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From professional milestones and new music releases to major announcements and more, Billboard editors highlight the latest Latin music news every week. Here’s what happened in the World of Latin Music this week:
Selena Gomez will be revered at the Hispanic Heritage Awards
The Hispanic Heritage Foundation announced that Selena Gomez will win the ARTS Award when the 33rd annual Hispanic Heritage Awards were broadcast on PBS on October 6. Selena Gomez will be enrolled in Bad Bunny (Vision Award), Jessica Alba (Business Award) and American Essential Agricultural Workers (Heroes Award) in the television broadcast, with more winners and artists to be announced in the coming weeks.
“The Hispanic Heritage Foundation is very happy to recognize Selena Gómez with the Arts Award because it has an effect on American and world culture through his music, films and courage as an advocate of intellectual fitness,” said José Antonio Tijerino, president and ceo. HHF. ” There is strength in vulnerability and Selena has made it appropriate to communicate about difficult problems that we all face, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Selena is a role-playing style for many other people for many reasons. Hispanic Heritage Awards”.
Star pairing for Latin Music Week
J Balvin and Deepak Chopra, Pharrell Williams and Rosalia, Gustavo Dudamel and Carlos Vives and Ozuna and Afo Verde will present in question-and-answer conversations the week of the 30th anniversary of Latin music, this year’s occasion will take place almost on their new dates from October 20 to 23.
Celebrating its 30th anniversary as the oldest and largest Latin music industry, the immersive three-day delight of Latin music, culture and entertainment will come with intimate conversations through artists, industry panels, workshops and presentations. in the coming weeks. To reserve an electronic seat and get updates, confirm your support here.
Baja Beach Fest gets a second weekend
Baja Beach Fest has announced a weekend of moments for 2021, with urban superstars Anuel AA, J Balvin and Ozuna. The number two weekend of the three-day festival will take place from August 20 to 22, 2021 (the first weekend is scheduled to take place from August 13-15, 2021). Last month, the organizers announced that they had sold all tickets to the festival. A total of 35,000 three-day passes starting at $329 were sold in approximately 4 weeks, making it one of the first sales to sell for a 2021 pandemic festival.
Virtual telethon El Grito
The Grito becomes virtual for its 2020 edition amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The first virtual telethon, traditionally performed on the steps of the City Of Los Angeles, will feature musical performances by artists such as Los Tucanes de Tijuana, La Santa Cecilia, Ozomatli and El Conjunto Nueva Ola, among others. The telethon will also highlight the many contributions the Latin American network has made to the culture, history and economy of Los Angeles. Find out more about the televised occasion here.
“Rocks of New Hampshire!” To Carlos Santana!
Carlos Santana is about to bring music education to thirteen New Hampshire schools thanks to the Miracle Foundation’s partnership with the New Hampshire Department of Education, Little Kids Rock and Graystone Builders. Raising $85,000 for “New Hampshire Rocks!” The state-level program aims to expand students’ schooling opportunities by allowing them to create, play, and attach music. Learn more about “New Hampshire Rocks!” Here.
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