Latin Artist on the Rise: Virlan García Talks Staying Relevant in the Regional Mexican Genre

Regional Mexican and rap collide on the Hot Latin Songs chart’s top 10 as Banda MS de Sergio Lizárrga and Snoop Dogg’s “Que Maldición” debuts at No. 4 on the May 16 survey. It’s the highest debut for a regional Mexican song since Joan Sebastian’s “Me Gusta” arrived at No. 3 on August 2015. Prior to that, Los Huracanes del Norte took the baton in 2007 with “Volé Muy Alto” (No. 4 debut). Their first collaboration arrives in the

By John Hopewell

Counter-terror cops are probing whether a ‘bomb’ left in the shadow of Edinburgh Castle was the work of Central American anarchists, the Record can reveal.

In a new Billboard Live Q&A that took place on Cinco de Mayo, special guest El Fantasma talked all about his new music, quarantine life, and other passions.The Regional Mexican artist, who was also celebrating his wedding anniversary on May 5th, told Billboard that his quarantine routine consisted of waking up, cooking breakfast, helping his kids with their school work, playing outside, watching a movie, and then taking a late-night walk with his wife.He then talked about his current single

"First Stream Latin" is a compilation of the best new Latin songs, albums and videos recommended by the Billboard Latin editors. Check out this week's picks below.Jesse & Joy, Aire (Warner Music Latina)The Mexican siblings' first studio album in five years is a collection of mostly upbeat songs marked by multiple rhythmic variations for an effect that’s cohesive but infinitely varied; think a shopping cart at a supermarket loaded with happy pop and acoustic pop/rock.

Live Nation blockbuster $480 million purchase of a controlling interest in Mexican promoter OCESA Entretenimiento has been put on hold because of the COVID-19 crisis, Live Nation chief executive Michael Rapino announced Thursday (May 7) on its first quarter earnings call.

Jenni Rivera notches her third posthumous top 10 on the Regional Mexican Airplay chart as “Engañémoslo” jumps 13-8.The tune was recorded by Rivera prior to her death in 2012 and co-written by Rivera alongside Espinoza Paz. It's also the theme song of a campaign launched by the Rivera family in support of women empowerment throughout Mexico and U.S.“I assumed she didn’t get to record it,” Paz commented via a press release.

After a two-week poll asking Billboard readers to pick their favorite quarantine-inspired Latin song, fans picked Adriana Rios as their winner.

She’s been on lockdown in Los Angeles with husband Joe Manganiello , lookalike niece Claudia and son Manolo since March but that hasn’t stopped Sofia Vergara being the hostess with the mostest. On May 5 she marked the Mexican fiesta with a jaw-dropping spread of food and decorations and, of course, adorable Bubbles the chihuahua played an integral role.

This year, Cinco de Mayo is looking quite different for many Latin artists who typically spend the holiday onstage.

By Nellie Andreeva

Cinco de Mayo is here!The Cinco de Mayo tradition, which is observed in the United States as a celebration of Mexican heritage and pride, commemorates the Mexican army’s victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, under the leadership of General Ignacio Zaragoza.Because the popular date is celebrated more in the U.S.

One of Mexico’s best-known protest singers, Oscar Chávez, has died at the age of 85, apparently after being infected with the coronavirus. Mexico's culture secretary confirmed the singer's death, but the Social Security Institute would not comment on local media reports saying he died Thursday of complications from COVID-19.

One of Mexico’s best-known protest singers, Oscar Chávez, has died at age 85, apparently after being infected with the coronavirus.

It's Cinco de Mayo next week, the Mexican holiday that marks the country's victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.

By Peter White

Thalia and her fans are on a roll during the quarantine, winning yet another Billboard poll.The Mexican singer and actress nabbed the crown for the '90s Latin pop star who should host a virtual concert, with nearly 27 percent of the votes.Gloria Trevi follows closely behind with more than 22 percent of the votes. Yuri wins third place with more than 17 percent.

 Eugenio Derbez ’s creativity and his fun-loving nature are without a doubt, his signature traits. It might be difficult to smile in such hard times, but for the Mexican actor, entertaining his fans and putting a smile on their face has become his mission during lockdown. The result? His latest TV project for Spanish language streaming service Pantaya, Deshecho en casa, a series of home videos where he shows his daily routines while in quarantine.

The fans have spoken, and they picked Thalia as their dream Latin quarantine buddy. Two weeks ago, Billboard asked fans to vote for the ideal Latin artist that they would like to spend quarantine with, highlighting 20 celebs including Bad Bunny, J Balvin, Anitta and Shakira, to name a few.Thalia’s beloved fans ultimately crowned their Mexican queen as the Latin quarantine buddy winner with 53.62 percent of the votes.