observed at the 2023 Premio Lo Nuestro — whether on the magenta carpet, backstage at the media center or during the show — that were not aired on TV.
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Read on for what viewers at home didn’t get to see:
1. Yahritza y Su Esencia won their first-ever Premio Lo Nuestro award for Regional Mexican – Sierreña Song of the Year for their 2022 hit “Soy El Unico.” Backstage at the media center, an emotional Yahritza hugged her brother Jairo and shed tears of excitement. She said she never had faith in the song because she was only 13 years old when she wrote it, and finally, dedicated the award to her older brother Mando, who’s currently living in Mexico.
2. Before winning their award, Yahritza y Su Esencia shared some exciting news with Billboard on the magenta carpet. The Mexican-American siblings not only announced their plans to tour in 2023, but also revealed a collaboration with Grupo Frontera is in the works. “It’s going to make you dance,” Yahritza says.
3. When receiving the award for Regional Mexican – New Artist, Carin León surprised the press by singing an unreleased song. “A la semanas de iniciar con la aventura/ Se nos hizo miel la luna y un concierto pa’ tijuana/ Era prohibido, era imposible pero hicimos lo que se nos dio la gana,” the artist passionately sang.
4. After receiving the coveted Premio Lo Nuestro a la Trayectoria (Trajectory Award), Victor Manuelle headed to the press room, where he gushed over his first and newborn granddaughter, and said his award is dedicated to her. He then expressed he will display his trophy in her pink and flower-themed room.
5. Backstage, Grupo Firme, who was the evening’s biggest winner with six awards, surprised the press when lead singer Eduin Caz confirmed his separation from his wife and the mother of his kids. “I want to dedicate these awards, more than anything, to my wife, who’s been a real support in my life and she deserves them. I’m always going to love you,” the artist shared.
6. Prince Royce keeps all of his awards in his closet! When receiving the award for Tropical – Collaboration of the Year for his Maria Becerra-assisted “Te Espero,” the Dominican artist admitted to having all of his awards in his “very nice and very spacious closet.” Royce collected his 21st Premio Lo Nuestro Award at the ceremony.
7. Serenatas galore! Many artists stopped by the Billboard spot on the magenta carpet to not only talk about upcoming projects, but also sing for us! Artists such as Fuerza Regida, Gusi, Grupo Frontera, and La Adictiva, to name a few, sang some tunes.
The 2023 Premio Lo Nuestro — themed “El Mundo Es Lo Nuestro” (or The World Is Ours) — was co-hosted by Colombian pop star Sebastian Yatra, Mexican TV presenter and actress Alejandra Espinoza, Mexican superstar Paulina Rubio and Adrián Uribe of Univision’s late-night show De Noche Pero Sin Sueño. Grupo Firme was the night’s biggest winner with six awards, followed by other top winners such as Sebastian Yatra and Karol G.
A piano virtuoso united three powerful females of Latin music on stage at Premio Lo Nuestro on Thursday night (Feb. 23) as the ceremony’s closing performance.
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After launching his Piano y Mujer series — which kicked off in 2021 via an HBO Max special — Arthur Hanlon returned with reggaeton royalty Ivy Queen. He was also joined by ranchera singer Lupita Infante, and Colombian vocalist Goyo of ChocQuibTown fame.
The maestro began his set playing a beautiful melody as Goyo made her way to center stage. The ChocQuibTown frontwoman sparkled in a fuchsia dress as she sang the tropical classic “Gotas de Lluvia,” originally sung by her hometown heroes, salsa band Grupo Niche.
The staging was something to behold, as Lupita Infante then made her way to the mic. Wearing a gorgeous black Mexican dress with colorful embroidered flowers, the granddaughter of Pedro Infante belted out “Si No Estás Tú,” the Spanish versión of “Without You,” originally by Harry Nilsson.
Hanlon — who appeared in a white suit and silk blazer jacket with a floral imprint — provided impressive piano riffs that resonated from his grand Yamaha piano, adorned with red roses. Sweeping violins further amplified the night filled with musical passion.
Up next, Ivy Queen showcased her singing versatility, belting out one of the most yearning love ballads in Latin pop history, “Ya Te Olvidé,” or “I Have Forgotten You,” a classic originally sung by Yurida and written by Marco Antonio Solís.
“When we filmed the first Piano y Mujer, it was like a tribute and a celebration of strong, intelligent and creative women, like the women in my home,” Hanlon previously told Billboard Español. “I’m extremely proud.”
Earlier in the night, La Caballota delivered a masterclass on reggaeton at Premio Lo Nuestro, where connected the audience with decades of Ivy Queen hits.
The 2023 Premio Lo Nuestro, which is themed “El Mundo Es Lo Nuestro” (or The World is Ours), is co-hosted by Colombian pop star Sebastian Yatra, Mexican TV presenter and actress Alejandra Espinoza, Mexican superstar Paulina Rubio, and Adrián Uribe of Univision’s late-night show De Noche Pero Sin Sueño.
