Some of Latin music’s biggest acts have been added to the list of artists and nominees scheduled to perform at the 31st edition of Univision’s “Premio Lo Nuestro,” the longest-running music awards show on U.S. Spanish-language television. Featuring world premieres, chart-topping hits, new categories and the most varied lineup ever, “Premio Lo Nuestro” will usher in a new era in its incomparable history on Thursday, February 21, at 7 p.m. ET live on Univision from the AmericanAirlines Arena in Miami.
The artists added to the stellar line up are Anuel AA, Lele Pons who is a Venezuelan social media music star that will premiere her new single with Fuego during the pre-show. In addition, Prince Royce, Farruko, Piso 21, Intocable, De La Ghetto, Pedro Capó, Silvestre Dangond, and Lali will also perform. “Premio Lo Nuestro” recognizes the best in Latin music and showcases star-studded performances, worldwide premieres and current hits that will be topping the charts this year. This 31st edition will feature newer music and include seven new categories representing today’s ever-expanding musical tastes: Sierreño Artist of the Year, Replay Song of the Year, Single of the Year, Crossover Collaboration of the Year, Remix of the Year, Social Artist of the Year, and Tour of the Year.
The February 21 live event from Miami kicks off the annual Latin music awards season. Univision’s production team has once again partnered with the award winning and critically acclaimed producer, musician and composer, Sergio George, as musical director for the telecast.
Fans voted online from January 8th through January 21 for their favorites among 91 artists in 28 award categories. Nominations were based on the top 1,000 current and recurrent songs in Spanish and English with the most plays on Univision’s Uforia radio stations from January 1st to October 31st of 2018. To review the 2019 “Premio Lo Nuestro” nominees list click here. Tickets to the award show can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com or just click here.
This year, Univision’s “Premio Lo Nuestro” enters a new era ushered in by one of its most impressive roster of artists and nominees ever. The first artists confirmed to perform are also nominated for this year's “Premio Lo Nuestro”- Marc Anthony, Thalia, Daddy Yankee, Natti Natasha, Reik, and Christian Nodal. In its 31st edition, the 2019 production has once again partnered with the award winning and critically acclaimed producer, musician and composer, Sergio George, as musical director for the telecast. Featuring newer music and hopefully representing most all Latin music genres , “Premio Lo Nuestro” will be televised live on Univision starting at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 21, from the AmericanAirlines Arena in Miami, Florida. Fan voting has officially ended and those interested in attending the award show can buy tickets at Ticketmaster.com or just click here. To review the 2019 “Premio Lo Nuestro” nominees list click here.
The 30th edition of Univision’s “Premio Lo Nuestro a la Música Latina” (PLN30) celebrated the best of Latin music this past Thursday at the American Airlines Arena in Downtown Miami, Florida in a spectacle of color and sound that gathered the best artists of all time. Unlike previous galas, PLN30 focused on commemoration rather than competition and featured an extraordinary array of talent onstage of the longest-running Latin award's show.
Highlighting the role of women and sending a message of empowerment, “Premio Lo Nuestro” made history this year by featuring more women than ever. For the first time, three women, Lili Estefan, Alejandra Espinoza and Laura Pausini, hosted the epic night, while Giselle Blondet, Chiquinquirá Delgado and Myrka Dellanos recalled the best PLN moments of the last 30 years as hosts of the magenta carpet. In addition, the female singer with the most PLN awards, Olga Tañón, joined Natalia Jiménez, Victoria “La Mala” and Natti Natasha to salute Latinas everywhere.
Other memorable moments included:
A musical number by award-winning producer Sergio George kicked off the live three-hour transmission with chart-toppers Daddy Yankee, Jhonny Ventura, Laura Pausini, Milly Quezada, Pepe Aguilar, Pitbull, Víctor Manuelle, and Bad Bunny on stage together for the first time.
