Bogotá Travel Journal: Gay-friendly Capital of Colombia

J Balvin is back with his latest album, Colores. As the title suggests, nine of the 10 songs are named after a Spanish word for a color. The sole exception is “Arcoíris,” which translates to rainbow in English. For the album art, the Colombia native collaborated with famed Japanese artist Takashi Murakami.

For J Balvin, what a difference a month — and a pandemic — makes.

The coronavirus has greatly impacted the music industry, causing cancellations of concerts and events worldwide. In order to keep la música en Español alive, Latin artists are getting creative on social media, performing live for their fans to bring them joy amid the stressful news cycle.

Being famous is not easy, especially when you’re a star like Karol G, who has been in the crosshairs since the early days of his career. With her career on the rise and the great success of Tusa, in addition to her relationship with Anuel AA, the Colombian singer has been the target of all kinds of accusations, which has come to affect her family circle.

In February, Latin music shone in unprecedented fashion thanks to two Latinas. Jennifer Lopez, who is Puerto Rican by way of the Bronx, and Colombian pop star Shakira co-headlined the Super Bowl halftime show in Miami. J.Lo waved a Puerto Rican flag and Shakira danced the Afro-Colombian Champeta in front of more than 62,000 people in the stadium and an additional 104 million home viewers.

Carlos Vives locks up his 19th top 10 on the Tropical Airplay chart (dated March 21) as “No Te Vayas” surges 19-9 in its second week on the list. It’s been seven months since the Colombian last visited the chart as he scored his eighth No. 1, when “Si Me Das Tu Amor,” with Wisin, landed atop the Aug. 17, 2019-dated list. “No Te Vayas” is the first single from Vives’ upcomi

As the coronavirus continues to spread throughout the world, Latin artists are looking for ways to stay connected with their fans and bring them joy amid the stressful news cycle.

The coronavirus epidemic has led to the cancelation of concerts big and small as fans are encouraged to stay home. So Spanish singer-songwriter Alejandro Sanz and Colombian rocker Juanes brought their music to the fans via a livestreamed concert.

Alejandro Sanz and Juanes were forced to postpone upcoming concerts due to the coronavirus pandemic, but fans will get the chance to see them perform, together, during a special livestreaming event on Sunday (March 15).

Coronavirus has led to the cancellation and postponement of concerts and tours, but it won't stop J Balvin from brightening up our days with his upcoming Colores album.On Thursday night, the Colombian powerhouse took to Instagram to ask his more than 36 million followers: "Mi gente, should we stop the release of Colores on March 20 or should we go out and give color in this gray moment?"Billboard reached out to Balvin's label, Universal Music, which confirmed that there are no changes to the

Joss Favela joins forces with Greeicy for a new, pop version of his 2019 song "La Magia de Tus Ojos," which premieres exclusively below on Billboard.It's the first time the regional Mexican singer-songwriter and Greeicy, Colombian up-and-coming artist, team up for a collaboration."Since the beginning, she really liked this song and well I've always wanted to work with her," Favela tells Billboard.The dreamy collaboration between the two crooners gives fans a re-imagined version of the ultra

You know what you need when the entire world appears to be falling apart? Puppies. And that's where J Balvin and his brand new, four-legged best friend come in. The Colombian reggaeton singer took to Instagram on Thursday to introduce fans to his new dog, Felicidad, which means «Happiness» in English.

Maluma’s 11:11 World Tour, currently in Europe, has been postponed due to the coronavirus disease reaching more than 40 countries, including Italy.

They had kept a low profile since we last saw them together back in January, but Maluma and Russian model Vivien Rubin’s relationship is going strong. The couple was first spotted shortly after Christmas during a ski trip to Aspen alongside the Colombian’s family; three months later, we have new romantic pictures of the singer with his stunning girl in Greece where it is easy to appreciate they are completely besotted with each other.

Colombian singer J Balvin and Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny are changing the game, one hit at a time. Making their crossover by singing in their native language and staying true to their sound, both Balvin (real name: José Álvaro Osorio Balvin) and Bunny (real name: Benito Antonio Martinez Ocasio) have brought reggaeton and Latin trap to the American market, catching the attention of artists such as Drake, Pharrell Williams, and Beyoncé.