From career milestones to the release of new music, to big announcements and those little moments that matter, advertising billboard Editors highlight inspiring moments in Latin music. Here’s what’s happening in the Latin music world this week.
Thalia’s Christmas Agenda
This week, Talia was confirmed to join the “Christmas at Rockefeller Center” lineup, joining the likes of the Backstreet Boys, Coco Jones, Jennifer Hudson and Dan Shay. She will perform at the Christmas tree lighting ceremony, which will air on NBC on December 4 at 8 p.m. ET. The news comes just weeks after the Mexican star dropped her debut holiday EP, Navidad Melancólica, which features her standout collaboration with Marcos Witt, “Nació La Luz.”
“I decided to release a Christmas album to transform these dates, which are often filled with social pressure and intense emotions, into a more positive and freeing experience,” the singer and actress said in a statement. , I try to accompany those who wish to turn vulnerable moments into happy and lasting memories. Furthermore, I see in this project a wonderful opportunity to immortalize my own experiences and create a musical legacy full of meaning and happiness. .
emilia’s new film career
Emilia, who was nominated for Best Pop Vocal Album at the 2024 Latin Grammy Awards, performed a high-energy “No_Se_Ve.mp3” at the ceremony and attended the Person of the Year Gala for Carlos Carlos Vives performs, and Emilia moves on to her next professional adventure. This time, she became the upcoming Moana The sequel, her own track titled “Al Final” moana 2 Movie soundtrack. “This was a dream. I still can’t believe it,” she said on her Instagram account. The Argentinian artist played Sofia in the Disney film intertwined (intertwined). Listen to “Al Final” below.
Commemorating the 30th anniversary of Intocable
In celebration of Intocable’s 30th anniversary, the Texas-based Norteño band known for its rich fusion of rock, polka, pop, folk and cumbia music will be honored with three prestigious awards in Texas of awards. In a ceremony scheduled for November 27 at 6:30 p.m. at Freeman Coliseum in San Antonio, the Tejano community will receive the official proclamation from the Office of the Texas Governor; the Texas State Flag will be awarded by the Texas House of Representatives; and will be presented by the City of San Antonio Named Muse Messenger. “These honors celebrate Intocable’s lasting contributions to music and their cultural impact in Texas and beyond,” an official statement read.
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Joaquina Named Gibson New Artist Spotlight
Earlier this week, Gibson announced Venezuelan-American singer-songwriter Joaquina as its new Artist Spotlight Musician. predecessor advertising billboard A rising Latin artist and 2023 Latin Grammy winner for Best New Artist, Joaquina officially joins the program, which launches this year and highlights the ever-changing roster of musicians in Gibson’s global pipeline. “Right now, I’m working on my debut album, which has been in the works for about two years,” the artist said in an interview with Gibson. “It will be released in January 2025 and I’m working hard to make sure it represents the last few years of my life. It’s been really exciting to work on how it sounds, looks and feels.
Joaquina accepts the Best New Artist award at the Media Center of the 24th Latin Grammy Awards held at the FIBES Convention and Exhibition Center in Seville, Spain on November 16, 2023.
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Zamila’s first 2X Platinum Plaque
Zhamira Zambrano received her first multi-platinum medal from the RIAA for her heartfelt song “Extrañándote,” a collaboration with the Puerto Rican artist and her husband Jay Wheeler. “Hi, little Zami, she dreams of becoming a singer. Little by little, you are realizing it! Although there are still many dreams to realize and a lot of work to do, today I want to tell you that you already have Get your first 2X Platinum Plaque with a set of photos of her career achievements.
“Estrañandorte” peaked at No. 3 in 2017 advertising billboard Zambrano debuted on the Latin Pop Airplay chart earlier this year, marking her second Billboard top 10 hit. “The song came about organically in the studio,” Zambrano previously told advertising billboard. “We wanted to do something more upbeat than a ballad, and that’s how ‘Extrañandote’ was born, as always, to express love and heartbreak, which is why it resonates with so many people. I’m so happy to know that people have made it their own of.