The evening included a special recognition to the International icons Emilio and Gloria Estefan for their pioneering work as Latin music ambassadors and inspiration for new generations of artists. Leslie Grace, Il Volo and Victor Manuelle took the stage for a medley of the Estefan’s greatest hits.
Banda MS paid an emotional tribute to Mexican singer-songwriter Joan Sebastian and David Bisbal gave an impassioned rendition of José José’s “El Triste,” while Silvestre Dangond sang Lalo Rodríguez’s “Ven Devórame Otra Vez,” the first winning song of the inaugural PLN in 1989.
After almost five years, Wisin & Yandel hit the stage of PLN to sing together again. The dynamic duo was recognized for their musical career by Alejandro Fernandez and Olga Tañon.
Son by Four vocalist Angel Lopez returned to the stage alongside Piso 21, and Laura Pausini presented her new single “Nadie Ha Dicho” with Sergio George on piano.
Celebrated singer-songwriter Ricardo Montaner delighted the audience singing his popular romantic ballads with his daughter Evaluna Montaner and sons Mau y Ricky.
PLN30 had the most television premieres in its history, including “Dura” by Daddy Yankee, who participated in three musical numbers this year.
J Balvin teamed up with Brazilian singer Anitta and Aruban newcomer Jeon for a spectacular performance of his latest hit “Machika.” Maluma and Brazil’s Nego do Borel performed for the first time on TV their new hit “Corazón.” Other surprise first-time collaborations included Alejandro Fernández with Los Tigres del Norte; Bad Bunny and J Balvin, and Ozuna with Romeo Santos.
Olga Tañon ended the night on a high note alongside Chyno Miranda, got the audience dancing to her new hit “Como en Las Vegas.”
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,Twitter, Instagram, 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.
Regresa "Premio Lo Nuestro" con un toque diferente y especial. Univision celebrará lo mejor de Lo Nuestro en las últimas tres décadas. Este año la música hispana estará de fiesta: Univison celebrará la entrega número 30 de "Premio Lo Nuestro", sus galardones más importantes con una ceremonia diferente en la que se mezclará nostalgia, tradición y lo mejor de tres décadas de música. En esta ocasión, la celebración que se llevará a cabo el 22 de febrero de 2018 en el American Airlines Arena de Miami no otorgará reconocimientos por categorías, sino premiará a lo mejor de nuestra cultura musical de las últimas tres décadas. En el magno evento, una leyenda viviente de la música será celebrada por una nueva generación de estrellas, formando parte de un dueto histórico en el escenario. Por si fuera poco, los artistas más populares de la actualidad estarán interpretando los éxitos de las más grandes figuras de la música hispana como Celia Cruz, Juan Gabriel, Selena, Jenni Rivera, Joan Sebastian y Rocío Dúrcal. Además, una serie de artistas considerados inigualables en su género serán reconocidos y darán muestra de su talento sobre el escenario. Hasta ahora los confirmados son Olga Tañon, Ozuna, Maluma, Bad Bunny, Romeo Santos, y Victoria La Mala. Boletos para este magno evento ya están a la venta aquí. Source: Univision
In just a few hours the third Premios Tu Mundo (Your World Awards) will take place in the sunshine state of Miami, Fla. The celebrities from hosts, presenters, performers and fans are all set for 7 p.m., well those living in the East coast that is. Those living nearby are lucky to be a part of the action and those that can't be there then watch on Telemundo.
David Bisbal
Here are some rehearsal photos to share while we wait for the celebrity carpet and the award show to start.
Alexis y Fido
So who is your favorite to win tonight?
General Gadiel y Yandel
En unas horas llegara la tercera premiación de Premios Tu Mundo por Telemundo en vivo y directo desde la capital del sol Miami, Fla. Aquí comparto algunas fotos de los ensayos.
Gerardo Ortiz
Juanes
Gabriel Coronel
Olga Tañon
Beto Cuevas
Lucero
Photo credits: Telemundo
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