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The 2024 Latin GRAMMYs will air live on Thursday, Nov. 14.

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The first roster of performers for the 2024 Latin GRAMMYs also includes current nominees David Bisbal, Carín León, Elena Rose, and Ela Taubert.

Nina Frazier

|GRAMMYs/Oct 21, 2024 - 01:09 am

The Latin Recording Academy has announced its first roster of performers for the 2024 Latin GRAMMYs, officially known as the 25th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards. The lineup includes current nominees David Bisbal, Alejandro Fernández, Luis Fonsi, Juan Luis Guerra, Carín León, Elena Rose and Ela Taubert, as well as the 2024 Person of the Year honoree Carlos Vives.

David Bisbal earned a nomination for Best Pop Song, while Alejandro Fernández scored a nomination for Best Ranchero/Mariachi Album. Luis Fonsi received a nomination for Best Pop Vocal Album, and Juan Luis Guerra earned five nominations including Record of the Year, Best Tropical Song, Album of the Year, Best Merengue/Bachata Album and Producer of the Year. Carín León garnered four nominations including Record of the Year and Song of the Year, as well as Album of the Year and Best Contemporary Mexican Music Album. Elena Rose nabbed three nominations for Song of the Year, Best Pop/Rock Song and Best Regional Song, while Ela Taubert was nominated for Best New Artist. Also set to perform is the 2024 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year honoree, Latin GRAMMY and GRAMMY winner Carlos Vives, who will be recognized for his more than three-decade career as a multifaceted singer and composer at a special star-studded gala the evening prior.

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The2024 Latin GRAMMYs mark the 25th anniversary of the Latin GRAMMY Awards, and will air liveThursday, Nov. 14, from Miami. The three-hour telecast, produced by TelevisaUnivision, will air live on Univision, Galavisión and ViX beginning at8 p.m. ET/PT(7 p.m. CT).

Preceding the telecast will be the Latin GRAMMY Premiere Ceremony, a long-established evening full of unforgettable performances and heartfelt acceptance speeches, where the winners in most categories will be announced.

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Christian Nodal performs at the GRAMMY Museum in Los Angeles on Oct.16.

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The Latin GRAMMY Acoustic Session was held in Los Angeles, where the GRAMMY nominee and six-time Latin GRAMMY winner captivated audiences with stripped-down performances of his hit songs.

Nina Frazier

|GRAMMYs/Oct 18, 2024 - 09:13 pm

Latin GRAMMY-winning artist Christian Nodal brought his unique blend of mariacheño music to an select audience at the GRAMMY Museum in Los Angeles on Oct. 16, as part of the 2024 Latin GRAMMY Acoustic Sessions. With just his guitar, a few accompanying musicians, and his powerful voice, Nodal delivered a deeply personal performance that celebrated the heart and soul of música Mexicana.

The evening featured a carefully curated setlist, including crowd favorites like "Bandolebrios," "La Intención," and "Quédate." Nodal's stripped-down versions highlighted his masterful storytelling and connection with his roots, making the night truly unforgettable.

"We are grateful to Christian Nodal for his support of our Academy and for sharing his artistry as part of our road to the 25th Annual Latin GRAMMYs," said Manuel Abud, CEO of The Latin Recording Academy. "Christian has played a pivotal role within our community and has contributed to the rise of the Regional Mexican genre."

The Latin GRAMMY Acoustic Sessions are a series of invitation-only events held throughout the U.S. and internationally, offering fans and Academy members an exclusive opportunity to witness performances by some of Latin music's most talented artists. Christian Nodal's performance at the GRAMMY Museum highlighted his dedication to the craft and his connection with his fans, creating an intimate atmosphere where his music could shine.

Nodal also took a moment to thank The Latin Recording Academy for their continuous support of music creators and their contributions to music education. "This acoustic was put together with a lot of love," Nodal shared. "Thank you for this opportunity to do what we love most: music. Long live music!"

A Rising Star Of Música Mexicana

Christian Nodal has emerged as a major force in música Mexicana, blending mariachi and norteño sounds to create his signature style, "mariacheño." At just 25 years old, Nodal has already won six Latin GRAMMY Awards and received three GRAMMY nominations.

His recent collaborations, such as the urban-infused hit "Botella Tras Botella" with Gera MX, demonstrate his ability to both honor and redefine traditional Mexican music. Throughout his career, Nodal has worked with renowned artists like Ricky Martin, Christina Aguilera, Peso Pluma, and Andrea Bocelli.

