Jennifer Lopez Announces Engagement to Alex Rodriguez

Posted on March 10, 2019 by Tom Castaneda

Jennifer Lopez finally has her anillo…

The 49-year-old Puerto Rican superstar, who earned a No. 1 on Billboard’sLatin Airplay chart with “El Anillo,” has announced her engagement with former baseball star Alex Rodriguez.

The couple both posted a photo of J. Lo’s huge new ring on Instagramon Saturday (March 9) to share the news.

“She said yes,” the former New York Yankees player captioned the picture, while Lopez’s comment consisted of several heart emojis.

The newly engaged couple, who have been posting sunny snapshots by the sea over the past few days, appear to be on a romantic beachside getaway.

Lopez and Rodriguez began dating in February 2017. This past November, the singer/actress chatted about her and A-Rod‘s relationship with Ellen DeGeneres, who teased her about their potential plans to wed. “So you’ll be getting married?” DeGeneres prompted. “I don’t know,” said Lopez at the time. “I don’t know.”

“You should, because y’all seem very happy,” the host offered. Lopez answered, “We’ve been together a couple years. It’s nice.”

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Lopez recently released dates for her upcoming It’s My Party: The Live Celebration Tour, which kicks off on June 7 in Phoenix.

Karol G’s Maluma Collaboration “Créeme” Rises to No. 1 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay Chart

Posted on March 3, 2019 by Tom Castaneda

Karol G has another chart-topper on her hands…

The 28-year-old Colombian reggaeton singer-songwriter and Maluma’s “Créeme” rockets to the top of Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart on the ranking dated March 2 as the song vaults 9-1 in its 15th week.

“Créeme,” which is Karol G and Maluma’s first collaboration, crowns the list thanks to a hefty 59 percent increase in audience impressions (to 14.54 million) collected in the week ending February 24.

While Karol G earns her third No. 1, Maluma clocks his 12th.

“I’m aware that the industry is full of talent and great songs, so today I’m happy that among so many songs mine, alongside Maluma, is No. 1,” Karol G tells Billboard. “I never cease to be amazed; these are the things that continue to fill me with motivation to overcome anything.”

“Créeme” reinforces its multi-format demand as the single reaches new peaks on both, the Latin Pop Songs and Latin Rhythm Airplay charts, arriving at No. 1 on both lists. On the former, the song takes the Greatest Gainer honors, while on the latter, the Most Increased Audiencetrophy.

Victor Manuelle Recognized with Five Guinness World Records Titles

Posted on December 11, 2018 by Tom Castaneda

Victor Manuelle is breakin’ records…

After becoming the artist with most hits on any Billboard Latin airplay chart this past August, the 50-year-old Puerto Rican singer has received official recognition for this feat, and others, from Guinness World Records.

Guinness presented the salsa star with five titles: most charted titles on the Billboard Latin Airplay charts; most Top 10 hits on the Billboard Tropical Airplay chart; most Top 10 hits on the Billboard Tropical Airplay chart (male); most No. 1 singles on the Billboard Tropical Airplay Chart; and most charted titles on the Billboard Tropical Airplay chart.

Manuelle received his honors during the live telecast of daily morning show Un Nuevo Día, on Telemundo.

One of the most successful and respected salsa stars of this generation, Manuelle won two Latin Grammys in November for his album 25/7, an eclectic set where he collaborated with both traditional salsa singers as well as new reggeaton and trap stars. This musical open-mindedness has contributed to Manuelle remaining a relevant chart topper, 25 years after he launched his recording career.

“I never thought that a phrase that I use jokingly –‘ Let’s get a Guinness World Records title’– came true,” said Manuelle in a statement. “Today, I receive the great news that I officially belong to the prestigious Guinness World Records family in several categories in 2018. I thank God and my extended family, my audience that never fails me. Let’s go for more,” he said.

In August, Manuelle notched his 71st entry on the Tropical Songs airplay chart. Only Daddy Yankee,with 68 entries on the Latin Rhythm airplay chart, comes close to his numbers.

“We are proud that incredible music stars such as Victor are part of the Guinness World Records family. His illustrious musical career is now Officially Amazing™,” said Manuelle, Guinness World Records adjudicator.

