this week, Billboard New Music Latin summary and playlist — curated Bulletin board Latin and Billboard Español editors — features fresh new music from artists like Mike Bahía, Javiera Mena, Kapo and more.
In a first collaborative effort, Kenia OS teamed up with Steve Aoki for “Replay,” proving her versatility by navigating from sugary pop to throbbing EDM. “This piece represents something big not only for me, but to put Mexico on the world map,” the Mexican artist said in a press statement. “I've always been a fan of Steve Aoki and I think we managed to capture that feeling of an endless night. I wanted to give them a different and special song and what better than to work with the coolest DJ in the world.”
Another cool dance track released this week is “Chula,” Grupo Firme's collaboration with Demi Lovato that combines electronic music with band elements. “Demi Lovato is an artist we've admired since we were kids,” Firme's Eduin Caz told Billboard last month in an interview in Miami. “We would watch her on TV.”
Meanwhile, Colombian newcomer Kapo has released an upbeat afrobeat tune called “UWAIE” where his distinct, raspy vocals provide peace, assurance and motivation through the lyrics. “You're beautiful and you deserve it all/ Loving you is my necessity/ I love everything about you/ take away that insecurity is my necessity,” Capo croons on the Gangsta-produced bop.
Other new releases this week include new studio albums from Nio García and Eden Muñoz, respectively. a tribute to Mike Bahía's roots in 'Cali Buenaventura'. and Javiera Mena's heartfelt 'Volver a Llorar'.
Last week, Kim Loaiza and Codiciado's collaboration 'QuesoXTE' won the poll, garnering more than 68% of the vote. Who should win this week? Give these new releases a spin and vote for them below.
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