Bizarrap Teams Up with Milo J to Release New EP That Includes “BZRP Music Session #57”

Posted on October 6, 2023 by Tom Castaneda

Bizarrap is back with a new collaboration and a new EP…

The 25-year-old Argentine DJ and record producer has teamed up with Milo J to release his latest collaboration “BZRP Music Session #57.”

In addition, Bizarrap shared a five-song EP en dormir sin Madrid, featuring one of Argentina’s most exciting artists to watch.

Before releasing the new collaboration, Bizarrap went on Instagram Live to share his thoughts about Milo J. He said he wanted to clarify that the music session arose because of his great connection with the 16-year-old Argentinean rapper in the studio. He says he’s the youngest artist who’s done a music session with him. Biza also says he was mind-blown over the quality of Milo’s talent to create music.

As a result, instead of releasing one music session, Bizarrap shared a total of five tracks that he recorded over three months with Milo J. The final product: en dormir sin Madrid, an EP that also includes: “Toy en el Mic,” “No soy Eterno,” “Fruto,” and “Penas de Antaño.”

“BZRP Music Session #57” features a synth-heavy beat with Milo J’s baritone vocals. The music session is warmly hued, different from Biza’s signature blue-hued sessions. The beat changes to a trap-influenced beat carried throughout the session’s first part.

In the second song, named “Toy en el Mic,” Milo J echoes Peso Pluma’s music session. The track highlights a flamenco-influenced meshed-in trap melody that captures more of Milo’s vocal versatility.

The third single, titled “No soy Eterno,” features a deep, pulsating melody with Milo J singing about heartbreak. The video shows the emerging rapper in a deserted landscape. Other clips show fireworks in the background as he raps about a breakup.

The fourth song, “Fruto,” features a piano-driven intro with a bass-heavy beat categorized by its bouncing BPM switch-ups. Moreover, the intro samples the iconic “El Día De Mi Suerte” by Willie Colón and Héctor Lavoe.

The final track, “Penas de Antaño,” closes with a sentimental feature by Milo. This time, he talks about his personal emotions while the visuals show candid clips of his musical journey. Overall, the five-part BZRP music session – and new joint EP – captures five different faces of a young, versatile artist who appears ready to take the spotlight.

Milo J, born Camilo Joaquín Villarruel, began his career only two years ago. However, it appears that he’s quickly becoming one of the most exciting artists to watch.

Rosalía Teases Potential New All-English Track “LLYLM”

Posted on January 10, 2023 by Tom Castaneda

Is Rosalía switching tongues?

The 30-year-old Spanish Grammy-winning singer/songwriter is teasing what appease to be her first music release of 2023.

In a new TikTok post uploaded on Monday (Jan. 9), Rosalia shared a 25-second video where she’s wearing a long coat, fuzzy ear muffs, and spinning around a lighted and glittery room.

In the background, a snippet of what could possibly be her new song titled “LLYLM” (Lie Like You Love Me).

The upcoming track highlights Rosalia singing a verse completely in English backed by a catchy pop tune laced with flamenco palmas (handclapping).

“I don’t need honesty/Baby, lie like you love me, lie like you love me/Cover me in a dream, I’ll be yours, our fantasy/Who needs the honesty?/ Baby, lie like you love me, lie like you love me/Maybe in the end, it becomes real, enough for me,” she chants in the track.

The “Bizcochito” singer teased the new track three weeks after dropping her first collaborative effort with Cardi B on “Despechá RMX” and just days after ringing in the new year in Japan alongside her boyfriend, singer Rauw Alejandro and the latest music lovebirds Christian Nodal and Cazzu.

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In 2022, Rosalía won four Latin Grammys awards, including the coveted album of the year for Motomami. The edgy and experimental 16-track set debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Latin Pop Albums chart on the April 2, 2022-dated ranking.

Her supporting world tour grossed $28.1 million through the end of October, according to Billboard Boxscore.

