Fifth Harmony Taking Latin America By Storm

Lauren Jauregui, Camila Cabello and Ally Brooke Hernandez are taking South America by storm…

The Latina singers and their fellow Fifth Harmony members have launched a well-crafted tour through South American that is slowly but surely building on the all-girl group’s growing Latin American appeal, taking them to Peru (June 22), Chile (June 24), Argentina (June 25) and, most prominently, Brazil, where they’ll play shows in five cities.

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“They’ve been stronger than we projected,” admits MOVE Concerts CEO Phil Rodriguez, who first brought Fifth Harmony to Latin America in 2014, when they played the Z Festival in Sao Paulo and Brasilia.

At that point, the group wasn’t even the festival opener; Austin Mahone was. Less than two years later, Fifth Harmony is almost selling out arenas.

“Sao Palo and Rio blew up immediately,” Rodriguez says. “They sold out in two, three days. In Chile, we originally put out 4,000 tickets [at Arena Movistar] and had to double the capacity.”

The tour was built on the success of those 2014 Brazilian dates, coupled with Sony’s push behind “Work From Home.”

Lima, Santiago and Buenos Aires were all brand-new markets for Fifth Harmony, as will be the Brazilian cities of Curitiba and Porto Alegre. To date, four out of eight Fifth Harmony shows are sell-outs, with most of them taking place at venues with a capacity of 4,500 to 5,500, except for Chile and Sao Paulo (7,500).

And while the quick sales did surprise Rodriguez, overall he expected good results.

“South America has always been a strong adolescent market,” says Rodriguez, who recently presented shows by Justin Bieber. In Argentina, for example, one of the strongest radio stations in the market is Radio Disney.

Beyond mainstream media, Fifth Harmony is an almost permanent Twitter trending topic in every market they touch. By 3 p.m. on Monday (June 27), for example, #5HnoBrasil (Fifth Harmony in Brazil), was the country’s top trending topic, with over half a million tweets.

#Welcometobrazilcamila — in reference to 5H’s Camila Cabello — was also a trending topic with over 10,000 mentions.

“Fifth Harmony is a classic case of an artist investing in the region and having management, agency, label and promoter work together to grow their market,” says Rodriguez.

Fifth Harmony Named to This Year’s Billboard 21 Under 21 List

Ally Brooke Hernandez, Camila Cabello and Lauren Jauregui are hot young stars

The Latina singers and their fellow Fifth Harmony members have earned a spot on Billboard’s 21 Under 21 list, the annual ranking of music’s most powerful minors.

Fifth Harmony

Fifth Harmony, the all-girl group created by Simon Cowell on the second season of The X Factor, has moved up from No. 21 last year to No. 5 on the 2014 list.

Since their formation, Hernandez, Cabello, Jauregui and the gang have earned love from a million Harmonizers, one of the most passionate online fanbases today, helping the ladies of Fifth Harmony continue to thrive a few years removed from their X Factor introduction.

Following their debut EP release last October, Fifth Harmony has spent much of 2014 on the road supporting artists like Demi Lovato and Austin Mahone on tour, winning over new fans while preparing for the release of their debut full-length album, Reflection.

The first single, “Bo$$,” flaunted a rhythmic new sound and became 5H’s biggest Billboard Hot 100 hit to date, ahead of Reflection’s November release.

Recently, Fifth Harmony has added some impressive honors to their list of accomplishments, earning the MTV Artist to Watch award at the MTV Video Music Awards, as well as the Favorite Band on Social Media award at the Shorties.

They recently released the second single from Reflection,Them Girls Be Like.”

But Fifth Harmony’s Latina singers aren’t the only Hispanic artists on the list…

Becky G makes her first-ever appearance on Billboard’s 21 Under 21 list.

The 17-year-old Mexican American singer, rapper, actress and CoverGirl model comes in at No. 9 on the list.

The L.A.-born Gomez has continued to build momentum since her Dr. Luke-produced debut single “Shower” reached No. 16 on the Billboard Hot 100 in August 2014. “Can’t Get Enough,” featuring Pitbull, spent a week at No. 1 on the Latin Rhythm Airplay chart in June and recent TV performances on the Today show and the 2014 Teen Choice Awards, among others, have brought even more attention to the Latina teen queen. Her strong social media following (she’s quickly approaching 5 million Facebook likes) has continued to rise as she tours with Katy Perry, Demi Lovato and Jason Derulo. With her debut full-length album set for release later this year, Becky G is on her way to becoming a bona fide power brand.

Meanwhile, the first Latino on this year’s list is Luis Coronel.

The 18-year-old regional Mexican singer, who comes in at No. 11, hadn’t even finished high school before he was trending on social media and showing up on the Billboard charts in 2013. One year later, he has a major teen following in the U.S. and beyond, as well as a thriving career under his belt.

