Myke Towers Earns 15th No. 1 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay Chart with Quevedo-Collab “Soleao”

Posted on August 5, 2025 by Tom Castaneda

Myke Towers has a bright hot smash…

The 31-year-old Puerto Rican rapper/singer’s Quevedo-collaboration “Soleao” has risen to the top of Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart as the song jumps a spot to No. 1 on the list dated Aug. 9.

Towers and Quevedo’s first collaboration, “Soleao” was released May 20 on One World International/Warner Records/Warner Latina. It leads the way in its ninth chart week, after an 11% growth in audience impressions, to 9.1 million, across U.S. panel-contributing Latin radio stations in the tracking week of July 25-31, according to Luminate.

Towers claims his 15th Latin Airplay champ, and third consecutively of 2025, after one-week rulers “Otra Noche,” featuring Darell (February), and “Degenere,” featuring Benny Blanco (May).

Further, Towers adds to his satchel of wins as he accomplishes a third trio of No. 1s in a single year. Rewind to 2021, when (after landing two early chart-toppers, for that matter) the Puerto Rican delivered a streak of three straight No. 1s: “Bandido,” with Juhn; “Pareja del Año,” with Sebastián Yatra; and “Bésame,” with Luis Fonsi, that June, August and November, respectively. In 2024, Towers replicated the success with another trio of consecutive No. 1s: “Borracho y Loco,” with Yandel; “La Falda”; and “La Capi,” between that February and May.

Meanwhile, Quevedo makes a comeback to No. 1 on Latin Airplay. He previously led, for four weeks, with “Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 52,” with Bizarrap, in 2022.

Beyond its Latin Airplay coronation, “Soleao” likewise lifts 2-1 on Latin Pop Airplay. There, Towers tallies a third No. 1 and Quevedo, his first. Further, the song adds a second week atop Latin Rhythm Airplay.

J Balvin Extends Record for Most No. 1s on Billboard’s Latin Airplay Chart with “Rio”

Posted on July 9, 2025 by Tom Castaneda

J Balvin has extended his lead…

The 40-year-old Colombian superstar has extended his unmatched record on Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart, as “Rio” soars 11-1 on the July 12-dated list, becoming his 38th chart-topper, the most among all acts.

“I am so incredibly happy,” Balvin tells Billboard. “Every single one of those 38 songs represents a huge milestone in my career. I can’t wait for the next ones.”

“Rio,” named after Balvin’s son, was issued on Jan. 24 via Sueños Globales/Capitol/ICLG.

It surges 11-1 in its 12th week in on the overall Latin Airplay ranking after a 57% increase in audience impressions, to 8.1 million, earned in the United States during the June 27-July 3 tracking week, according to Luminate.

“Balvin continues to redefine what global success looks like in Latin music,” Nir Seroussi, Executive VP of Interscope Capitol, tells Billboard. “His 38th No. 1 is more than a record — it’s a testament to his relentless creativity, cultural influence, and unwavering connection with fans around the world. We’re proud to stand beside an artist whose vision continues to push boundaries and shape the future of music.”

A significant portion of “Rio’s” audience growth is driven by four Univision stations: KVVF-FM (San Jose) leads, followed by KQMR-FM (Phoenix), KAMA-FM (Houston), and WVIV-FM (Chicago) rounding out the list.

“Rio” becomes the fourth song in 2025 to rise 10 or more positions on the chart to No. 1.

So far, Myke Towers’s “Otra Noche” claims the biggest jump to the summit this year. The song, which features Darell, climbed 12 rankings (13-1) in February. Meanwhile, Gerardo Coronel’s “No Se Dice” and Gloria Estefan’s “Raices” both hiked 11 and 10 slots, respectively, to No. 1 in May.

As “Rio” takes the lead on Latin Airplay, Balvin extends his record for the most No. 1s on the chart, with a 38th leader. Here’s a peak at those artists with the most No. 1s on the almost 31-year-old tally:

38, J Balvin
35, Ozuna
32, Enrique Iglesias
28, Bad Bunny
28, Daddy Yankee
24, Maluma
24, Shakira

“Rio” also jumps 3-1 on Latin Rhythm Airplay, where Balvin secures his record-extending 38 rulers.