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The Latin GRAMMY Acoustic Sessions have become a cornerstone of The Latin Recording Academy's efforts to elevate Latin music, offering an up-close experience with both established icons and emerging talent. Initially launched as in-person events for small audiences, the sessions have since expanded to include a global digital franchise, ensuring Latin musical excellence is accessible to all.

The Acoustic Sessions celebrate the diversity of Latin genres, and previous sessions have featured artists from a wide range of musical backgrounds. As Christian Nodal took his place among the iconic performers who have graced the stage, it was clear that his voice and vision continue to shape the future of Latin music.

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(Clockwise from top-left:) Diana Rodríguez, Vivir Quintana, Ana Rosa Santiago, Julieta Venegas

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The official 2024 Latin GRAMMY Week event celebrates influential women in Latin entertainment.

Nina Frazier

|GRAMMYs/Oct 15, 2024 - 01:20 pm

The Latin Recording Academy has revealed its 2024 Leading Ladies of Entertainment honorees, celebrating Vivir Quintana, Diana Rodríguez, Ana Rosa Santiago, and Julieta Venegas. Established eight years ago, the Leading Ladies of Entertainment program recognizes socially conscious women in the arts and Latin entertainment who have inspired future leaders and made profound contributions to the field.

"It is a privilege to present this year's Leading Ladies of Entertainment honorees, an exceptional group of women who have distinguished themselves through their successful careers as well as for their continued fight for gender equity,” said Manuel Abud, CEO of The Latin Recording Academy. “Our honorees are so much more than a representation of excellence; they are a group that has significantly contributed to the empowerment and growth of other women.”

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Vivir Quintana

Mexican singer/songwriter Vivir Quintana is one of her generation's most beautiful and powerful voices. Her songs blend folk, regional and ranchera music with lyrics full of freedom, love and poetry. Millions of women have adopted her “Canción Sin Miedo” as a global feminist anthem, making it one of the most translated protest songs in the world. Her music has been featured in films such as Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022). In 2023, she was named a Spotify EQUAL ambassador, Forbes included her among the 100 most creative Mexicans, and Rolling Stone considers her "one of the most recognized female figures in Mexico." Following her first album, Te Mereces Un Amor; she is working on a follow up: a collection of corridos chronicling the tales of women incarcerated for standing up to their abusers.

Diana Rodríguez

A pioneer in the music industry, Diana Rodríguez is the CEO and founder of Criteria Entertainment, a creative service and music marketing company, and Mercado Negro, a boutique management agency and label under the Criteria umbrella. Through these entities, she oversees the careers of Latin GRAMMY winners, such as Enrique Bunbury, Mon Laferte and Diamante Eléctrico, among others. In 2009, she became the first woman to lead a multinational Latin record label in the United States. In her 32-year music career, Rodríguez has held senior positions at Phillips, Polygram, Universal Music, EMI Music, and Capitol Latin, catapulting the careers of artists like Juanes, Juan Luis Guerra, and Francisca Valenzuela. Billboard and El Tiempo Colombia have recognized her in their lists of powerful women.

Ana Rosa Santiago

Ana Rosa Santiago is the Senior Vice President of Latin music for Universal Music Publishing Group in the United States and Latin America. She leads the A&R and Sync departments, developing talent and creating global opportunities for UMPG songwriters. She has signed artists such as Ivan Cornejo, Feid, Romeo Santos, and Yahritza y Su Esencia. During her 18-year tenure at ASCAP, she signed artists like Kany García, Farruko, Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee, among others. With over 25 years in the music industry, she is a dual member of The Latin Recording Academy and the Recording Academy, serves on the board of She Is The Music, and is the Assistant Vice President of Events for the Miami chapter of Women In Music.

Julieta Venegas

Singer/songwriter Julieta Venegas, an eight-time Latin GRAMMY-winner and GRAMMY recipient, is one of Latin pop's foremost exponents and icons. Known for hits like "Limón Y Sal," "Me Voy" and "Lento," Venegas' versatility, coupled with the authenticity that permeates her creations, has made her the most listened-to female artist on Spotify in Mexico. Her collaboration with Tainy and Bad Bunny won the Latin GRAMMY for Best Reggaeton Performance in 2022 and her album Tu Historia won the Latin GRAMMY for Best Pop Vocal Album a year later. In 2024, she performed before 80,000 people in Mexico City's Zócalo and 85,000 at Madrid's Bernabéu Stadium. She is a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in Mexico and an ambassador for COMMCA.