Yatra tops this year’s nominations with 10 nods including the all-genre artist of the year category. He’s closely followed by other top nominees Bad Bunny, Camilo, Becky G, and Grupo Firme, who each have nine nods; Maluma, Daddy Yankee, and Ozuna with eight each; power couple Rauw Alejandro and Rosalía tie with seven, as well as Carin León, Karol G, Carlos Vives, and J Balvin. In total, 192 artists across diverse musical backgrounds are nominated within 39 categories.
The nominations for the fan-voted Premio Lo Nuestro are based on Uforia radio airplay during the eligibility period of Oct. 1, 2021 through Sept. 30, 2022. Streaming counts and the assessment of a committee of music and entertainment experts also factor in this list.
On Thursday (Feb. 23), Christian Nodal and Tini transformed Premio Lo Nuestro into a crimson-lit, passion-filled scene with burning candles and fire pits. Together, they sang “Por El Resto de Tu Vida.” Leading with twinkling bolero arpeggio, the mariacheño trailblazer and Argentine pop singer matched hearts as their voices collided to make one of the sweetest of love songs of the year so far.
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The scene at the Latin music awards ceremony was spectacular. Nodal first appeared singing the cumbia-mariachi song “Un Cumbión Dolido,” where he sat on a medieval-like center chair and vintage table with chains and fruit on top. He achieved rustic elegance, donning a bronze vest and jeans, with a silk black shirt and his usual cowboy hat and buckle. Tini, on the other hand, looked pristine in white and sheer gloves that sparkled. Together they dazzled.
Nodal continued to experiment within the confines of regional Mexican music, and Tini was a great singing partner to enhance that sound.
The 2023 Premio Lo Nuestro, which is themed “El Mundo Es Lo Nuestro” (or The World Is Ours), is co-hosted by Colombian pop star Sebastian Yatra, Mexican TV presenter and actress Alejandra Espinoza, Mexican superstar Paulina Rubio, and Adrián Uribe of Univision’s late-night show De Noche Pero Sin Sueño.
Yatra tops this year’s nominations with 10 nods including the all-genre artist of the year category. He’s closely followed by other top nominees Bad Bunny, Camilo, Becky G, and Grupo Firme, who each have nine nods; Maluma, Daddy Yankee, and Ozuna with eight each; power couple Rauw Alejandro and Rosalía tie with seven, as well as Carin León, Karol G, Carlos Vives, and J Balvin. In total, 192 artists across diverse musical backgrounds are nominated within 39 categories.
The nominations for the fan-voted Premio Lo Nuestro are based on Uforia radio airplay during the eligibility period of Oct. 1, 2021 through Sept. 30, 2022. Streaming counts and the assessment of a committee of music and entertainment experts also factor in this list.
Rocking a mustache and all-gold teeth with a tiny popola in the middle, Tokischa was all smiles at her first Premio Lo Nuestro, where she was nominated for new artist female and urban – female artist of the year.
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“These are my first nominations,” she told Billboard on the magenta carpet. “I feel that we’re all winners already because we’re all representing our culture and country, demonstrating that the woman is very powerful.”
On the carpet, she also revealed she will be hitting the road again this year with her “Popola Presidente” tour, where she will be visiting many countries for the first time, such as Argentina and Chile. As for her debut album, she says, “I still don’t have a date for my album but it’s already in talks and hopefully, we drop it next year.” (Watch the interview at the top)
The 2023 Premio Lo Nuestro, which is themed “El Mundo Es Lo Nuestro” (or The World Is Ours), is co-hosted by Colombian pop star Sebastian Yatra, Mexican TV presenter and actress Alejandra Espinoza, Mexican superstar Paulina Rubio, and Adrián Uribe of Univision’s late-night show De Noche Pero Sin Sueño.
Additionally, Yatra tops the nominations with 10 nods including the all-genre artist of the year category. He’s closely followed by other top nominees Bad Bunny, Camilo, Becky G, and Grupo Firme, who each have nine nods; Maluma, Daddy Yankee, and Ozuna with eight each; power couple Rauw Alejandro and Rosalía tie with seven, as well as Carin León, Karol G, Carlos Vives, and J Balvin. In total, 192 artists across diverse musical backgrounds are nominated within 39 categories.
The nominations for the fan-voted Premio Lo Nuestro are based on Uforia radio airplay during the eligibility period of Oct. 1, 2021, through Sept. 30, 2022. Streaming counts and the assessment of a committee of music and entertainment experts also factor into this list. The 35th annual award show is broadcasting live on Thursday, Feb. 23 via Univision and simulcasting on Galavisión in the U.S. and Canal 5 in Mexico.