Manuelle joins an impressive list of Latin music artists who have set Guinness World Records, including “Despacito” singers Daddy Yankee and Luis Fonsi in 2018.

Selena Gomez Earns First No. 1 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart with “Taki Taki”

Posted on December 9, 2018 by Tom Castaneda

It’s a special first for Selena Gomez…

The 26-year-old Mexican American singer/actress has earned her first chart-topper on Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart with “Taki Taki,” her collaboration with DJ Snake, Cardi B and Ozuna.

The track climbs 2-1 on the December 8-dated chart, as “Taki Taki” ascends with a 14 percent lift in audience, rising to 14.53 million audience impressions in the week ending December 2, according to Nielsen Music.

It’s the first leader for DJ Snake, the eighth for Ozuna and third for Cardi B.

Gomez first entered the chart in 2013 with “Come & Get It,” and “Taki Taki” marks her first ranking in Latin Airplay’s top 40.

The rise earns Cardi B her third chart topper and the eighth for Ozuna, seven of his No. 1s have arrived in 2018.

Notably, DJ Snake is the first European DJ/producer to lead the Latin Airplay chart in 2018. He’s also the first DJ/producer to be No. 1 in a lead role on a track since Willy William — another DJ/producer of French descent — topped the list with “Mi Gente.” The latter, credited to J Balvinand Willy William (and featuring Beyoncé on a popular remix), was No. 1 for 12 nonconsecutive weeks between September 16 and December 16, 2017.

Reik & Super Junior Team Up on Trilingual Track “One More Time (Otra Vez)”

Posted on December 6, 2018 by Tom Castaneda

Reik is expanding their language base…

The Mexican band, one of the country’s most successful pop acts, has joined voices with K-pop band Super Junior on the new single “One More Time (Otra Vez).”

The trailblazing acts partnered up in Macau to film the chic music video to their trilingual track, share some exclusive reflections with Billboard and show off their burgeoning friendship.

In their interview, Super Junior and Reik share their admiration for one another.

“Without a doubt, Reik was highly recommended by others,” says Super Junior singer Leetuk. “They were so willing to collaborate with us so we would like to send our appreciation to Reik.”

Meanwhile, Reik see their SuJu collab as their latest step forward after a huge 2018 on the charts where they scored their first No. 1 on Billboard‘s Latin Airplay chartwith “Me Niego,” as well as their second No. 1 on the Latin Pop Songs Airplay chart with “Amigos con Derechos” in November.

“We always say you put your heart and your soul into everything you do, and it’s the audience’s job to decide how big of a hit it becomes,” adds Reik’s lead vocalist Jesus Navarro. “It’s very exciting to be mixing these two worlds — Korean music and Latin music are having such huge moments worldwide, and it’s a great moment for this collaboration to happen.”

Brush up on your Spanish and Korean slang as Reik teach the K-pop stars the meaning of “a huevo!” (after admitting it’s the least dirty phrase they could teach on camera) while SuJu helps the Latin-pop trio understand the meaning and pronunciation for “hul daebak!”

And here’s the official music video:

Christian Nodal Earns Fifth Consecutive Top 10 Single on Billboard’s Latin Airplay Chart

Posted on November 22, 2018 by Tom Castaneda

Make that five in a row for Christian Nodal…

The 19-year-old Mexican singer-songwriter has logged his fifth Top 10 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart, as “No Te Contaron Mal” rises 11-8 on the chart dated November 24.

The song increases to 9.6 million in audience impressions, with a 5 percent gain.

The song, Nodal’s fifth single, is also his fifth consecutive Top 10, all of which have made it to the top tier between 2017 and 2018.

“No Te Contaron Mal” bests the peak of his last charting single, “Te Fallé,” which peaked at No. 10 on August 18.

J Balvin’s “No Es Justo” with Zion & Lennox Reaches No. 1 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay Chart

Posted on November 21, 2018 by Tom Castaneda

It’s a little sweet justice for J Balvin…

The 33-year-old Colombian reggaeton singer has earned his 12th No. 1 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart, as “No Es Justo” with Zion & Lennox rising 3-1 in its 16th week on the list (dated November 24).

“It’s really special to have ‘No Es Justo’ reach No. 1 this week,” Balvin tells Billboard. “It’s a blessing to see music from VIBRAS still topping the charts and showing that reggaeton continues to be the sound leading the way in connecting with Latin radio and fans… and it’s an honor to share my 12th No. 1 with creative brothers like Zion & Lennox.”

