Anitta to Perform at Latin Grammy Awards (EXCLUSIVE)

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorThe Weeknd, who began sounding off on social media on Tuesday night over his being shockingly shut out of Grammy nominations in a year he dominated, kept up his criticism on Wednesday afternoon, posting a statement on Instagram that reads:“Collaboratively planning a performance for weeks to not being invited? In my opinion zero nominations = you’re not invited!”What that refers to, sources tell Variety, is the following:Along with most of the rest of the world, The

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorToward the end of a dramatic day that saw The Weeknd, whose music has dominated 2020, shut out of all Grammy nominations, leading him to accuse the Recording Academy of corruption and a lack of transparency, Recording Academy chief Harvey Mason, jr.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorThe Weeknd’s absence from all Grammy nominations in a year that he dominated the music scene and the charts has astonished nearly all observers, and the artist himself has leveled an accusation of corruption against the Recording Academy.“The Grammys remain corrupt,” he wrote on social media. “You owe me, my fans and the industry transparency…”The Grammys remain corrupt.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorOn the day of the Grammy nominations, many observers were surprised at the big look Justin Bieber and his “Changes” album and its singles received — four nominations, including Best Pop Solo Performance (for “Yummy”), Best Pop Duo/Group Performance (“Intentions,” featuring Quavo), Best Pop Vocal Album, and Best Country Duo/Group Performance (for his feature on Dan + Shay’s “10,000 Hours”).But on a day when such major R&B artists as The Weeknd, Alicia Keys, Summer

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorThe Grammy Awards nominations are always a cascade of joy and tears, but this year is exceptional for a number of reasons.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorThe annual nominations for the Grammy Awards are always full of surprises.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorPuerto Rican singer-rapper Bad Bunny cancelled his scheduled performance on the American Music Awards Sunday night after testing positive for coronavirus.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorThe Weeknd literally lit up Los Angeles with his American Music Awards performance, setting a new standard for the how-to-get-creative-with-social-distancing-during-an-awards show.Playing a pyro-loaded medley of “Your Eyes” and “Save Your Tears,” the performance started off with a solo from superstar saxist Kenny G — who performs on the song’s remix — before cutting to The Weeknd, dressed as the red-suited, busted-nose character featured in the artwork, videos and

Variety Staff Follow Us on TwitterThe Latin Grammy Awards took place on Thursday, Nov. 19 awarding the year’s top artists in Latin music.

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Travis Scott is a Latin GRAMMY winner! The 29-year-old rapper won Best Short Form Music Video for «TKN,» his collaboration with Rosalia, at the awards show on Thursday night. This is Scott's first Latin GRAMMY nomination and win, while Rosalia has earned eight Latin GRAMMYs over the course of her career, out of 15 nominations. Rosalia also has a GRAMMY for Best Latin Rock, Urban or Alternative Album, for her album,and was nominated for Best New Artist at the awards show earlier this year.

Yalitza Aparicio is bringing her fashion A-game to the Latin GRAMMY Awards. The star — who hostedthe ceremony with singer Carlos Rivera and TV host Ana Brenda — wowed on the red carpet in a stunning fuchsia look on Thursday. Aparicio, 26, wore a striking two-piece ensemble by Helo Rocha, featuring pants and a matching top.

Marc Anthony brought the passion to the 2020 Latin GRAMMYs stage.

Bad Bunny brought the Latin GRAMMY Awards to Puerto Rico! The reggaetonero performed a couple songs from his homeland at the awards ceremony on Thursday, starting with his track with Yaviah, «Bichiyal.» That performance looked like a scene out of but the 26-year-old artist completely switched it up for his next song. Bad Bunny — who won Best Urban Music Album for his record, ,last year -- then transitioned into «Si Veo a Tu Mama,» which he performed on a colorful stage. Bad Bunny is one of the

 J Balvin  has earned himself yet another Guinness World Records title, being named the artist with the most Latin GRAMMY nominations in a year with a whopping 13 nominations.The 21st Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards are happening tonight in Miami, Florida, but even before the festivities begin, J Balvin has won big.

Latin GRAMMYs!The biggest names in Latin music reunited in Miami on Thursday to celebrate another year of great music and accomplishments.

Pitbull celebrated frontline workers at the Latin GRAMMY Awards on Thursday night — by sharing the stage with them at the awards show. The 39-year-old performer’s band was made up of those working to save lives amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Karol G is all about girl power! The 29-year-old singer brought the house down while performing during Thursday's Latin GRAMMY Awards. Karol kicked off her set by singing her collaboration with Nicki Minaj, titled «Tusa.»Dressed in a sequin pink cape, standing atop of a staircase with a handful of dancers, Karol belted out the opening lyrics.

J Balvin just proved why he's this year's most nominated artist at the Latin GRAMMY Awards. The Colombian singer took the stage at the awards ceremony on Thursday to perform his song «Rojo.»The 35-year-old star emerged from behind a giant installation of praying hands.

Latin GRAMMY Awards! The show, anchored in Miami, Florida, but included performances shot across the globe, kicked off on Thursday. Latinx superstars like Leslie Grace, Sebastian Yatra, Prince Royce and Karol G all posed for the camera ahead of ceremony wearing next-level looks. Grace was hard to miss in a gorgeous purple gown by Dundas.