Iglesias Releases New Single “Duele el Corazon” with Wisin

Enrique Iglesias is unleashing the pain…

The 40-year-old Spanish singer has released his new single “Duele El Corazón” featuring reggeaton superstar Wisin.

Enrique Iglesias

The song could possibly become this summer’s anthem, just like Iglesias’ other hits “Bailando” and “El Perdón” did in the past two years.

The upbeat track is accompanied by romantic lyrics written by Iglesias and Venezuelan singer/songwriter Servando Primera.

In May, the Spanish singer will continue his Sex and Love Tour in Europe visiting countries like Croatia, Romania, and Bulgaria. Iglesias is also confirmed to perform at the KTUphoria Festival in New York on June 8.

Tour dates:

May 8 – Zagreb, Croatia at Arena Zagreb
May 10 – Belgrade, Serbia at Kombank Arena
May 12 – Bucharest, Romania at Romexpo
May 14 – Sofia, Bulgaria at Arena Armeets
June 8 – Wantagh, NY at KTUphoria at Jones Beach
June 18 – Baku, Azerbaijan at Baku Boulevard

Wisin Releases Drag Race-Inspired Video for “Tu Libertad” Collaboration with Prince Royce

Wisin is gettin’ fast and furious…

The 36-year-old Puerto Rican reggaeton musician and Prince Royce have released a new video for Wisin’s single “Tu Libertad.”

Wisin & Prince Royce

The video features actors África Zavala and Julián Gil, who act out the love story behind a drag race that unfolds as Wisin and Royce perform the song in a warehouse.

“Tu Libertad” is Wisin’s third video to premiere in three consecutive weeks, following “Piquete” and “Corazón Acelerao“.

Wisin Earns First Solo No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Latin Albums Chart

It’s an extra special first for Wisin

The 36-year-old Puerto Rican Reggaeton singer-songwriter and record producer scores his first solo No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Latin Albums chart (dated Sept. 26) with Los Vaqueros: La Trilogia.

Wisin

The album sold 2,000 copies in the week ending September 10, according to Nielsen Music.

It’s Wisin’s sixth overall No. 1, including the five he achieved as one-half of Wisin & Yandel.

Los Vaqueros: La Trilogia simultaneously opens at No. 15 on Billboard’s Rap Albums chart.

On the Latin Rhythm Digital Songs chart, album cut “Que Se Sienta El Deseo,” featuring Ricky Martin, enters at No. 7 with 2,000 downloads.

The set’s lead single “Nota de Amor,” featuring Carlos Vives and Daddy Yankee, reached No. 1 on the Latin Airplay chart dated April 25.

Wisin’s “Si Lo Hacemos Bien” Reaches No. 1 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay Chart

Wisin is an airplay god…

The 36-year-old Puerto Rican reggaeton musician, songwriter and record producer, whose real name is Juan Luis Morera Luna, has scored his fourth solo No. 1 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart, as “Si Lo Hacemos Bien” leaps 8-1.

Wisin

Wisin’s latest track is up 53 percent, to 11.6 million audience impressions, in this week’s chart.

It’s also Wisin’s 14th career chart-topper, including his music as half of the reggaeton duo Wisin & Yandel.

Over on Billboard’s Hot Latin Songs chart, the track bounds 25-12.

Following the recent leak of his third solo studio album, Los Vaqueros: La Trilogia, Wisin announced via his Facebook and Instagram that the release was bumped up to September 4 (it was originally slated for Sept. 11), with an iTunes preorder launched September 1.

Lopez to Perform at This Year’s iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina

Jennifer Lopez is ready for a Fiesta…

The 46-year-old Puerto Rican singer, actress and American Idol judge has been added to the lineup for this year’s iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina in Miami.

Jennifer Lopez

J.Lo joins a roster that includes her frequent collaborators Pitbull and Prince Royce, with whom she worked with on his recent single “Back It Up.”

The event will be held at the American Airlines Arena on Nov. 7, with a video live stream on Yahoo Live and broadcast on iHeartMedia Spanish-Pop, Tropical, regional Mexican and Spanish Adult Hit radio stations across the U.S.

The show will also have a television re-broadcast via Telemundo on November 15.

Other acts announced include Don OmarMarco Antonio SolisWisinCamila, Becky GFonseca and Voz de Mando.

“For the first time ever Latin music fans will be able to experience the iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina everywhere, from the radio, live video stream and broadcast television,” said President of Entertainment Enterprises and Producer, iHeartMedia John Sykes in a statement. “The fans demanded it, so we have made the show available virtually everywhere they turn.”

Tom Poleman, President of National Programming Platforms and Producer, iHeartMedia, added in a statement, “With every iHeartMedia event, we strive to make music pop culture moments. iHeartMedia specializes in creating events that go down in music history for their massive A-level lineups and never-before-seen collaborations. This year’s iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina is no different, and will feature the biggest acts in the genre. It’s going to be an unforgettable night in Miami.”