The Del Records artist spent three weeks at No. 1 on the Regional Mexican Albums chart with Con La Frente En Alto in October 2013 and his single “Tenerte” spent three weeks at No. 1 on the Regional Mexican Airplay charts earlier this year.

He’s also had two top 10 hits on the Hot Latin Songs chart, has won trophies for new artist of the year at the 2014 Billboard Latin Music Awards and social media sensation on Telemundo‘s Premios Tu Mundo awards show, has served as a judge on the Mexican singing competition show La Academia Kids and has toured with major recording acts Julion Alvarez to Gerardo Ortiz. Next up for Coronel: a new album, Quiero Ser Tu Dueno, due on September 30.

Last, but certainly not least, Scotty McCreery comes in at No. 16 on this year’s list, down eight spots from his No. 8 position last year.

The 20-year-old part-Puerto Rican country singer has come a long way since winning season 10 of American Idol. The past year has seen the North Carolina native continue to grow his career. “See You Tonight” became his first top 10 hit on the Billboard charts, and became his third gold single. His sophomore album of the same name topped the Country Albums chart upon its release in October 2013, and also became his third straight song to hit the top 10 on the Billboard 200.

McCreery is also proving himself as a live commodity — his See You Tonight tour put him in front of thousands of fans each night, and continues to roll across the country through December. As he approaches 21 in just a few weeks, this will be Scotty’s last appearance on our 21 Under 21.

Gomez the Top Award-Winner at the Radio Disney Music Awards

She may not be a Disney Channel starlet anymore… But Selena Gomez is still a Radio Disney star.

The 21-year-old half-Mexican American singer/actress was the top prize-winner at the Radio Disney Music Awards, earning three awards at the awards ceremony, which was held on Saturday at Los Angeles’ Nokia Theatre.

Selena Gomez

Gomez took home the awards for Song of the Year for “Come & Get It,” Best Song To Dance To for “Birthday” and Most Talked About Artist.

Gomez’s Princess Protection Program co-star and fellow Disney Channel colleague Demi Lovato picked up two awards.

The 21-year-old part-Mexican American singer/actress and former The X Factor judge took home the Best Female Artist and Favorite Roadtrip Song for her popular single“Made In the USA.”

Lovato’s The X Factor season two cast mates Camila Cabello, Lauren Jauregui and Ally Brooke Hernandez also claimed two awards.

The Latina singers and their fellow Fifth Harmony band members picked up the Breakout Artist of the Year award, as well as the prize for – Best Song To Rock Out To With Your BFF forthe all-girl group’s single “Me & My Girls.”

Last but not least, rising star Becky G earned the first award of her career. The 17-year-old Mexican American singer-songwriter and rapper was named Best New Artist.

Other top winners included One Direction (Best Music Group), Justin Timberlake (Best Male Artist), and Taylor Swift (Fiercest Fans).

Fan voting began in late February through Radio Disney‘s Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts.

Performers during the show included Ariana Grande, Becky G, Fifth Harmony, Austin Mahone and Zendaya.

The 2014 Radio Disney Music Awards will be broadcast on April 27 at 8 p.m. on the Disney Channel.

Here’s the full list of winners:

They’re The One – Best Music Group
One Direction

He’s The One – Best Male Artist
Justin Timberlake

She’s The One – Best Female Artist
Demi Lovato

The Bestest – Song Of The Year
“Come & Get It” – Selena Gomez

XOXO – Best Crush Song
“Still Into You” – Paramore

So FANtastic – Fiercest Fans
Swifties – Taylor Swift

The Buzz – Breakout Artist of the Year
Fifth Harmony

The Freshest – Best New Artist
Becky G

Musical Mashup – Best Musical Collaboration
“Everything Has Changed” – Taylor Swift feat. Ed Sheeran

So Happy – Best Song That Makes You Smile (Sponsored by ARM & HAMMER Tooth Tunes)
“Ooh La La” – Britney Spears

#Cool – Radio Disney’s Most Talked About Artist
Selena Gomez

Stuck In Our Heads – Catchiest New Song
“The Fox (What Does The Fox Say?)” – Ylvis

That’s My Jam – Best Song To Rock Out To With Your BFF
“Me & My Girls” – Fifth Harmony

Soundtraxx – Favorite Song From a Movie Or TV Show
“Let It Go” – Idina Menzel (“Frozen”)

Move! – Best Song To Dance To
“Birthday” – Selena Gomez

Hit The Road – Favorite Roadtrip Song
“Made In The USA” – Demi Lovato

You’ve Got Swag! – Artist With The Best Style (Sponsored by Justice)
Zendaya

Shakira Lands Atop Billboard’s Social Media Chart

Shakira is No. 1 with a bullet on the social media charts…

The 36-year-old Colombian superstar singer and returning The Voice coach has reached No. 1 on Billboard‘s Social 50 chart.

