MIAMI (26 de junio del 2014) —  La 15a Entrega Anual del Latin GRAMMY^® se llevará a cabo en el MGM Grand Garden Arena en Las Vegas el jueves, 20 de noviembre, y se transmitirá en los Estados Unidos a través de la cadena Univision a las 8–11 p.m. hora del Este/Pacífico (7 p.m. Hora del Centro). Este año es la séptima vez que la transmisión de la marca más prestigiosa de la música latina se llevará a cabo en Las Vegas y la primera que se hace desde el MGM Grand. Las nominaciones de este año se anunciarán el miércoles, 24 de septiembre, la información respectiva se irá generando posteriormente. Para obtener actualizaciones y noticias de última hora, visite las redes sociales de La Academia Latina de la Grabación^® en Twitter y Facebook.

"Durante 14 años hemos exhibido algunos de los más grandes artistas de música latina, y ahora, a punto de celebrar nuestro  15o aniversario, estamos encantados de marcar este nuevo hito con más segmentos musicales únicos", digo Gabriel Abaroa Jr., Presidente/CEO de La Academia Latina de la Grabación^®. "También nos complace trabajar una vez más con los sobresalientes equipos de Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, nuestros socios de MGM Resorts y Univision, que se unen con nosotros para ofrecer una experiencia inolvidable, no solo para los huéspedes, patrocinadores y miembros presentes, sino también para los aficionados de la música de todo el mundo".

"La 15a. Entrega Anual del Latin GRAMMY^® marca otro hito importante para la industria de la música latina y habla de nuestro compromiso de celebrar nuestra cultura, nuestro patrimonio y la influencia y el impacto de los latinos en la música" manifestó Alberto Ciurana, presidente de programación y contenido en Univision Networks. "Univision volverá a hacer historia con nuestro socio de larga data, La Academia Latina de la Grabación, y en una nueva sede, el MGM Grand Garden Arena".

Scott Sibella, Presidente y Director de Operaciones de MGM Grand manifestó: "Los Latin GRAMMYs son un evento vibrante y emocionante que Las Vegas espera con ansias cada año. La oportunidad de acoger este evento nos permite dar la bienvenida a íconos de la música latina y a sus aficionados al MGM Grand, a la vez que mostraremos nuestro resort y las comodidades de renombre mundial a nuestros huéspedes nacionales e internacionales".

"Las Vegas está muy entusiasmada de dar la bienvenida nuevamente a la Entrega Anual del Latin GRAMMYs por séptimo año", señaló Cathy Tull, Vicepresidenta Sénior de Comercialización de Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. "Al ser la capital del entretenimiento del mundo, no hay un mejor lugar para celebrar un evento tan lleno de estrellas que honra a los mejores artistas de la industria de la música latina".

Desde que la transmisión anual del  Latin GRAMMY se llevó a cabo en el 2005 en español por Univision,  el programa ha obtenido calificaciones significativas de manera consistente cada año en los Estados Unidos y alrededor del mundo. De hecho, los Latin GRAMMY se han convertido en uno de los programas más vistos y de mayor audiencia de Univision, a la vez que ofrecen sólidos resultados y participación de medios sociales. Con cerca de 2 millones de seguidores, @LatinGRAMMYs es el evento  de premiación más seguido en Twitter en cualquier idioma y a nivel nacional e internacional.

Además, el camino hacia los Latin GRAMMYs - una serie de eventos culturales de un mes de duración que culmina con en la noche más importante de la música latina - comienza con los Latin GRAMMY Acoustic Sessions y los Latin GRAMMY Street Parties, que tienen lugar en diversas ciudades de los Estados Unidos, Colombia y Ciudad de México, así como la Ceremonia de Entrega de Premios Especiales, y la gala de homenaje a la Persona del Año de La Academia Latina de la Grabación.

