New Latin Music: Listen to releases from Eladio Carrion, Luis Fonsi and more

New Music Latin is a collection of the best new Latin songs and albums recommended by the editors of Billboard Latin and Billboard Español. Check out this week's picks below.

Eladio Carrion, Sol Maria (Rimas Entertainment)

Puerto Rican trap star Eladio Carrión presents a new depth and versatility on his sixth studio album, Sol Maria. This heartfelt ode to his mother not only brings a familiar touch to his evolving sound, but also showcases his family values ​​and journey to make his parents proud, while maintaining his signature no-holds-barred flow and comedy.

The album opens with 'Bendecido', a soaring trap ballad that sets the tone by focusing on family devotion and resilience. On 'Sonrisa', Carrión shines, weaving a narrative of a seductive smile that leaves him completely captivated, against a refreshing mix of Jersey club and debauchery. 'Sigo Enamorau' featuring Yandel reinvents Sean Paul and Sasha's classic 'I'm Still In Love With You' while playfully celebrating his admiration for assets of his lover. He ups the ante on “Todo Lit,” pairing raucous lyrics with sinister keyboards over a restrained trap beat alongside guest Duki. Carrión ventures into sultry R&B territory with “Hey Lil Mama,” a Rauw Alejandro collaboration that strikes a balance between sensuality and slinky beats.

The album culminates with the soulful outro ballad “Mama's Boy,” featuring Nach, where Carrión taps into a well of raw, honest emotion, paying tribute to his mother in a way that goes beyond words. “Sol María, hoy te doy tus flores,” she screams with honesty and vulnerability, combined with heart-pounding lyricism.

Throughout Sol Maria, Carrión seamlessly navigates a range of genres — from Afrobeats to dancehall to Jersey club — without compromising his roots in trap and reggaetón. In short, it is a testament to Eladio Carrión's growth as an artist. He respects his origins while pushing creative boundaries, showing his commitment to his craft and the values ​​that shape his music. — ISABELA RAYGOZA

Prince Royce, “Cosas de la Peda” ft. Gabito Ballesteros (Sony Music Latin)

Prince Royce found a way to seamlessly blend bachata with mexicana music on “Cosas de la Peda,” featuring emerging Mexican artist Gabito Ballesteros. The heartbreaking song opens with a wailing trombone that sets the tone for melancholy lyrics about drowning your sorrows in alcohol after a bad breakup. “Cosas” is an ideal balance between the hip-swiveling rhythms of bachata and local Mexican instruments such as the requinto, tololoche and trombone (mainly used in corridos tumbados). While this isn't the first time Prince Royce has collaborated with a local Mexican artist — in 2017 he teamed up with Gerardo Ortiz on the all-bachata song “Moneda” — it's the first time he's merged the two genres, and the end result is the chef's . kiss. — GRISELDA FLORES

Luis Fonsi, “Santiago” (Universal Music Latino)

Continuing with the theme of songs inspired by Latin American cities, Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Luis Fonsi continues his journey with the single “Santiago,” the third preview of his upcoming album. El Viaje. Written by Fonsi, Mauricio Rengifo, Andrés Torres and Keityn and augmented with string arrangements, the heartfelt ballad is about a couple who see that the good times in a relationship are in the past and decide to go their separate ways. “'Santiago' is about when in a relationship you feel an obvious disconnect — when they live on opposite poles but don't dare to accept reality,” the singer-songwriter expresses of the release. The song's video features a destruction montage that deepens the song's message. — LOUISA CALLE

Rusherking & Flor Alvarez, “Con Vos” (Fifty One)

As Advertising sign The editors predicted that a new generation of artists will keep cumbia music alive in 2024. “Con Vos”, a collaboration between Argentinian artist Rusherking and newcomer Flor Alvarez (one of Billboard On the Radar Latin artists) is proof of that. The feel-good track, produced by Emanero, is supported by traditional cumbia villera melodies and undertones of urban rhythms. “I spent the best days of my life with you, let's get back to it/ The same look, the same desire to give you a kiss/ I don't know if you remember, we used to be happy with a little money/ And now that I'm doing better, I want to get back together you,” says the sweet chorus. A well-known urban act, Rusher has flirted with other genres in the past, including bachata and now cumbia. For Flor, on the other hand, it's the kind of thing that makes her a local household name (she went viral on TikTok thanks to singing cumbia covers on the streets and trains of Argentina). — JESSICA ROSE

Jacob Collier feat. Camilo, “Mi Corazón” (Hajanga Records)

English singer-songwriter Jacob Collier teams up with Colombian star Camilo on this sweet, upbeat bilingual pop song about the concept of love evolving over time. Written by the two artists during an online mosque in Los Angeles after they met in Japan, “Mi Corazón” alternates between soft, tender lyrics and a loud chorus that will make you laugh: “My heart/ Mi corazón, mi corazón/ My heart/ Tú siempre vas a estar en mi corazón.” The music video, directed by Ben Proulx, is as happy and powerful as the track, with salutary images of children playing in different scenes.

“Camilo is without a doubt one of my favorite people and musical forces on the planet,” Collier said in a press release. “I'm so happy this song is out there!” Camilo added: “Working with such a musical genius can be intimidating, but I can honestly say that working with him on 'Mi Corazón' was one of the most enlightening, creative and personal experiences I've ever had.” The song is the latest single from Collier's upcoming album Djesse Vol. 4will be released on February 29th. — SIGAL RATNER-ARIAS

Damian, “Me Enamoro” (WOW! Oficina de Artistas)

Colombian singer-songwriter Damian has released his latest single, “Me Enamoro,” which is the perfect love letter. Combining vallenato, sweet Latin pop and refreshing tropical sounds, Damian's soft and loving vocals describe that true, genuine love that cannot be compared and is felt by the soul. “Me Enamoro” was written, arranged and produced by Damian and multi-Latin Grammy Award winner Luis Ortega. The accompanying video was directed by Harlyn Camargo and produced by Harlyn Go Inc., and was shot between the Spanish cities of Madrid and Seville. — INGRID FAJARDO

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