Pablo Alborán Teams Up with Carin Leon to Release New Single “Viaje a Ningún Lado”

Posted on October 15, 2022 by Tom Castaneda

Pablo Alborán is dipping his toe into Regional Mexican music…

The 33-year-old Spanish musician and singer-songwriter has joined voices with Carin Leon to released the magical collaboration, “Viaje a Ningún Lado.”

Accompanied by a beautiful fusion of acoustic guitars, mariachi and flamenco melodies — and the deep power of interpretation of both singer-songwriters — the lyrics wrap around a story of a love that may have already left, and it’s time to let go.

“I rather you leave now before I start feeling alone with you, before I learn more about you from the things you don’t say, before doubts raise another wall between us,” they sing in the chorus.

The new single will form part of Alborán’s next album La Cuarta Hoja.

Wisin y Yandel Team Up with Rosalia for New Single “Besos Moja2”

Posted on October 7, 2022 by Tom Castaneda

Wisin y Yandel have released a kisstastic new single with Rosalia…

In 2009, the Puerto Rican duo released their album La Revolución, home to 15 tracks including “Besos Mojados.” Despite not being released as a single, it would go on to become an emblematic number in the duo’s career.

Now, 13 years later, Wisin y Yandel have reeled in the Spanish star for a new version, cleverly dubbed “Besos Moja2.”

The new track is a mid-tempo futuristic reggaetón single fused with flamenco rhythms, where Rosalía’s sugary vocals beautifully lace with Wisin’s commanding verses and Yandel’s melodious voice.

Rosalía Earns Second No. 1 on Billboard’s Tropical Airplay Chart with “Despechá”

Posted on September 27, 2022 by Tom Castaneda

Rosalía is embracing the tropical sound… And, she’s finding success with it.

The 30-year-old Spanish singer and songwriter, known for her flamenco-urban sound, has secured her second No. 1 on Billboard’s Tropical Airplay chart as her latest single, “Despechá,” rises from the runner-up slot to lead the chart dated October 1.

“Despechá” rises to the top of the chart just five months after Rosalia scored her first No. 1 through “La Fama,” the two-week champ which features The Weeknd (May 14-dated ranking). The R&B singer-songwriter also collected his first win in his first showing on the list.

“Despechá” leads with 8 million in audience impressions, a 12% gain which makes the Greatest Gainer of the week, earned in the U.S. in the week ending Sept. 25, according to Luminate.

The song outs a pairing from the top: Romeo Santos and Justin Timberlake’s “Sin Fin,” after the song’s one week in charge. It falls to No. 2 with 7.8 million in audience impressions.

Beyond its Tropical Airplay coronation, “Despechá” pushes Rosalía closer to lead on the all-genre Latin Airplay chart, at No. 3, after spending two weeks at No. 5.

Elsewhere, the song makes progress on the multi-metric Hot Latin Songs chart, which blends airplay, digital sales, and streaming data, with a 9-7 move.

Plus, it holds strong at No. 65 on the all-genre Billboard Hot 100 chart, after its No. 63 peak (September 17-dated list).

Romeo Santos Releases New Album “Fórmula Vol. 3”

Posted on September 2, 2022 by Tom Castaneda

Romeo Santos is expanding his formula…

The 41-year-old Puerto Rican and Dominican American singer-songwriter, known as The King of Bachata, has released this latest album Fórmula Vol. 3.

Santos, the lead member and vocalist of Aventura who has pushed the genre to new sonic boundaries and commercial heights over the course of his solo career, has grounded the majority of the album’s 21 tracks in the style he’s made a home.

Yet Santos also isn’t content to keep reinventing his respective wheel, so Fórmula Vol. 3 offers glimpses of tropical music (“Sexo Con Ropa”), merengue (“15,500 Noches,” with several luminaries of the style) and flamenco (“El Pañuelo,” with current torch-bearer Rosalía).

The album even finds room for a Justin Timberlake-assisted pop crossover, “Sin Fin,” that could bring a towering veteran like Santos to a whole new audience.

Paula Cendejas Releases New EP “Contragolpe”

Posted on July 4, 2021 by Tom Castaneda

Paula Cendejas is making a counter-attack…

The Spanish pop singer, considered one of Spain’s most promising acts, has released her new EP Contragolpe.