Tickets go on sale to the general public on August 22.

Ha*Ash Named a Guest Act on Ricky Martin’s One World Tour

Ha*Ash will be livin’ la vida loca with Ricky Martin

The Mexican American pop duo, comprised of sisters Hanna Nicole Pérez Mosa and Ashley Grace Pérez Mosa, will serve as one of the guest acts on the U.S. leg of Martin’s One World Tour.

Ha*Ash

Beginning on September 15, the tour will feature 25 dates Stateside. 20 of those dates will feature either Ha*Ash or reggaeton star Wisin as guest acts.

Martin will play his initial two shows at the Axis at Planet Hollywood and the Grand Sierra Grand Theater in Reno on September 15 and 16, respectively. He’ll be joined by Ha*Ash opening night and then again beginning Sept. 17 at the Oracle Arena in Oakland. The duo will open for Martin in 10 West Coast stops, including the Forum in Los Angeles and Viejas Arena in San Diego.

Then, on Oct. 1, Wisin will join Martin at Madison Square Garden and will also perform 10 dates with him, including Miami’s American Airlines Arena.

While having opening acts or guest acts in major tours is a normal part of doing business for mainstream acts, big Latin stars rarely tour with opening acts. One of the first to change that was Enrique Iglesias, who’s been touring with supporting acts for years and playing an instrumental role in catapulting them to success.

In Wisin’s case, he already is a major star who toured massive arenas as part of the duo Wisin y Yandel.

In this case, he says, touring with Martin was about “mutual respect.” Martin is featured in Wisin’s hit single “Adrenalina” (which also featured Jennifer Lopez) and will also sing on Wisin’s upcoming single, “Que se sienta el deseo.”

“Ever since we recorded ‘Adrenalina’ it’s clear to me that people enjoy hearing us together,” said Wisin.

“By the time I go on tour with him in October, the track should be strong in radio.”

On their end, Ha*Ash will perform an acoustic set with their group, which has been touring Mexico, Latin America and Spain. The duo just released their new single in the U.S., “Lo aprendí de tí.”

“We’re thrilled with the invitation,” said Hannah. “We love that Ricky is lending us his stage and his audience.”

Beyond Martin, more and more Latin acts are touring with opening acts. Juanes is currently on tour with alt chanteuse Ximena Sariñana. And J Balvin will go on tour with Becky G in September.

RICKY MARTIN ‘ONE WORLD’
Sept. 15 – Las Vegas – Axis at Planet Hollywood
Sept. 16 – Reno – Grand Sierra, Grand Theater
Sept. 17 – Oakland – Oracle Arena – Con Ha*Ash
Sept. 19 – Los Ángeles – The Forum – Con Ha*Ash
Sept. 20 – San Diego – Viejas Arena – Con Ha*Ash
Sept. 23 – Tucson – Anselmo Valencia Amp
Sept. 24 – Albuquerque – Sandia Casino
Sept. 26 – Phoenix – Comerica Theatre – Con Ha*Ash
Sept. 27 – El Paso – El Paso County Coliseum – Con Ha*Ash
Sept. 29 – Hidalgo – State Farm Arena – Con Ha*Ash
Sept. 30 – Houston – Toyota Center – Con Ha*Ash
Oct. 1 – Laredo – Laredo Energy Arena con Ha*Ash
Oct. 3 – San Antonio – Freeman Coliseum con Ha*Ash
Oct. 4 – Dallas – Gexa Energy Pavilion – con Ha*Ash
Oct. 8 – Nueva York – Madison Square Garden – con Wisin
Oct. 9 – Washington – Patriot Center – con Wisin
Oct. 11 – Chicago – Allstate Arena – con Wisin
Oct. 14 – Montreal (Canadá) Bell Centre – con Wisin
Oct. 15 – Toronto (Canadá) – Air Canada Center – con Wisin
Oct. 17 – Atlantic City – Boardwalk Hall – con Wisin
Oct. 18 – Uncasville – Mohegan Sun Arena – con Wisin
Oct. 21 – Durham – Durham Perf Arts Centre
Oct. 22 – Atlanta – Philips Arena con Wisin
Oct. 24 – Miami – American Airlines Arena – con Wisin
Oct. 25 – Orlando – Amway Center – con Wisin

Vives Reveals Marc Anthony as the Latest Confirmed Guest at His ‘Vives y Sus Amigos’ Concert

Carlos Vives is bringing out the big guns for a special summer concert.

The 53-year-old Colombian singer, composer and actor has been unveiling the musical guests who will join him for a concert being called “Vives y Sus Amigos” in Bogotá on August 13.

Carlos Vives

In a social media campaign meant to build hype and drive sales for his Más Corazón Profundo tour, Vives announced the artists confirmed to perform with Vives at the El Campín soccer stadium in front of nearly 50,000 people are reggaeton superstar Wisin, Afro-Colombian trio Chocquibtown, Latin urban breakout sensation Maluma, Brazilian singer Michel Teló, and salsa giant Marc Anthony.

