Daddy Yankee breaks records at the 'Choli' in Puerto Rico

Global music icon and music trendsetter Daddy Yankee closed out his Con Calma Pa’l Choli concert series Sunday, December 29 in record breaking fashion. The one-of-a-kind concert series broke records by becoming the highest grossing concert series ever held in Puerto Rico with 12 sold-out shows and more than 170,000 tickets sold in one month.

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Produced by Puerto Rican concert promoter Rafael Pina, Con Calma Pal’ Choli initially sold-out 10 concerts. Two additional matinee concerts were added to Daddy Yankees schedule for Saturday, December 14 and 28 which sold-out in a matter of hours. 

This past Saturday’s matinee concert - December 28 - was dedicated to Puerto Rico’s youth, and was made especially to inspire them to pursue their dreams. As an added extra, Daddy Yankee surprised the first 1,000 kids with a special edition Sikiri Santa t-shirt. In addition, Daddy Yankee invited a group from the deaf community to experience their first-ever concert alongside an interpreter, as well as hosted a special group of youth from multiple projects in Puerto Rico. To this day, Daddy Yankee has been the only artist to ever perform two concerts on the same date and on multiple dates.

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For almost three hours, the artist known for his global hit and 2019’s most watched video on YouTube “Con Calma”, performed 34 songs which included multiple medleys celebrating more than his 15-year trajectory. The set list included some of his most iconic songs and reggaeton classics - “Rompe”, “Machucando”, “Gata Gangster”, “Mayor que yo”, “Latigazo” and “Segurosky”. The genre pioneer also performed  global hits “Shaky Shaky”, “Gasolina”, “Despacito”, “Dura”, “Con Calma” and his latest worldwide #1 global hit song “Que Tire Pa’ Lante”. In true Puerto Rican fashion, Daddy Yankee surprised fans by ending his concert with pleneros who joined the award-winning artist on stage to bid farewell to the evenings audience.

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With evening performances spanning almost three hours, the musical journey highlighted the global icon’s record-breaking career in true reggaeton fashion. The Daddy Yankee experience took audiences through his childhood memories and brought high-energy special appearances by fellow artists Luis Fonsi, Ozuna, Bad Bunny, Wisin & Yandel, Natti Natasha, Lunay, Brytiago, Nicky Jam and Zion & Lennox.

 

Special guests Nicky Jam, Natti Natasha and Zion & Lennox

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Con Calma Pa’l Choli concert series is Daddy Yankee’s first solo appearance in 12 years in Puerto Rico. As one of the few artists to have a global audience that transcends generations, the Big Boss did not disappoint with his record-breaking concert run series witnessed by locals and tourists alike. Daddy Yankee not only produced the biggest show to be presented on Puerto Rican soil, but showed the world why he’s still the Big Boss, and that he’s here to stay.

    

Daddy Yankee celebrating his successful concert series closure 

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Sources: Nevarez Communications & Daddy Yankee Facebook

Ozuna makes big announcements - a tour and new album release

Ozuna, Latin music most influential artist, is set to release his latest album and kick off the year 2020 with a tour. His third full-length album, Nibiru, is scheduled to be released Friday, November 29, 2019. Fans have the opportunity to pre-save the album here.

As for Ozuna's 2020 tour, also titled the same as his new album, will stop at 26 cities in the US with additional cities to be added. Tickets for the US portion of the tour will go on sale soon. To keep up to date with tour information, click here.

With over 69 titles on the Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart in the last 3 years, fans of the superstar can expect a plethora of his song hits performed as he only can do in the genre: live with a full music band and a state-of-the-art lights, sound and pyrotechnics; in addition to new fan favorites from his upcoming album Nibiru.

Latin Music superstar Ozuna is a multi-platinum Puerto Rican singer/songwriter leading the wave of the new generation of Latin music artists. Among his numerous achievements, in 2019 he broke the record as the biggest winner in a single year in the history of the Billboard Latin Music Awards. He also won Contemporary Latin Songwriter of the Year at the 2019 BMI Awards and made the 2019 Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential People list. 

In addition, Ozuna currently holds four Guinness World Records' official titles for his impressive musical achievements and ranks among 2019 Nielsen Music Mid Year Top 5 Latin Artists and Top 5 Latin Albums. In 2018 he was named YouTube’s most-viewed artist globally and also holds the record as the artist with the most videos with over one billion views, seven in total. 

His debut studio album Odisea became the longest-leading No. 1 album by a male artist on Billboard’s Top Latin Albums charts, with an impressive 46 weeks atop; while his second studio album Aura debuted No. 7 on the all-genre Billboard 200 chart and remained #1 in the Top Latin Albums chart for 17 weeks.