Cendejas, who gained attention through her covers on social media, has lately collaborated with Latin music’s edgiest stars including C.Tangana, Piso 21, Feid and Jesse Baéz, to name a few.

Her musical proposal and crisp vocals shine on the new EP, which is home to seven gems including sultry R&B fusions (“803”), flamenco undertones (“Nada Lo Cambia”), futuristic boleros (“Diferente”) and more.

A standout track is focus single “Nosotras,” a pop-reggaeton meshed with mesmerizing acoustic guitars.

Contragolpe, according to Cendejas, was born after discovering herself during the pandemic.

“It’s a rebellion,” she expressed in a statement. “All last year and part of this one I was in an internal struggle with myself, looking for help to feel better. All the bad things that I had inside I brought out in the form of a song.”

Sebastian Yatra Teams Up with Alvaro Diaz on New Single “A Donde Van”

Posted on August 23, 2020 by Tom Castaneda

Sebastian Yatra isn’t going anywhere…

The 25-year-old Colombian singer-songwriter, who recently co-hosted this year’s Premios Juventud, has joined voices with Alvaro Diaz for the first time ever on “A Donde Van.”

On the new track, Yatra and Puerto Rico’s Diaz sing solely about unrequited love.

“Where do the kisses go? / The ones you didn’t know how to accept / And the stares that you never returned / I want to recuperate them,” says the chorus.

Fusing their both worlds, “A Donde Van” is a seductive mix of Latin pop and Hip-Hop, with hints of Flamenco.

“It is an unexpected collaboration, and each one of us went out of our comfort zones,” says Yatra of the new single. “That’s one of the cool things I love about music, discovering new facets. The song deals with where the kisses go when they are given, what happens with the caresses, the moments and the memories, it makes you remember all the people who have passed through your life.”

The video for the new single is expected to be released on August 27 at 8:00 am.

Rosalia Releases New Single “Juro Que”

Posted on January 25, 2020 by Tom Castaneda

Rosalia is in a swearing mood…

The 26-year-old Spanish singer and Best New Artist Grammy nominee, has released a new single “Juro Que,” which features a return to a more traditional flamenco sound.

On the track, which translates to “I swear that,” Rosalia projects the feelings of a person who has lost the love of her life because he was arrested and taken from her side. She’ll do whatever takes to be next to him again.

The song premiered alongside a music video directed by Tanu Muino; the clip is the perfect dramatization of loneliness, despair and the helplessness of not being able to solve a problem.

Rosalía is up for two Grammys: she’s nominated for best Latin rock, urban or alternative album, as well as best new artist.

She’ll perform at the awards show as well.

Rosalia to Receive the Rising Star Award at Billboard’s Women in Music Event

Posted on December 4, 2019 by Tom Castaneda

There’s no denying Rosalia’s status as a rising star…

With Billboard‘s 14th annual Women in Music event just weeks away, the 26-year-old Spanish singer/songwriter, a big Latin Grammy winner this year, among the artists being celebrated for their contributions to female empowerment.

Rosalía, nominated for a Best New Artist Grammy this year, will receive the Rising Star Award after changing the sound of today’s mainstream music with her fresh flamenco-influenced pop.

She joins newly announced honorees Alicia Keys, who will receive the Impact Award, and Megan Thee Stallion, this year’s Powerhouse Award honoree.

“Women in Music is a celebration of artists and executives who are changing the world through their work. We are excited to honor Alicia Keys, Rosalía and Megan thee Stallion, whose singular visions and voices are shifting our culture while inspiring fans to stay true to themselves,” said Hannah Karp, Billboard’s editorial director.

The trio will join previously announced honorees Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, Alanis Morissette,Nicki Minaj, Brandi Carlile and Roc Nation chief operating officer Desiree Perezat the 2019 Women in Music event, presented by YouTube Musicand hosted by last year’s Rising Star honoree Hayley Kiyoko.

The event and red carpet pre-show will stream live from the Hollywood Palladium on December 12 at YouTube.com/Billboard starting at 9 p.m. ET.

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