The 2024 Leading Ladies of Entertainment event will be held as a private ceremony on November 11 in Miami, coinciding with Latin GRAMMY Week and presented by Amazon Music. Amazon Music, supporting future Latin music creators, will also make its inaugural donation to the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation’s Scholarship Fund. Additional event sponsors include Baptist Health South Florida and Espolón Tequila.

“Our industry is powered by incredible women, both in front of the mic and behind it, which is why we’re thrilled to team up with Leading Ladies of Entertainment to celebrate this year’s fantastic honorees,” said Rocío Guerrero, Head of Music, Latin/Iberia at Amazon Music. “Championing female talent at all stages of their career, and celebrating their impact on the success of Latin music globally, is extremely important to us so we can continue to have a thriving music industry. The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation’s Scholarship Fund is a brilliant way of doing this.”

The Connect TogetHER Mentorship Program is also an integral part of this initiative. In collaboration with She Is the Music, an international organization working to increase women’s presence in music, this program is sponsored by AARP for the second year. Past and present honorees will act as mentors, with applications open until November 22, 2024. For more information about the program or to apply, please visit Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation’s website.

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Latin GRAMMYs on display at the GRAMMY Museum's commemorative exhibit.

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Get a glimpse of one of the Latin Recording Academy’s three exhibits celebrating the Latin GRAMMYs’ 25th anniversary — and highlighting the biggest onstage, backstage and red carpet moments.

Lucas Villa

|GRAMMYs/Sep 23, 2024 - 11:18 pm

To celebrate 25 years of the Latin GRAMMY Awards, the Latin Recording Academy opened a new exhibit at the GRAMMY Museum in Los Angeles on Sept. 19. The entire second floor of the museum is dedicated to capturing the growth of Latin music that has gone hand-in-hand with the Latin GRAMMYs through awards, artifacts, outfits, and instruments from previous winners and nominees like Shakira, Karol G, Peso Pluma, Juan Luis Guerra, Celia Cruz, and many more.

"Today, Latin artists are crafting pop culture, influencing everything, and breaking all the charts," Latin Recording Academy CEO Manuel Abud tells GRAMMY.com. "For the Latin Recording Academy, it's been a privilege to be with them on this journey, and this exhibit tries to bring this journey closer to the people. For us, this is an attempt to bring this journey and this legacy closer to the audience."

The newly opened exhibit at the GRAMMY Museum, officially named Latin GRAMMYs 25: A Legacy of Musical Excellence, is one of three that the Latin Recording Academy is presenting as part of the 25th anniversary of the Latin GRAMMYs celebration happening throughout this year, all of which will highlight the magic of the Latin GRAMMYs. The Paley Museum in New York City will host its exhibit, which opened Sept. 13, and runs through Nov. 3; the exhibit at Miami's Gary Nader Art Centre will open Sept. 26 and run through Dec. 20. The GRAMMY Museum's exhibit closes Dec. 18.

The series of multi-city exhibits leads up to the 2024 Latin GRAMMYs, which officially mark the 25th anniversary of the Latin GRAMMY Awards. Taking place Thursday, Nov. 14, in Miami, the 2024 Latin GRAMMYs will debut of a new field and two new categories: Best Latin Electronic Music Performance, housed within the new Electronic Music field, and Best Contemporary Mexican Music Album. Ahead of the 2024 Latin GRAMMYs, the Latin Recording Academy will host the official Latin GRAMMY Week 2024, which includes multiple events throughout Miami-Dade County including the 2024 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year gala, which this year honors 18-time Latin GRAMMYs winner and two-time GRAMMY winner Carlos Vives, and the 2024 Special Awards Presentation.

Ahead of the GRAMMY Museum’s exhibit opening, Abud and Jasen Emmons, Chief Curator and Vice President of Curatorial Affairs of the GRAMMY Museum, took GRAMMY.com on a tour. Below, learn more about the GRAMMY Museum's monumental, history-filled display.

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All photos by Rebecca Sapp.