“No Es Justo” rises to the summit due in part to a 19 percent boost in audience impressions (to 13.1 million) in the week ending November 18, according to Nielsen Music. It’s the sixth No. 1 for Zion & Lennox.

The song is the second charting collaboration from J Balvin with Zion & Lennox. They previously paired up for Zion & Lennox’s former leader “Otra Vez,” featuring J Balvin, which reigned for one week in November 2016.

“No Es Justo” concurrently leads the Latin Pop Songs airplay and the Latin Rhythm airplay charts. On the former, it takes an 18-week trip to the top, becoming the longest climb to No. 1 since December 3, 2016, when Farruko‘s “Chillax,” featuring Ky-Mani Marley reached the top in its 21st week.

CNCO Earns 2nd No. 1 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay Chart with “Se Vuelve Loca”

Posted on October 27, 2018 by Tom Castaneda

CNCO is back at the top…

The Latin American boyband scores its second No. 1 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart, as “Se Vuelve Loca” lifts 2-1 on the October 27-dated list.

“Se VuelveLoca ” also leads the Latin Rhythm Airplay list, climbing 2-1, and the Latin Pop Songs airplay tally, where it remains in the top spot for a second week.

“Having our song in the most important charts, Latin Airplay, Latin Pop Songs and Latin Rhythm at No. 1, is an achievement that we do not take for granted,” CNCO tells Billboard. “It’s amazing to see the song resonate with music fans across the world, sharing the message of love and joy. We are forever grateful and thankful to our dedicated fans, CNCOwners, for their constant support, and helping to elevate our music to the top of the charts and globally.”

“Se Vuelve Loca” logged 14.7 million in audience impressions (up 19 percent) in the week ending October 21, according to Nielsen Music. They notched their first No. 1 when “Tan Fácil,” their debut hit, darted 8-1 on the May 14, 2016-dated chart.

Out of their seven charted titles, two other songs have gone top 10: “Reggaeton Lento (Bailemos)” (No. 4) and “Hey DJ” (No. 9), both in 2017.

Banda Sinaloense MS Earns 10th No. 1 on Billboard’s Regional Mexican Songs Chart

Posted on October 7, 2018 by Tom Castaneda

It’s a perfect 10 for Banda Sinaloense MS de Sergio Lizárraga…

The Mexican banda leads Billboard’s Regional Mexican Songs airplay chart for a 10th time, as their new single “Mejor Me Alejo” jumps 4-1 on the chart dated October 6.

The song ascends to the summit due to a 30 percent lift in audience (8.3 million) in the week ending September 30, according to Nielsen Music.

The lead single from Con Todas Las Fuerzas, written by Espinoza Paz, is the band’s 10th No. 1, dating back to 2014’s “Hermosa Experiencia,” which topped the list for six weeks.

“Mejor Me ALejo” likewise ascends on the overall Latin Airplay chart, zooming up the tally 17-9 and securing the band’s 13th top 10.

J Balvin Earns 16th Top 10 on Billboard’s Hot Latin Songs Chart with “No Es Justo”

Posted on October 1, 2018 by Tom Castaneda

It’s a sweet sixteenthfor J Balvin…

The 33-year-old Colombian urban singer has scored his 16th top 10 on Billboard‘s Hot Latin Songs chart, as “No Es Justo,” with Zion & Lennox, rises 13-10 (on the chart dated September 29).

The song jumps with an increase in all metrics (airplay, digital sales and streams), lifting mostly on the strength of streams, gaining by 48 percent to 3.7 million in U.S. streams in week ending September 20, according to Nielsen Music.

It also spiked by 8 percent to 9.7 million in radio audience, as it pushes 11-6 on the Latin Airplay chart.

For Zion & Lennox, the jump earns them their sixth Hot Latin Songs top 10.

“Justo” is the trio’s second collaboration. They previously ranked in the top tier together in 2016 when Zion & Lennox’s “Otra Vez,” featuring J Balvin, hit No. 5.

“Justo” is the fifth single from J Balvin’s fifth studio album, Vibras, which debuted as his second No. 1 on the Top Latin Albums chart in June.

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