Vives announced his “Cuando Nos Volvamos a Encontrar” collaborator as his latest guest. “Welcome Marc Anthony to Bogotá’s El Campín stadium!” Vives tweeted on Tuesday night.

The day before, Vives offered a clue as to who his next guest would be — just as he’s been doing since the viral campaign started May 11.

“My next friend is an unconditional one and he likes salsa. He’s happy to sing for us,” tweeted Vives about Anthony, with whom he is also performing in 11 U.S. markets as part of the UNIDO2 (United Part 2) tour kicking off this September.

Who will the final surprise guest be? With only one more slot to fill, Billboard predicts it will be Daddy Yankee, who is featured on Vives’ and Wisin’s monster collaboration “Nota de Amor.”

Reyes Debuts New Single ““Conmigo (Rest of Your Life)”

Sofia Reyes is back with new music…

Following the success of her dancetastic debut single “Muévelo,” featuring Wisin, the 19-year-old Mexican singer has released “Conmigo (Rest of Your Life).”

Sofia Reyes

The easy, breezy, beautiful bilingual pop record with an R&B sensibility is bound to gain traction throughout the late spring/summer.

A cross-cultural collaboration, the song was written and produced by Romanian singer/songwriter Smiley, Nuyorican Edwin ‘Lil’ Eddie’ Serrano (whose credits include Usher and Janet Jackson, and Reyes, who is the first artist signed to Prince Royce’s label D’Leon Records in collaboration with Warner Music.

Later this month, Reyes is set to participate in The Divas Panel celebrating women at the Billboard Latin Music Conference, alongside Ivy QueenKany Garcia and others, taking place Tuesday, April 28, at Miami Beach’s Ritz-Carlton Hotel during the April 27-30 conference.

Sanz to Perform at This Year’s Billboard Latin Music Awards

Alejandro Sanz is bringing zombies to the Billboard Latin Music Awards…

The 46-year-old Spanish singer-songwriter will perform “Un Zombie a la Intemperie,” the first single from his upcoming new album, during the awards show on the April 30.

Alejandro Sanz

Sanz’s appearance will mark the worldwide television premiere of “Un Zombie a la Intemperie.”

The song will be included on Sanz’ new album Sirope, his 10th studio set. The artist has announced to his over 12 million Twitter followers that the album will be released on May 4.

Sanz, a Latin music superstar who has won more Grammys than any other Spanish artist, has also announced the first dates of what is expected to be a worldwide tour to support the album.

Starting with a concert in Cordoba on July 7, he’ll be performing in Spanish cities throughout the summer, finishing in Seville on Sept. 26.

The Billboard Latin Music Awards, hosted by actress and TV host Gaby Espino and Mexican singer Pedro Fernandez, will also feature performances Wisin, Daddy Yankee, J Balvin, Carlos Vives, Regional Mexican chart topper Julion Alvarez y Su Norteño Banda, Ana Gabriel, Lucero, and special honorees Roberto Carlos and Carlos Santana.

Topping the list of this year’s finalists are Romeo Santos (21 entries), Enrique Iglesias (19), J Balvin (12), Marc Anthony (7), Drake (7), Descemer Bueno (6), Gente de Zona (6), Julion Alvarez y Su Norteño Banda (6), Farruko (6) and Banda Sinaloense MS de Sergio Lizarraga (6).

J Balvin to Perform at This Year’s Billboard Latin Music Awards

J Balvin is ready to take the stage at this year’s Billboard Latin Music Awards

The 29-year-old Colombian reggaeton singer, a 12-time finalist this year due in large part to his breakout hit, “6 a.m.,” has been revealed as one of the performers for the awards show, airing live on Telemundo on April 30.

J Balvin

J Balvin, who will contend for Artist of the Year, will join top-tier artists from every genre, who will grace the stage of the BankUnited Center in Miami Fla., including reggaeton pioneer Daddy Yankee — who holds the record for most top 10’s on the Latin Rhythm Airplay chart with 30 songs — and fellow urban music leader Wisin, who is up for four awards this year for his chart-blazing work as a solo artist on El Regreso del Sobreviviente.

Carlos Vives, Mexican songstress Ana Gabriel, who has 20 top 10s on the Hot Latin Songs chart (the third-most top 10s for a female singer after Gloria Estefan and Shakira), and Lucero will also perform.

On the regional Mexican end, powerhouse Julion Alvarez y su Norteño Banda, up for six awards this year, is one of the confirmed acts.

The Billboard Latin Music Awards honor the most popular albums, songs, and performers in Latin music, as determined by the actual sales, radio airplay, streaming and social data that informs Billboard’s weekly charts during a one-year period from the issue dated Feb. 1, 2014 through this year’s Jan. 31, 2015 issue.

See the complete list of this year’s finalists here.