Shakira

Shakira jumped 5-1 to take the pole position. It’s her first time at No. 1 since Feb. 9, 2013, and only her second week atop the chart.

Shakira surged to the top of the heap after sharing another photo of her baby on January 25. That image garnered an astounding 2.1 million post-likes and a similar video got very quick real viewers.

In addition, the “Loca” singer released the Spanish version of her new single with Rihanna, “Nunca Me Acuerdo de Olvidarte,” to VEVO on January 22.

The “Nunca” audio post on VEVO has received more than 1 million views, and a successful promotional post on Facebook led to a 250% spike in weekly fan acquisition on the platform.

But Shakira isn’t the only Hispanic artist to make the Top 10…

Pitbull, who earned extensive press this week when it was announced that his track “We Are One (Ole Ola)” was selected as the official song for the upcoming FIFA World Cup, comes in at No. 5.

The track, which hasn’t been released, features Jennifer Lopez and Brazilian singer Claudie Leitte.

Pitbull’s boost in the Social 50 rankings is also complemented by Austin Mahone (47-40), who released his new single “MMM Yeah,” which features the 33-year-old Cuban American rap superstar. Overall, Pitbull ascends with a 132% increase in mentions on Twitter, a 7% rise in Facebook conversation, which leads to 928,000 new fans added overall (up 28% from the previous frame).

The Social 50 ranks the most popular artists on YouTube, VEVO, Facebook, Twitter, SoundCloud, Wikipedia, Myspace and Instagram. The chart’s methodology blends weekly additions of friends/fans/followers along with artist page views, song plays and reactions as measured by music analytics company Next Big Sound.

Fifth Harmony Perfoms Latest Single at Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Lauren Jauregui, Camila Cabello and Ally Brooke Hernandez have proven that their better together this Thanksgiving

The Latina singers, members of the Simon Cowell-created all-girl group Fifth Harmony, celebrated the recent holiday by performing at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.

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Fifth Harmony, who joined a lineup that included Austin Mahone, Ariana Grande and Florida Georgia Line, rode on the Pepperidge Farm Goldfish float and performed their latest single “Better Together.”

Other performers during the 87th installment of the iconic holiday event included Cher Lloyd, who appeared on a Brooklyn Bridge replica; Fall Out Boy, Kellie Pickler, Gavin DeGraw and the Goo Goo Dolls.

This year’s parade, a three-hour event, featured more than 50 character balloons, which included SpongeBob SquarePants, Snoopy and his bird friend Woodstock and Sonic the Hedgehog.

Due to strong wind, the balloons were flown lower than normal.

Gomez Earns Radio Disney Music Awards

Selena Gomez has another award on her mantel…

The 20-year-old half-Mexican American singer/actress not only performed her brand new single “Come and Get It at the 2013 Radio Disney Music Awards over the weekend, she also took home one of the coveted trophies.

Selena Gomez

Gomez beat out Cher Lloyd, Taylor Swift and Bridgit Mendler for the She’s the One – Best Female Artist trophy at the ceremony held on Saturday, April 27 at Los Angeles’ Nokia Theatre.

It’s the Spring Breakers actress’ first ever Radio Disney Music Award.

Other winners include Justin Bieber, One Direction and Austin Mahone.


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Here’s a complete look at the night’s big winners at the 2013 Radio Disney Music Awards:

  • Best Music Group: One Direction
  • Biggest Viral Artist: Austin Mahone
  • Song of The Year: “I Knew You Were Trouble” – Taylor Swift
  • Best Male Artist: Justin Bieber
  • Best Female Artist: Selena Gomez
  • Best Crush Song: “Had Me @ Hello” – Olivia Holt
  • Best Acoustic Performance: “Ready or Not” – Bridgit Mendler
  • Funniest Celebrity Take: “Sandwich Rap” – Coco Jones
  • Best Music Video: “Heard It on the Radio” – Ross Lynch
  • Fiercest Fans: One Direction (Directioners)

Sanchez to Present at the Radio Disney Music Awards

Jessica Sanchez has a date with Radio Disney

The 17-year-old half-Mexican American singer, who will be appearing on Fox’s Glee next month, will serve as a presenter at this year’s Radio Disney Music Awards.

Jessica Sanchez

The American Idol runner-up, who recently released the first single from her debut album, will make her appearance on the awards show being held on April 27 at the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live.

