New Music Latin is a collection of the best new Latin songs and albums it recommends Advertising signare Latin and Billboard Español editors. Check out this week's picks below.
Ángela Aguilar, “Gotitas Saladas” (Machín Records)
A friendly competition with her brother to see who would write the best song led to the creation of Ángela Aguilar's latest single. “Gotitas Saladas,” which translates to salty drops, is a gorgeous modern mariachi track where the Mexican-American artist sings about past loves: “You and I could have been so much more, but we said goodbye,” he laments, almost in tears. during realization.
Ángela, who was honored with the Musical Dynasty Award at the Billboard Latin Women in Music 2024, shared that she wrote this song, along with her sister Aneliz Aguilar, after her brother Leonardo Aguilar didn't invite her to a song he was writing together. with Adrielle Favela. “So I said, 'Let's write a better song, in less time — and when I release it, it'll be bigger than what they're writing.' followed by Angela's 'Mis Amigas Las Flores'. — GRISELDA FLORES
Mario Bautista, Phoenix (Warner Music México)
After scoring his first No. 1 on the Regional Mexican Airplay chart with “Brindo” in 2022, Mario Bautista felt motivated and inspired and began working on his new studio album. Phoenix. The feel good mariachi song with positive lyrics really sets the tone for Bautista's new Música Mexicana era — one that's stamped across 14 tracks that navigate from cumbia to ranchera to norteño. Lyrically, the album carries many motivational messages, as heard in the opening track “Cabrón Yo Puedo”, as well as heartfelt tributes to family as heard in “Flores” and “Pa'l Viejo”. Even catchy tunes like the Adriel Favela-assisted “Mejor Así” are brimming with optimism. By creating it PhoenixBautista also had a life-changing revelation.
“It's been eleven years in my career and it's been a crazy ride,” he said Advertising sign during an Instagram Live interview. “With 'Baby Girl' [the urban-pop song that put him on the map in 2018], felt like it was my peak — but at the same time, it was the time when I was most confused and lost with my personality. It took me years to get back to Mario Alberto [his real name], and give him the wheel. Today, that brings me joy and peace, and 'Fénix' represents that new stage, that rebirth.” Besides Favela, other collaborators on the album include Bobby Pulido, Karol Sevilla, El David and Grupo Origen. — JESSICA ROSE
ROBI, Young Miko, “sorry es que soy bipolarrr” (Interscope Records)
From the start, ROBI and Young Miko's “sorry es que soy bipolarrr” grabs attention with an opening drum that evokes nostalgia for Blink 182's “I Miss You.” Produced by Joel Iglesias and Fred Vilchez, this track combines pop-rock charm with an unabashed, honest vibe that perfectly encapsulates the song's message. Around the 2:50 mark, a guitar hits, adding a layer of wistful emotion that pairs nicely with the lyrics: “If I flirted with you on IG/ Don't read it/ Just leave it alone,” they sing. . Puerto Rican artists navigate the complexities of a tumultuous relationship, swirling between independence and longing. It's a raw, honest piece that doesn't shy away from the messiness of emotions, reflecting the modern relationship dilemmas of the digital age. — ISABELA RAYGOZA
Magneto, “Prender El Fuego Otra Vez” (BOBO Music/Altafonte)
Throwback to the 90s! Iconic Mexican band Magneto — made up of original members Elías, Mauri, Alan, Tono and Alex — made a long-awaited comeback after 25 years without releasing new music. Their latest single, “Prender El Fuego Otra Vez” (Light the Fire Again), marks the beginning of their soon-to-be-released EP and accompanying tour. “Prender El Fuego Otra Vez” is a tropical ballad that seamlessly blends urban sounds with lively vallenato accordion melodies. The song, written by Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Pedro Capó along with Frank Santofimio, Gabriel González-Perez, Héctor Montaner Jr, Rafael Regginalds (Reggi El Auténtico), carries a message of new beginnings and second chances. — INGRID FAJARDO
LIVING, “mejor que ayer” (CanZion)
With the single “mejor que ayer”, the Colombian group LIVING presents a new preview of their next album, which marks a new stage in their musical career. The acoustic pop ballad is a new example of the evolution of their offering of spiritual music, presenting an alternative to the worship style of their beginnings. About their new sound, says Lucas Consuegra, one of the band's singers Billboard Español that bridges the gap between commercial and intellectual music.
“With our (new) sound, melodies and lyrics we want to reach people who are looking for a spirituality detached from any religious belief. We want to bring spirituality to everyone with a language and sound that we can all relate to,” adds Sergio Martín, guitarist and producer. “mejor que ayer”, conveys the confidence that with God every present day can be better than the last. “Our best moment has not yet arrived, it has not passed, but it is born every day” expresses the band. — LOUISA CALL
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