Ozuna has an impressive collection of chart-topping collaborations with the biggest names in Latin urban music, like Daddy Yankee, Luis Fonsi, and Nicky Jam; as well as globally acclaimed megastars Cardi B, Selena Gomez, Jennifer Lopez, Snoop Dogg, and Rosalia, among many others. 

He continues to make headlines worldwide with the explosive single “Hasta Que Salga el Sol.” Within two weeks, the song’s unbelievable music video amassed over 34 million views and counting. Helmed by award-winning director Colin Tilley [“Taki, Taki”] (Rihanna, Justin Bieber, Nicki Minaj], the extraterrestrial clip literally takes Ozuna to another universe altogether mirrored by the otherworldly fusion of reggaeton, alternative rhythms, and tropical pop.

Last but not least, Ozuna fans don't miss his performance at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City on Thursday, November 28.

Follow Ozuna on: Instagram ozuna, Facebook @ozunapr, Twitter @Ozuna_Pr, and Youtube Ozuna.

Sources Tapiz Media & Artist Solutions

La Gran Noche de los Fernández en los Latin Grammys ~ A Great Evening with the Fernandez' at the Latin Grammys

Este jueves pasado se hizo historia en los Premios Latin Grammy desde Las Vegas y para mi fue uno de los mejores momentos. El momento más épico que muchos recordaran en la historia de la música latina y mexicana. Tres generaciones se lucieron en el vigésimo Latin Grammys, los Fernández cantando juntos - Alex Fernández, Vicente Fernández y Alejandro Fernández. Y luego Ricky Martin tuvo el honor de entregarle a Don Vicente  Fernández el Premio de la Presidencia.

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This past Thursday history was made at the Latin Grammy Awards held in Las Vegas and for me it was one of the best moments of the evening. The most epic moment that many will remember in the history of Latin amd Mexican music. Three generations that showed off at the 20th Latin Grammys, the Fernandez' performing together - Alex Fernandez, Vicente Fernandez and Alejandro Fernandez. And after, Ricky Martin had the honors to present Mr. Vicente Fernandez the Presidential Award.

The 2019 Latin Grammy Awards' performers are...

The Latin Recording Academy has added additional performers to the 20th Annual Latin Grammy Awards show. Beto Cuevas, Alicia Keys, Miguel, Residente, Calibre 50, Farruko, Leonel García, Ozuna, Fito Páez, Milly Quezada, Tony Succar, Carlos Rivera, and Prince Royce will entertain the attendees and of course their fans.

They join previously announced artists: Pepe Aguilar, Aitana, Anitta, Paula Arenas, Bad Bunny, Camilo, Pedro Capó, Alessia Cara, Julio Reyes Copello, Kany García, Darell, De La Ghetto, Paula Fernandes, Alejandro Fernandez, Alex Fernandez, Vicente Fernandez, Dimelo Flow, Fonseca, Luis Fonsi, Greeicy, Intocable, Natalia Jimenez, Juanes,  Los Angeles Azules, Mariachi Sol de Mexico de José Hernandez, Nella, Christian Nodal, Reik, Draco Rosa, Rosalía, Alejandro Sanz, Ximena Sariñana, Sech, Olga Tañón, Tommy Torres, and Sebastian Yatra. Of the performers, a select group of 20 artists will interpret multiple iconic songs spanning various genres of Latin music, while commemorating the past 20 years of excellence and the Latin Grammy Awards' 20th anniversary.

Ricky Martin, alongside internationally renowned actresses Roselyn Sánchez and Paz Vega, will host this years award show. The Latin Grammy Awards will be broadcasted live on the Univision Network Thursday, November 14 starting at p.m. ET/PT (7 p.m. Central) from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

For more information and the latest news, visit the official Latin Recording Academy website at LatinGrammy.com. Also follow the Latin Recording Academy on Facebook (LatinGrammys), Twitter (@LatinGrammys) or Instagram (@LatinGrammys). 

Latin Grammy Premiere ceremony lineup presents...

The biggest night in Latin music, the Latin Grammy Premiere ceremony, will kick off with performances by current nominees Anavitória, Cami, Luis Enrique & C4 Trío, and Leiva. In addition, the first Latin Grammy awards of the night - 39 of the 50 Latin Grammy Awards - will be presented by current nominees El David Aguilar, Albita, Flor De Toloache, Andres Gimenez (A.N.I.M.A.L), Mastodonte, Nach, and Nella. Jose Cid this year's Lifetime Achievement Award recipient will also be a presenter. 