Balvin performed “Rio” for the first time at the LVMH Charity Gala during the Paris Men’s Fashion Week 2025.

Maria Pedraza to Star Opposite Samuel L. Jackson in the Thriller “Just Play Dead”

Posted on May 13, 2025 by Tom Castaneda

Maria Pedraza is playing dead…

The 29-year-old Spanish actress, dancer and model will star in the thriller Just Play Dead.

Pedraza, who gained international recognition for her roles in the series Money Heist and Elite, will star opposite Samuel L. Jackson and Eva Green in the film.

Just Play Dead will be directed by Gary Fleder and is written by Dan Gordon.

The synopsis reads: “When wealthy criminal mastermind Jack Wolfe (Samuel L. Jackson) is cornered by the Feds, he plans to fake his own death and claim the $30 million life insurance payout with his “grieving” wife Nora (Eva Green), while framing her surfer lover Chad for his murder. But Nora is cooking up a scheme of her own: kill Jack for real, frame Chad and keep the fortune for herself. As lies unravel, Nora and Jack scramble to outsmart one another, leaving one burning question: who will come out on top in this twisted game of life and death?”

The film is a European co-production spearheaded by Head Gear Films’ Phil Hunt who produces alongside Gemstone Films’ Valentin Dimitrov, Sagiv Diamant, Moshe Diamant and Gaby Whyte Hart, who also serves as the casting director.

Production is set to begin this fall in the Canary Islands.

“Working with such incredible talents as Samuel L. Jackson and Eva Green is truly an honor. Eva Green will deliver a captivating performance as the cunning and seductive wife to Samuel L. Jackson’s powerful kingpin in this intoxicating thriller,” said Highland Film Group CEO Arianne Fraser.

“Dan Gordon has crafted a complex tale of lies, deceit and betrayal and Gary Fleder is the ideal director to bring this enticing and suspenseful project to life, which is already attracting buyers worldwide,” added Highland Film Group COO Delphine Perrier.

“I’ve always been drawn to stories that defy categorization, that live somewhere between genres and challenge audiences to stay on their toes. With Just Play Dead, written by the immensely talented Dan Gordon, and starring Samuel L. Jackson and Eva Green, I have the chance to return to that same rich, unpredictable territory. This film is provocative, sexy, and original—a perfect mix of clever storytelling and thrilling twists,” commented director Gary Fleder.

Pedraza appears in the music video for the 2023 Myke Towers song, “Lala“.

Myke Towers Earns 14th No. 1 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay Chart with Benny Blanco-Collab “Degenere”

Posted on April 29, 2025 by Tom Castaneda

Myke Towers has earned another charttopper…

The 31-year-old Puerto Rican rapper and Benny Blanco have risen to No. 1 on the Billboard Latin Airplay chart with their catchy collaboration, “Degenere.”

It’s Towers’ 14th No. 1 on Billboard’s the overall Latin radio ranking and the first champ for Blanco after two chart visits.

“Myke’s such a talent and a star,” Blanco tells Billboard. “He knew exactly what to do on this song the moment I turned the beat on in the studio… he’s like a magician sometimes… the song just appears out of thin air… he’s incredible.”

“Degenere,” added to the deluxe edition of Towers’ album La Pantera Negra, was released on October 17, 2024, via One World International/Warner/Warner Latina.

The original version of the album was released on August 22, 2024, and earned Towers his fifth top 10 entry on the Top Latin Albums chart, where it debuted and peaked at No. 7.

“It’s an honor to achieve another Billboard No. 1, especially with a song like ‘Degenere,’ created alongside a genius like Benny Blanco,” Towers adds. “His vision and creativity were essential in the shaping of this song that continues to bring us so much satisfaction. Thanks to my team, the fans, and everyone who makes these dreams possible. We keep writing history.”

“Degenere” reaches the summit in its 21st week, after two weeks in the top 10, thanks to a 20% boost in audience impressions, to 7.8 million, earned in the U.S. during the April 18-24 tracking week, according to Luminate.

With the track, Towers secures his 14th No. 1 on the Latin Airplay chart. It’s the second hit from the deluxe edition of the Pantera album to reach the top spot, following “Otra Noche” featuring Darell, which spent one week at No. 1 in February.