But Sanchez isn’t the only Latina set to present an award…

Selena Gomez, who performed her new single “Come and Get It” at this weekend’s MTV Movie Awards, will serve as a presenter and performer at the Radio Disney Music Awards. Gomez is also a two-time nominee.

Other presenters include Bella Thorne, Bridgit Mendler, Denise Richards, R&B singer Jason Derulo, NASCAR Daytona 500 champion Trevor Bayne and Zendaya.

Along with Gomez, Cher Lloyd, Mendler, Cody Simpson, Mindless Behavior, Austin Mahone and Coco Jones are also scheduled to perform.

Gomez Nominated for Two Radio Disney Music Awards

Selena Gomez may take the stage more than once at this year’s Radio Disney Music Awards.

The 20-year-old half-Mexican American singer/actress isn’t just scheduled to perform at the awards show; she’s also a two-time nominee this year.

Selena Gomez

Gomez has received a nod in the She’s The One – Best Female Artist category. The Harper’s Bazaar cover girl is up against Cher Lloyd, Taylor Swift 
and Bridgit Mendler.

Gomez is also nominated in the So FANTastic – Fiercest Fans category. The Spring Breakers star is up against her ex-boyfriend Justin Bieber, who could be the subject of her latest single “Rule the World,” as well as One Direction, Austin Mahone and Cody Simpson.

Other Latino nominees include Bruno Mars in the He’s The One – Best Male Artist category and Bella Thorne in the Video VIP – Best Music Video category.

Voting is officially underway and concludes April 14. Votes can be cast on RadioDisney.com, Facebook, Twitter or via text messages.

The Radio Disney Music Awards will take place Saturday, April 27, at the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live.

Here’s the complete list of nominees:

 

They’re The One – Best Music Group:

One Direction

The Wanted

Mindless Behavior

R5

 

Ultimate Breakout Star – Biggest Viral Artist:

Austin Mahone

Ryan Beatty

Cimorelli

IM5

Christina Grimmie

 

The Bestest – Song Of The Year:

I Knew You Were Trouble – Taylor Swift

Beauty And A Beat feat. Nicki Minaj – Justin Bieber

Live While We’re Young – One Direction

Want U Back – Cher Lloyd
 


 

He’s The One – Best Male Artist:

Justin Bieber

Cody Simpson

Austin Mahone

Bruno Mars
 


 

She’s The One – Best Female Artist:

Selena Gomez


Cher Lloyd

Taylor Swift

Bridgit Mendler

 

Hit The Road – Best Break Up Song:

We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together – Taylor Swift

Payphone – Maroon 5

Wide Awake – Katy Perry

Want U Back – Cher Lloyd

 

XOXO – Best Crush Song:

Wish You Were Here feat. Becky G – Cody Simpson

Say You’re Just A Friend – Austin Mahone

Had Me @ Hello – Olivia Holt

Heart Skips A Beat – Olly Murs

 

Radio Disney Live – Best Acoustic Performance:

Ready Or Not – Bridgit Mendler

Say Somethin’ – Austin Mahone

Loud – R5

Heart Skips A Beat – Olly Murs

 

Funniest Celebrity Take:

How To Audition – Cher Lloyd

Air Guitar – Ross Lynch

Sandwich Rap – Coco Jones

 

Video VIP – Best Music Video:

Fashion Is My Kryptonite – Bella Thorne & Zendaya

Heart It On The Radio – Ross Lynch

Ready Or Not – Bridgit Mendler

Holla At The DJ – Coco Jones

 

So FANTastic – Fiercest Fans:

Beliebers

Mahomies

Selenators


Simpsonizers

Directioners

Gomez to Perform at the Radio Disney Music Awards

Former Disney Channel star Selena Gomez is heading home

The 20-year-old half-Mexican American actress/singer, who will be releasing new music in March, will be headlining the Radio Disney Music Awards at L.A. Live’s Nokia Theatre on Saturday, April 27.

Selena Gomez

Gomez, who will be shedding her Disney image in Spring Breakers in the coming weeks, tops the list of young performers that includes Bridgit Mendler, Cody Simpson, YouTube sensation Austin Mahone, Cher Lloyd and Coco Jones, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Fans will have the chance to vote for their favorites in categories like Ultimate Breakout Star: Biggest Viral Artist; XOXO: Best Crush Song; and So FANtastic: Fiercest Fans, among others. The Radio Disney Music Awards will also recognize five kids from the U.S. with the Heroes for Change award, recognizing their efforts to make a difference in their communities.

The Radio Disney Music Awards celebrate the most popular recording artists among kids and tweens. The awards show will be available across multiple platforms, including Vevo, Disney Channel, Radio Disney, and the RadioDisney.com and Disney.com websites.

Tickets are on sale at Ticketmaster.