La Musa Awards Unveil 2024 Inductees & More Uplifting Moments in Latin Music
From career milestones to new music releases to major announcements and those little important moments, Billboard editors highlight uplifting moments in Latin music. Here’s what happened in the Latin music world this week.
Matisse Celebrate 10 Years
Matisse — composed of Melisa, Román, and Pablo — celebrated its 10th anniversary this week at the Auditorio Nacional in Mexico City, where they performed their hits such as “Todo Nada,” “Fuerte No Soy,” “Eres Tú,” “Luis Miguel” and “No Disponible,” to name a few. Pedro Capó and Isabel Lascuraín from Pandora were the night’s special guests. With the latter, the Mexican pop group performed the iconic 1985 hit “Como Te Va Mi Amor.” “It’s a dream we always had from the beginning,” Román said in a press statement. “When I passed in front of the National Auditorium, I thought: ‘someday, someday I’m going to be there, someday we’re going to fill it.’ Today we are here and we have achieved it.” The anniversary concert occurred just days after Matisse wrapped their 14-date debut U.S. Bella Nostalgia tour.
La Musa Awards 2024
The Latin Songwriters Hall of Fame (LSHOF) announced its 2024 inductees and honorees to be recognized at the 2024 La Musa Awards on Nov. 12 in Miami. Hosted by Erika Ender, this year’s inductees are: Puerto Rican hitmaker Luny (real name: Francisco Saldana); Colombian producer & songwriter Julio Reyes Copello; and Mexican artist Saul Hernández of famed rock band Jaguares and Caifanes. The following artists will be honored with special awards: Draco Rosa (Living Legend Award); Ella Bric (La Musa Elena Casals Award); Kathy Spanberger (Ralph S. Peer Publisher Award); Luis Figueroa (Premio Triunfador); Luis Fonsi (Icon Award); Olga Guillot (La Musa Medal of Freedom, posthumous); and Gloria Estefan & the Miami Sound Machine’s “Conga” will be honored as The Song of All Time.
“Our mission is to elevate the voices of Latin music creators whose stories and songs have touched the hearts of millions around the world,” LSHOF chairman/CEO Rudy Perez said in a press statement. “This year’s inductees and honorees have not only defined Latin music but have also paved the way for future generations of songwriters. And we are proud that what was once an ambitious dream to establish this Latin Songwriters Hall of Fame and an annual awards ceremony….has not only become a reality but also a prestigious home for the best in our business.” For more information, click here.
Tainy’s Baby News
Earlier this week, Tainy (real name: Marcos Efraín Masís Fernández) revealed that he’s going to be a dad. The Latin hitmaker — known for creating some of Bad Bunny and Daddy Yankee’s biggest hits, among other reggaetón bangers — shared the news on his Instagram account in a joint post with his girlfriend, Yasi Ayala. A simple caption that reads, “3” shows two black-and-white photos of the couple. The first one is a close-up of both of their hands gracing Ayala’s baby bump. The second one a photo of the soon-to-be parents smiling. See the sweet baby announcement below.
Belinda & Anitta at Paris Fashion Week
Belinda and Anitta demonstrated a beautiful act of sisterhood during Paris Fashion Week. During the L’Oreal Paris Fashion Week show, where both artists strutted the catwalk, Belinda suffered a fall. She was able to gracefully recover thanks to the Brazilian artist, who helped her get up from the floor and even helped Belinda fix her outfit. “It doesn’t matter how many times you fall, what matters is how many times you get up. Thank you, Anitta,” the Mexican pop star immediately shared on her social media account following the incident.
Belinda is set speak at the 35th anniversary Billboard Latin Music Week, which will feature exclusive panels, conversations and performances by Latin music’s biggest stars. Tickets are available now here.
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