“Degenere” also ascends 3-1 on Latin Rhythm Airplay. On that list it marks Towers’ 14th No. 1 and gives Blanco his first chart-topper.

Bad Bunny Earns 27th No. 1 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay Chart with “Baile Inolvidable”

Posted on February 25, 2025 by Tom Castaneda

Bad Bunny has another No. 1 single on his resume…

The 30-year-old Puerto Rican Grammy-winning superstar has earned a second No. 1 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart from his latest album Debí Tirar Más Fotos.

It’s Bad Bunny’s 27th overall No. 1 as “Baile Inolvidable” rises 3-1 on the chart dated March 1.

The tropical song follows two-week champ “El Clúb” (February 8-15 charts).

“Baile Inolvidable” rolls into the top spot on the overall Latin Airplay chart thanks to 8.3 million audience impressions earned in the U.S. during the February 14-20 tracking week, according to Luminate.

It scores an 11% boost from the week prior. The song ejects Myke Towers’ “Otra Noche,” featuring Darell, from the lead (falling to No. 2 with 7.8 million audience, down less than 1%)

“El Clúb,” the first single from his No. 1 album, Debí Tirar Más Fotos, continues its run in the top 10, falling 4-10.

Meanwhile, Benito has a third song in the region, as his collaboration with Rauw Alejandro, “Que Pasaria…,” jumps 8-4.

Bad Bunny, who first led Latin Airplay in February 2018, has managed to place at least two No. 1s every year since, with 2020 marking his most rewarding year, placing six rulers then.

As Bad Bunny’s collection grows, here’s a look at the number of chart-toppers during his seven-year No. 1 career:

2018, three
2019, four
2020, six
2021, three
2022, three
2023, four
2024, two
2025, two (so far)

Beyond its Latin Airplay coronation, the tropical “Baile Inolvidable” notches a second week at No. 1 on Tropical Airplay.

It also adds a seventh week at No. 2 on the multi-metric Hot Latin Songs chart, which blends airplay, digital sales and streaming data into its formula. There, it takes the Greatest Gainer/Sales honors, with a 2% gain in sales, to 500, which moves it 3-2 on Latin Digital Song Sales.

Not the same luck in streaming activity, as the song registers 11.3 million official U.S. streams, translating to an 11% dip in clicks for the tracking week.

Myke Towers Earns 13th No. 1 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay Chart with Darell-Collab “Otra Noche”

Posted on February 19, 2025 by Tom Castaneda

It’s Lucky No. 13 for Myke Towers.

The 31-year-old Puerto Rican rapper and singer has secured his 13th No. 1 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart as “Otra Noche,” featuring Darell, surges 13-1 for its first week atop on the chart dated February 22.

It’s the biggest jump of 2025 so far, out of the four songs that have ruled the tally.

“Otra Noche” rallies to the top after a 36% surge in audience impressions, to 7.8 million, earned in the U.S. in the Feb. 7-13 tracking week, according to Luminate.

The recent airplay boost for “Otra Noche” may be due in part to Towers’ upcoming participation at SBS’ Calibash festival on March 7, with SBS’ WSKQ (New York) among the biggest supporters of the song, with the most plays for the tracking week, while Univision’s WXNY (New York), KAMA (Houston) and KDXX (Dallas), and SBS’ WMEG (Puerto Rico) round up the top five stations by spin count.

As “Otra Noche” takes the lead, it ejects Bad Bunny’s “El Clúb” from No. 1 after two weeks in charge. The latter drops 4-1 with a 17% dip in impressions.

“Otra Noche” gives Towers his 13th No. 1 on Latin Airplay. He previously reigned with “La Capi” in May 2024. Darell, meanwhile, returns to the summit after five years; “Otro Trago,” with Sech, Nicky Jam, Ozuna and Anuel AA, ruled for one week in 2019.

As “Otra Noche” surges 13-1, it becomes the largest jump out of the four songs that have ruled Latin Airplay, and the only one to jump more than one slot to the top.

Shakira’s “Soltera,” Bad Bunny’s “El Clúb” and Karol G’s “Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido” all rose 2-1. The last song to have a larger jump to No. 1 came on the July 20, 2024, chart, when “Perdonarte Para Qué?” by Los Angeles Azules y Emilia climbed 15-1.

