From career milestones to new music releases to major announcements and those little important moments, Advertising sign The editors highlight heartwarming moments in Latin music. Check out what happened in the world of Latin music this week.
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J Balvin & Maluma Join Forces (Again)
Four years after dropping their first collaborative effort, “Qué Pena,” J Balvin and Maluma join forces for a second track. “Gafas Negras” (Black Sunglasses), set for release on January 25, looks set to find both artists in their new era as Don Juan (Maluma) and Don Jose (Balvin). This week, the two Colombians shared a preview of the upcoming track while discussing motherhood on the beach: “Rio (Balvin's son) is going to steal Paris (Maluma's soon-to-be-born daughter),” Balvin jokes on clip . “Until then I'll be wearing my black sunglasses so people can't see my reaction,” Malum replies. Check out the silly clip below:
Karol G & Elena Rose Create Magic
Elena Rose kicked off 2024 with a new career: Announcing that she and Karol G were making music together. “Thank you warrior for the light we shared and this beautiful moment. I love and admire you,” the Venezuelan songwriter said on Instagram with a set of photos alongside the Colombian singer. “Women who read me, let's take care of ourselves, protect ourselves, love ourselves and encourage ourselves to continue being Bichotas forever. This year it's ours!!!!” Rose has written songs for artists such as Selena Gomez, Becky G, Christian Nodal, Sebastian Yatra, Rauw Alejandro and many more.
Rendezvous for the first stage of Ivan Cornejo
Mexican American artist Ivan Cornejo is set to perform his first rodeo show on March 3 as part of the Houston Rodeo Series. The 19-year-old singer-songwriter, who is featured in the Genre Now issue as the future of local Mexican music, announced he is part of the event on Thursday (January 11) with the caption: “HOUSTON BUCKLE UP !!! the first court I play! see you at the rodeo.” The announcement comes just months after Cornejo wrapped up his most ambitious tour yet, the Terapia tour, which he capped off with a record-breaking concert at the Toyota Arena in Ontario, California, and became what the venue says is Latin music with more sales. show in his story.
Kali Uchis is waiting
On the eve of the release of her debut Spanish-language album, Orchids, Kali Uchis revealed that she and rapper boyfriend Don Toliver were expecting their first baby together. “Starting our family. Don't be late getting here baby, mommy and daddy can't wait to share our lives with you,” said the sweet announcement video on Instagram. The heartfelt clip is backed by Uchis' album track “Tu Corazón Es Mío” (Your heart is mine) and features raw footage of the pair together as well as footage of the young children.
J.Lo's emotional Golden Globes moment
Earlier this week, Jennifer Lopez and actress Brie Larson had a hearty moment on the carpet at the 2024 Golden Globes. Larson, who was nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Limited Series, Anthology Series or Motion Picture Made for Television for in Chemistry Class, didn't hold back on fangirling when she first met Lopez mid-interview. Entertainment tonight. “You mean so much to me. I'm such a huge fan,” she told Lopez, who also broke down in tears. “I saw 'Selena' and it made me want to be an actress. You always meant so much to me. It was a dream of mine, so thank you very much. Your work ethic is so important.”
Also in tears, Lopez said afterward ET reporter Kevin Frazier that he was once in Larson's shoes. “I remember being a little girl and watching 'West Side Story' and Rita Moreno changing my life,” she recalls. “So to have someone say to me, 'I saw 'Selena,' and it made me want to be an actress,” is so heartwarming. It's like your dreams come true and it's such a beautiful thing.” Relive the adorable encounter below:
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