Friday, February 9, 2018

'Premio Lo Nuestro' will honor Emilio and Gloria Estefan and celebrate artists of the past, present and future


This year “Premio Lo Nuestro a la Música Latina” (PLN30) honors and celebrates the top and most popular Latin music artists of the past and present, reliving and re-imagining the legendary sounds of the last three decades.

In a historic night that showcases what has made Latin music “lo nuestro” (ours), Univision raises the bar by celebrating legends together with today’s megastars and future chart-toppers making global waves via streaming and social media to create one-of-a-kind moments. On the PLN stage, global music has debuted, first-time collaborations have been unveiled, Latin music has been recognized and honored, and generations of listeners have been united around the world.

Among the confirmed artists for the PLN30 gala night include Grammy award-winning power couple Emilio and Gloria Estefan  will bring the crowd to their feet in recognition of their    contributions. Surprise guests will pay living tribute to their songs that traveled the world and opened doors for generations to follow. The Estefan's have a total of 12 PLN awards, including PLN’s  Excellence Award.

Reunited for the first time on TV, legendary urban music stars  Wisin & Yandel will perform on the PLN30 stage, where they have received over a dozen PLN awards. This amazing reunion will be an unforgettable performance of hits and new songs alike which will kick-off their upcoming world tour.  

PLN30’s stage will also welcome world-renowned artist, chart-topper and eight-time PLN award-winner J Balvin, marking the TV debut of his latest hit “Machika.” J Balvin will perform with Brazilian singing and social media sensation Anitta, and Aruban producer, singer and songwriter Jeon, both taking the PLN stage for the first time.

The list of big names for the celebration continues with the return of renowned singer Alejandro Fernandez premiering a new song; all-time popular pop/ballad global superstar Ricardo Montaner,  who appeared in PLN’s first broadcast, will perform some of his biggest hits; banda music favorite Banda MS will bring their mega streaming hit to TV for the first time;  and Intocable will perform an all-time fan favorite.

Plus, hailing from Colombia, Piso 21 will give new life to a classic Latin hit; and Silvestre Dangond will continue making memorable moments at PLN with a performance of his new hit single as well as a tribute to the first song ever awarded at PLN. 

The power of Latina women will also be present in another PLN30 first. Powerhouse singers Natalia Jimenez, Natti  Natasha  and Victoria ‘La Mala’, along with Olga Tañón, come together across generations, nationalities and music genres in a striking musical performance celebrating the power and beauty of diverse women, as well as Tañón’s distinguished musical career, which includes 30 PLN awards.

The star-studded gala will open with a performance produced by 18-time Grammy and Latin Grammy award-winning producer  Sergio George. George, who has worked with music icons such as Celia Cruz, La India, Marc Anthony, Prince Royce, and Jesse & Joy, will bring together several artists to the stage for an epic musical experience blending diverse sounds, styles and rhythm that will represent generations, genres and cultures in one musical explosion. All these artists join previously announced artists  Ozuna, Bad Bunny, Romeo Santos, Olga Tañon and Victoria ‘La Mala’.

Music fans are reminded they can join the conversation and comment on Facebook,TwitterInstagram, and Snapchat via PremioLoNuestro or by using hashtag #PLN30 on their favorite social media platforms.

And of course don't forget the 30th “Premio Lo Nuestro a la Música Latina” gala will broadcast live on Univision Network and via streaming on Univision NOW starting at 7 p.m. ET/PT (6 p.m. CT) from AmericanAirlines Arena in Miami on Thursday, February 22.

PLN fans interested in attending the celebration can find tickets at PremioLoNuestro.com and TicketMaster.com.

Source: Univision Communications Inc.

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