“Otra Noche” was the fourth single from Towers’ fifth studio album, La Pantera Negra, released August 2024 on Warner Latina. The album debuted at Nos. 7 and 2 on Top Latin Albums and Latin Rhythm Albums, respectively, last September.

Myke Towers Embarking on 18-City North American Tour, La Pantera Negra

Posted on July 26, 2024 by Tom Castaneda

Myke Towers is preparing to trek across North America…

The 30-year-old Puerto Rican rapper, singer and songwriter. Who is riding the wave of a blockbuster year thus far, is planning to embark on his North American tour, La Pantera Negra, this fall.

After touring Spain, Towers will recreate that stint in 18 cities across U.S. and Canadian arenas and theaters, kicking off in Fairfax, Va., on October 2 at the EagleBank Arena.

Towers will also perform in major cities such as New York at Barclays Center (October 12), Miami at Kaseya Center (October 16), San Diego at Viejas Arena (October 31) and wrapping up at the YouTube Theater in Inglewood, Calif., on November 3.

Powered by Live Nation, his North American stint is anticipated to deliver his biggest hits, but also fresh tracks from his latest projects.

The tour is called La Pantera Negra, which is also the name of his upcoming album, is a sort of return to Towers’ origins, both musically and figuratively.

“There was a legendary person in my neighborhood [Quintana, in Río Piedras] who had several panthers as pets. One escaped and it was a mess. So I said, ‘I’m from here. I’m the black panther of Quintana,’” Towers told Billboard Español in April.

Tickets are available starting on Friday, July 26) at 10:00 a.m. local time on LiveNation.com.

Grupo Firme Earns Second No. 1 in a Week on Billboard’s Latin Airplay Chart with “El Beneficio De La Duda”

Posted on July 9, 2024 by Tom Castaneda

Grupo Firme is replacing itself…

A week after the Mexican band scored its first career No. 1 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart, the Regional Mexican group replaces itself at the summit with new single “El Beneficio De La Duda,” as the song flies 24-1 on the July 13-dated list.

The new leader follows the one-week reign of “Te Va a Doler,” the group’s first collab with Thalia.

“We are grateful to our audience for supporting each one of our crazy ideas,” Eduin Caz, lead singer for Grupo Firme, tells Billboard. “Both songs are completely different and the fact that they have accepted them as such, to take them to No. 1 one after the other is incredible and only motivates us to keep going.”

“El Beneficio De La Duda” scores 6.2 million audience impressions, up 56%, earned during the June 28-July 4 tracking week, according to Luminate.

Thalia’s “Te Va a Doler,” with Grupo Firme, meanwhile, falls to No. 26 with a 48% decline in audience (down 48%) after one week on top.

Thanks to the 56% gain in audience, “El Beneficio De La Duda” takes home the Greatest Gainer trophy, a weekly award for the song with the largest increase in audience among the 50-title radio ranking.

A pair of California stations lead the way with the most plays, KLAX in Los Angeles and KRZZ in San Francisco, in the latest tracking week, while KFZO in Dallas, rounds up the top three.

“El Beneficio De La Duda,” composed by singer-songwriter Joss Favela and released May 28 via Music VIP, grants the label its first ruler on the overall Latin radio ranking. Music VIP came close when “Que Onda Perdida,” another Grupo Firme song, with Gerardo Coronel, reached No. 3 in July 2023.

“For us, it is wonderful to continue to represent our Mexican music in the highest possible way,” Isael Gutiérrez, founder and CEO of Music VIP Entertainment, tells Billboard. “Every achievement and every record we break drives us to keep innovating and creating music that continues to break boundaries.”

As “El Beneficio De La Duda” lands at the summit on the overall Latin radio tally, Grupo Firme replaces itself at No. 1, the second act to achieve the feat in 2024, following Myke Towers whose “Borracho y Loco” with Yandel ceded the throne to his own “La Falda,” after the latter’s one week in charge (Feb. 24-dated list).

Beyond its Latin Airplay coronation, “El Beneficio De La Duda” takes the lead on the Regional Mexican Airplay chart, for the group’s 10th No. 1 there, tying with Christian Nodal for second-most champs this decade, both trailing only Calibre 50’s 11 No. 1s since 2020.