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A Timeline Of Latin GRAMMY Milestones

When entering the second floor of the GRAMMY Museum, one of the walls is covered with a giant timeline of major moments and milestones from the Latin GRAMMYs. The timeline starts with the 1st Annual ceremony in 2000, where Ricky Martin, Celia Cruz, and Gloria Estefan paid tribute to mambo legend Tito Puente, who had passed away a few months prior.

From there, moments highlighted include Luis Fonsi's performance of "Despacito" in 2017 with Diplo, Bomba Estéreo and Victor Manuelle, and Bad Bunny's win for Best Urban Album in 2019 where he advocated for more respect for reggaeton music and its artists. Edgar Barrera, who won the first Songwriter Of The Year award at last year's ceremony, also has his history-making Latin GRAMMY on display. The timeline not only shows the growth of the awards, but its impact on Latin music going mainstream.

"We created a platform for new artists to evolve and to present their craft, but also a way to celebrate established artists," Abud says as he looks at the timeline. "I think the beauty here is that we celebrate both at the same time that we are nurturing the next generation [or artists]. I love to see an artist like Karol G be Best New Artist in 2018 and winning Album Of The Year in 2023 and breaking all the records. It's the concept of how we bring it all full circle."

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The Latin GRAMMY Awards By the Numbers

There's also a few more giant graphics on the other walls of the exhibit that are informational and educational. One graphic — which could be useful for either the GRAMMYs or Latin GRAMMY Awards — explains the difference between the Song Of The Year and Record Of The Year categories; another graphic shows the legacy of the Latin GRAMMYs by the numbers. The number 18 is shown next to Eduardo Cabra, who has the most wins for a producer, while his former Calle 13 associate, Residente, is highlighted for the most wins by a male artist with 28. Meanwhile, 2006 is shown next to Shakira's name for the ceremony where she made history as the first woman to win Record Of The Year, Song Of The Year, and Album Of The Year.

"I would like for visitors to feel the emotions because music is all about the emotions," Abud says. "I would like for them to go through the journey and remember what they were doing in 2006 or 2016, for example. I hope this exhibit brings them memories and gets them excited about the future. It's a combination of celebrating our past, but also enjoying the present, and preparing for the future."

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The Diversity Of Latin Music Through Instruments

Another way the GRAMMY Museum's Latin GRAMMYs exhibit is hoping to educate visitors is through the instruments on display. Mexican group Intocable loaned a series of instruments that highlight the sounds of música Mexicana, including the bajo sexto guitar, the accordion, and a Djembe drums.

To highlight other genres in Latin music as well, Juan Luis Guerra loaned a güira, which is used in his merengue with "Punta Cana" written across it. The drums that Sheila E. played during her performance with Guerra at the 8th Annual Latin GRAMMYs are also present. The instruments exemplify not only different genres, but also different Latin cultures and countries.

"We really wanted to show a number of different instruments that we used in Latin music, like timbales or bajo sexto because for many people they may have heard them, but they haven't seen them before," Emmons says. "It's fun for people to be able to go, 'Oh! That's what that looks like, so it's making that sound.' We're really always trying to have that educational element to what we do."

Iconic Performances Revisited

The history of career-defining performances at the Latin GRAMMYs is captured in the fashion at the exhibit.

The colorful spirit of Celia Cruz, who passed away in 2003, is captured in a white and blue wig at the exhibit. The Cuban legend wore the wig during the 2002 Latin GRAMMYs — her last televised performance.

The outfits on display also further exemplify the diversity of Latin music. Mexican icon Pepe Aguilar's traditional charro suit is next to Peso Pluma's Givenchy and Alexander McQueen outfit from last year's ceremony that exemplifies his more urban approach to música Mexicana. Rauw Alejandro, who has gone from reggaeton hit-maker to global pop star, mixed both worlds with his red-hot Enfants Riches Déprimés look at last year's ceremony. Rosalía's white bodysuit from her flamenco-infused debut on the Latin GRAMMYs stage in 2018 is also on display.

"It's fun to see the growth of both Latin music, but also the Latin GRAMMYs," Emmons says. "It's extraordinary when you think in just 25 years how massive it's become and incredibly exciting. It was really fun to go through that [legacy of the Latin GRAMMYs] and figure out what were those moments that helped expand awareness of this and celebrate it."

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Red Carpet Fashion At The Latin GRAMMYs

The iconic fashion of the Latin GRAMMY Awards isn't only limited to the performances. On the red carpet, many nominees and winners have made statements with their outfits.