The exclusive event to be hosted by singer/songwriter and actress Lali will be broadcasted globally via Latin Grammys Facebook Live on Thursday, November 14 beginning at 4:30 p.m. ET/1:30 p.m. PT from the MGM Grand Conference Center in Las Vegas. Following the Latin Grammy Premiere is the 20th Annual Latin Grammy Awards live on Univision from the MGM Grand Garden Arena starting at 8 p.m. ET/PT (7 p.m. Central).  Additionally, the telecast will be distributed internationally to more than 80 countries.
  
This year marks the Latin Grammy Awards' 20th anniversary in which it will showcase a star-studded milestone celebration. It will feature historical moments, reunions, tributes, and one-of-a-kind performances from nominees, past winners, and legends who will come together to honor 20 years of Latin music legacy and excellence.

Latin Grammys Facebook Live will also offer exclusive behind-the-scenes coverage of the 20th Annual Latin Grammy Awards. The live stream will include interviews from various locations, including the red carpet, backstage, and the media center. In addition, Latin Grammy week attendants will also enjoy a personalized experience while in Las Vegas via the all-new Latin Grammy app available on Google Play and the App Store.

For more information and the latest news, visit the official Latin Recording Academy website at LatinGrammy.com. Also follow the Latin Recording Academy on Facebook (LatinGrammys), Twitter (@LatinGrammys) or Instagram (@LatinGrammys). 

Romeo Santos hace historia en el Metlife Stadium

La noche de ayer en el Metlife Stadium de New Jerseyquedó tatuada en el corazón de más 60 mil fanáticos que dijeron presente  en el histórico concierto ofrecido por el rey de la bachata Romeo Santos. Un total de 22 canciones para una presentación que duro cuatro horas junto a los invitados sorpresas, entre ellos los bachateros legendarios Raulin Rodriguez, El Chaval, Zacarias Ferreira, Joe Veras, Elvis Martinez, Frank Reyes, Luis Vargas y Kiko Rodriguez. Y representando las estrellas de la música urbana Ozuna  y Wisin & Yandel.

El momento épico de esta mágica noche fue el cierre cuando sus compañeros de Aventura, se unieron a Romeo para interpretar sus clásicos y su más reciente éxito “Inmortal”. Hasta sorprendieron a sus fanáticos al invitar a la rapera Cardi B a cantar junto a ellos. Fue una noche donde no solo Romeo Santos volvió a coronarse como el rey de la bachata sino donde también se coronó como un icono de la música latina. 

Santos también recibió en el día de ayer disco doble platino por las ventas de su álbum Utopía y un reconocimiento especial por Pandora. Y si fuera poco, Romeo Santos sobrepaso al grupo legendario de rock U2 convirtiendo su concierto en el de mayor recaudación en una noche. O sea un concierto vendido a su totalidad y el primer artista latino en lograrlo.

Fuente: Artist Solutions

Daddy Yankee, Jennifer Lopez, Ozuna and others to perform at iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina

Marc Anthony performing at the 2018 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina

The sixth annual mega-concert, iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina, will celebrate the best in Latin music Saturday, November 2 once again at AmericanAirlines Arena in Miami. The concert celebrates the best of artists and performers in Latin music today. The first artists announced thus far include Jennifer Lopez, Daddy Yankee, Jowell & Randy, Tito El Bambino and Ozuna.

The 2019 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina will once again bring the power and unforgettable performances of the iHeartRadio Music Festival to Latin music. The star-studded event will video stream live exclusively on LiveXLive.com and broadcast live on iHeartMedia Spanish-Pop, Tropical, regional Mexican and Spanish Adult Hit radio stations nationwide on Saturday, November 2.

"Every year we proudly host some of the most influential artists in Latin Music and this year will be no different,” said Enrique Santos, Chairman and Chief Creative Officer for iHeartLatino. “We are thrilled to welcome one of the most important young artists in Spanish pop, Ozuna, as well as the acclaimed “Big Boss” of reggaetón Daddy Yankee and the world’s hottest entertainer and icon Jennifer Lopez."

The iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina is part of iHeartMedia’s roster of incredibly successful, nationally-recognized concert events including the iHeartRadio Music Festival, iHeartRadio Music Awards, the nationwide iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Concert Tour, the iHeartCountry Festival, iHeartRadio Wango Tango, iHeartRadio ALTer Ego and iHeartRadio Podcast Awards.

Beginning Monday, September 30, iHeartMedia will launch a three-week nationwide promotion to give thousands of Latin music fans across the country the opportunity to win trips to Miami to experience the 2019 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina. The promotion will run on all iHeartMedia Spanish-language stations as well as on iHeartRadio and on additional radio stations in key markets across the country.

Tickets are currently on sale at Ticketmaster.com. To purchase tickets, click here. And make sure to follow iHeartRadio for all their events and of course music.

Source: iHeartRadio