“When Joss Favela sent me the first take of the song, he simulated the accordion with his voice because the song wasn’t produced yet,” Caz adds. “I still liked how his voice hummed the melody and decided to incorporate it, and that is one of the most special details of the song.”

Grupo Firme, comprising Eduin and Johnny Caz, Abraham Hernandez, Joaquin Ruiz, Christian Gutierrez, Jose Rubio and Dylan Camacho, celebrates its second No. 1 on the heels of the group’s La Última Peda Tour 2024, the 32-date run that launched in San Antonio, Texas on May 10 and will wrap up November 2 at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles.

Marcello Hernández to Compete in 2024 MLB All-Star Celebrity Softball Game

Posted on July 1, 2024 by Tom Castaneda

Marcello Hernández is ready to play ball…

Major League Baseball (MLB) officials have revealed the names of some of the celebrities who’ll be taking part in the 2024 MLB All-Star Celebrity Softball Game, including the 26-year-old Cuban American stand-up comedian, actor and Saturday Night Live cast member.

The game, which is set to take place on July 13th, is part of the All-Star Saturday festivities taking place at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas.

Hernández will be joined by 30-year-old Puerto Rican rapper and singer Myke Towers. Both recently celebrated Latino culture in baseball in a campaign with Remezcla Creative Agency titled “El Béisbol es Otra Cosa.” The campain highlighted the great Latino starss in themajor leagues, as well as the many ways Latino communities relate to them.

Other celebrities who are set to participate in the game include actress Gina Rodriguez, singers Eladio Carrion, Payo Solis & Julian Peña, Jr of Grupo Frontera, TV & radio personality Bobby Bones, reality TV personalities West Wilson and Matt James, country music star Kane Brown and influences Dani Austin and Nicky Cass.

Also participating will be former pitcher Pedro Martínez, and former NFL wider receiver Terrell Owens, as well as former NBA point guard Tyrese Maxey and softball legends Jennie Finch, Natasha Watley, and Lauren Gipson (Chamberlain).

Tickets for the All-Star Saturday festivities are now available at allstargame.com, starting from $35 and include all three events on Saturday, including the 2024 All-Star Futures Game, featuring the top Minor League prospects and the MLB Futures Skills Showcase as well as the 2024 All-Star Celebrity Softball Game.

Myke Towers’ “La Capi” Rises to No. 1 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay Chart

Posted on May 20, 2024 by Tom Castaneda

Myke Towers’ latest single has topped another chart…

The 30-year-old Puerto Rican rapper, singer and songwriter’s “La Capi” rises to No. 1 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart dated May 25 online one week after the track rose to the summit on the Tropical Airplay chart.

“La Capi,” released via One World International/Warner/Warner Latina, advances from No. 3 to No. 1 boosted by a 12% gain in audience impressions, to 10.3 million, across U.S. Latin stations in the week ending May 10-16, according to Luminate.

The merengue-flavored tune sends Shakira and Grupo Frontera’s “(Entre Paréntesis)” to No. 2 after one week in charge, with a 5% dip in audience, to 9.1 million.

With “La Capi,” Towers banks his 12th No. 1 on Latin Airplay, dating back to “Caramelo,” with Ozuna and Karol G, in 2020.

Towers also enlarges his chart-topping rate to three champs this year, after “Borracho y Loco,” with Wisin, and “La Falda” hit No. 1, for one week in charge each in Feb.

He ties Feid for the most No. 1s on Latin Airplay in 2024.

Notably, out of the 18 No. 1s in 2024, Towers is the third male soloist to hit No. 1 unaccompanied by another artist. He previously led this year, on his own, with “La Falda” on the Feb. 24-dated list.

Also in 2024, Xavi achieved the feat through “La Diabla” (two weeks at No. 1 in February and March), while Ozuna completed a one-week reign with “Baccarat” (March 30 chart).

Towers’ new leader joins “La Falda” and “Lala” as the third No. 1 from Towers’ album, LVEU: Vive La Tuya…No La Mía, his fourth top 10 on Top Latin Albums (No. 9 high, last December).

Elsewhere, “La Capi” holds strong at its No. 1 peak on Tropical Airplay for a second week.

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