One standout fashion moment in particular at the exhibit is Mon Laferte's purple suit at the 2021, where she proudly flaunted her pregnancy at the time. Karol G's metallic Balmain dress from last year's ceremony — where she later won Album Of The Year — is another stunning highlight among the outfits.

Barrera's fashion-forward suit that he wore during his historic Songwriter Of The Year win in 2023 is also on display. Beatriz Luengo, who won Song Of The Year for the Cuban protest anthem "Patria o Vida" in 2021, paid tribute to Celia Cruz with a blue gown that had the late legend's face emblazoned on it.

"The biggest thing I want is for visitors to go away saying, 'I want to listen to these artists,' if they haven't already," Emmons says. "Also, to have more appreciation for the artistry, and the showmanship because a lot of what we have on display are some of the performance outfits, red carpet outfits, and amazing style. At the heart of this exhibit is to inspire people to go discover artists that maybe they haven't listened to in awhile, or they never heard of before."

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The 2024 Latin GRAMMYs will feature a new Category recognizing contemporary albums within the Regional Mexican Music field. Nominated works this year come from Natanael Cano, DannyLux, Grupo Frontera, Carín León, Michelle Maciel, and Peso Pluma.

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|GRAMMYs/Sep 17, 2024 - 04:27 pm

At the 2024 Latin GRAMMYs, artists will compete in two new Categories this year, including Best Contemporary Mexican Music Album.

The new Category, housed within the Regional Mexican Field, highlights six albums showcasing a rich diversity of Mexican genres.This year’s nominees are Nata Montana by Natanael Cano, DannyLux’s Evoluxion, Jugando A Que No Pasa Nada from Grupo Frontera, Carín León’s Boca Chueca, Vol. 1, Trastornado by Michelle Maciel, and Peso Pluma’s Génesis. The Best Contemporary Mexican Music Album Category reflects the worldwide spread and evolution of Mexican music, and its inaugural nominees embody a generation transforming traditional Mexican sounds and expanding the genre's legacy far and wide.

Learn more about the inaugural nominees in the brand-new Best Contemporary Mexican Music Album Category below, and be sure to tune into the 2024 Latin GRAMMYs, officially known as the 25th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards, Thursday, Nov. 14, at 8 p.m. ET/PT (7 p.m. CT) on Univision, Galavisión and ViX to see who wins.

Natanael Cano — 'Nata Montana'

Natanael Cano, originally from Hermosillo, Sonora, revolutionized Mexican music in 2018 by merging traditional corridos' themes and instrumentation with elements of trap and hip-hop. Eight years later, the corridos tumbados pioneer solidified his distinctive and rebellious style by securing his first Latin GRAMMY nomination.

That nomination is for Nata Montana, which opens with "Dirán De Mi" and "Más Altas Que Bajadas." Both songs lay the narrative foundation for Cano's production, anchored in his rise to the pinnacle of Mexican music and the extravagant lifestyle that comes with it.

Nata Montana stands out as Cano's return to the rhythms that propelled his music career: a sound firmly rooted in the Mexican requinto guitar, featuring reflective and raw songs. These tracks chronicle his daily life as well his struggle for industry recognition, alongside common corrido themes: parties, drugs, women, and alcohol.

Out of the 15 tracks, six are solo performances, and the remaining nine showcase renowned figures in contemporary Mexican music, including Luis R. Conriquez on "Viejo Lobo" and Junior H on "Eres."

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DannyLux — 'Evoluxion'

At just 20 years old, DannyLux stands out as the youngest nominee in this category — a nod achieved with Evoluxion, the deluxe version of his 2023 debut album DLUX. The Palm Springs, California native has revolutionized the subgenre of sierreño, which is characterized by a strong presence of guitars that melodically guide vulnerable and melancholy songs, primarily speaking about love.

DannyLux solidifies his image as a Gen Z sierreño troubadour in Evoluxion, a lyrically dense 24-track album that explores love, relationships, and vulnerability. DannyLux pushes the boundaries of sierreño by incorporating elements of rock, electronic music, and alternative genres.

The album features seven new tracks written and produced by DannyLux, including the sierreño "Maldito Alcohol" and "House of Lux 2," a continuation of the namesake song in which DannyLux delves back into electronic music.

Grupo Frontera — 'Jugando A Que No Pasa Nada'

Grupo Frontera's story could be the plot of a Hollywood movie. The group went from playing at family parties and local weddings in Edinburg, Texas, to becoming one of the most recognized bands of a new generation of Mexican music.

Their Bad Bunny collaboration, "Un x100to," propelled the group to international stardom (and earned a Latin GRAMMY nomination for Song Of The Year, and a win for Best Regional Mexican Song) as they fully embraced the cumbia genre, which had already been helping them gain recognition locally and on social media. After a 2023 for the books, the sextet arrives with their sophomore album, Jugando A Que No Pasa Nada, a 12-song production that pays tribute to their roots and the genres that shaped the group's musical taste — from hip-hop to corridos and country.

On Jugando A Que No Pasa Nada, Grupo Frontera collaborate with an array of diverse artists such as the Colombian reggaeton superstar Maluma on "POR QUÉ SERÁ," Argentine rapper Nicki Nicole on "DESQUITE," the Colombian band Morat on "LOS DOS," and Mexican star Christian Nodal on "YA PEDO QUIÉN SABE."

Grupo Frontera's magic lies in the simplicity of their sound and lyrics. The group favors live instruments over samples and uses relatable lyrics adapted to modern vernacular, winning over Gen Z, the generation behind the global explosion of Mexican music.

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Carin León — 'Boca Chueca, Vol. 1'

In Boca Chueca, Vol. 1, Latin GRAMMY-winning artist Carín León proves that Mexican music has no limits.

His fifth studio album is perhaps the most transgressive of his career and positions León as one of Mexican music's mavericks. Over 19 tracks, León fearlessly delves into the darkness within as he seeks to reconcile "with aspects that are often considered negative but are also part of me," the singer explained in May through a press release.

The musical and internal exercise produced a profoundly personal and eclectic album. In Boca Chueca, Vol. 1, the star takes a deep dive into genres that are part of his diverse musical upbringing without neglecting the norteño sound that put him on the music industry's radar. The production features songs like the corrido "Casi Oficial" or "Aviso Importante," where Carin vocally masters the emotionality of blues and soul.

León also explores the sensuality of R&B in songs like "Despídase Bien," country in "The One (Pero no como yo)" alongside Kane Brown and the pop-rock in the ballad "It was always you (Siempre fuiste tú)" featuring Leon Bridges.

Michelle Maciel — 'Trastornado'

Michelle Maciel is defying Mexican music boundaries in more ways than one. The singer is part of a new generation of performers representing the Latin LGBTQ+ community in música Mexicana.

Maciel's foray into music happened in 2020 amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Like many, the uncertain future led the singer to bet on his passion, music. With TikTok as an ally, Maciel began sharing some of his songs, initially in the Latin urban realm, quickly growing a devoted following.

Recognition on social media led the singer to expand sonically, choosing Mexican music as the next genre to explore. This experimentation resulted in collaborations like "CCC" with Eden Muñoz, marking Maciel's first global hit.

The single sets the tone for Trastornado, Maciel’s debut album. On this record, the Mexican artist showcases his rich musical versatility by seamlessly navigating genres such as corrido in "El Susto," cumbia in "QPTP" with Yahritza Y Su Esencia, "ABCDARIO," a song that blends Mexican brass and guitars with EDM beats, or the urban-infused "PVTIVUELTA."

Peso Pluma — 'Génesis'

Peso Pluma is at the forefront of the new generation of Mexican music and, unlike his colleagues, arrives on this list with a production already awarded earlier this year — by the GRAMMYs.

Despite being his third studio album, Peso Pluma considers GÉNESIS his real debut in music. The artist's name is a declaration of purpose, influenced by the first book of the Bible.

GÉNESIS arrived on the heels of a global breakthrough year for Peso Pluma. The singer burst onto the world scene in 2023 thanks to "Ella Baila Sola," his collaboration with the Mexican group Eslabón Armado, which they brought to life on the Latin GRAMMY stage in 2023.

In GÉNESIS, Peso Pluma takes corridos tumbados to the next level through an exemplary play of fast-paced guitars, strident brass, and a defiant interpretation guided by the singer's unique hoarse vocals.

Drawing inspiration from the hip-hop collaboration spirit, in GÉNESIS Peso Pluma teams up with genre heavy-hitters such as Junior H in "LUNA," Natanael Cano in "PRC," Gabito Ballesteros in the global-smasher "Lady Gaga" (alongside Cano), or Luis R Conriquez in "SU CASA."

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