La Academia Latina de la Grabación es una organización internacional compuesta por artistas, músicos, compositores, productores, y otros profesionales técnicos y creativos de la grabación, de habla hispana y portuguesa. La organización se dedica a mejorar la calidad de vida y las condiciones culturales de la música latina y sus creadores. Además de producir la Entrega del Latin GRAMMY para premiar la excelencia en las artes y ciencias de la grabación, La Academia Latina de la Grabación brinda programas educativos y de asistencia para la comunidad musical latina. Para más información acerca de La Academia Latina de la Grabación, por favor visite LatinGRAMMY.com. Para obtener noticias de último momento y contenido exclusivo, sigue @LatinGRAMMYs en Twitter,  hazte un fanático en Facebook, e únete a las redes sociales de la organización en Foursquare, Google+, Instagram, Pinterest, Tumblr, y YouTube.

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CONTACTO DE PRENSA:

Lourdes Lopez Patton

La Academia Latina de la Grabación

310.392.3777

lourdesl@grammy.com

NOTAS DEL EDITOR:

Los nominados para la 15a Entrega Anual del Latin GRAMMY se anunciarán el 24 de septiembre del 2014. Visite la Sala de Prensa de GRAMMY.com (www.grammy.com) y LatinGRAMMY.com (www.latingrammy.com) para obtener instrucciones acerca de cómo obtener credenciales para cubrir el espectáculo. Pronto se publicarán las instrucciones.

No sorprende que uno de los momentos más conmovedores durante la presentación de los Premios Especiales 2014 de La Academia Latina de la Grabación estuviera asociado a la belleza de una buena canción.  Al recibir el Premio a la Excelencia Musical, el legendario Dúo Dinámico de España empezó a cantar, armonizando a la perfección, improvisando una breve estrofa de su éxito “Quince Años Tiene Mi Amor” – haciendo una obvia referencia a los 15 años del Latin GRAMMY que celebramos este año.

La presentación de los Premios Especiales invita a reflexionar sobre la riqueza y variedad de nuestra música.  Es una fiesta matutina cargada de emoción, y una oportunidad de celebrar en persona a una ecléctica galería de creadores que, cada uno a su manera, cambiaron para siempre el panorama de la música iberoamericana.

César Costa, pionero del rock mexicano, habló sobre su “largo y bello romance con su público”.  La argentina Valeria Lynch, con la misma efervescencia que define su cantar, hizo una declaración de principios: “He vivido siempre con pasión todo lo que encaré en mi carrera”.  Mientras que Los Lobos, gigantes del rock chicano, padrinos de una fusión que une las raíces del folklore mexicano con el más puro rock’n’roll estadounidense, agradecieron a sus familias, recibiendo el tributo notable humildad.

Los ganadores también reconocieron la importancia de sus influencias.  El salsero cubano Willy Chirino, creador del sonido de Miami que mezcló ritmos tropicales con la seducción del pop, mencionó a grandes como Beny Moré, Celia Cruz, Tito Puente y Los Beatles, para después agradecer “a los que bailan sus canciones” y a su esposa Lisette, con la que lleva 34 años de casado.  “Para los parámetros de esta industria, son como 100”, exclamó entre carcajadas del público.  “Ella es mi mejor consejera, criticona en el mejor sentido de la palabra”.

Carlos Do Carmo – uno de los cantantes más exquisitos del fado, género portugués por excelencia – habló sobre su patria, reconocida por primera vez en estos Premios Especiales.  “Nací en un país bello y antiguo, con características muy particulares.  A mi pueblo le gusta cantar, y no es posible cantar fado sin una profunda pasión”.

También le llegó el turno a Ney Matogrosso, un artista con todo el sentido de la palabra: rebelde, contestatario, de ilimitada imaginación.  “Estoy totalmente consciente de la importancia de este premio”, dijo este pionero del glam-rock y veterano de la canción brasileña.  “Jamás, ni en mis sueños más locos, pensé que algún día podría recibir un honor como éste”.

Desafortunadamente, el venezolano Juan Vicente Torrealba no pudo recibir el Premio del Consejo Directivo en persona.  Pero el ejecutivo de la industria discográfica brasileña André Midani sí dijo presente, deleitando a la audiencia con una historia que ocurrió en México, cuando una empleada de inmigración consideró su historial – nacido en Siria, habitante de Brasil, llegado de Colombia a México – y le dijo que “no era una persona de confianza”.  Trofeo en mano y dirigiéndose a su esposa, Midani concluyó la anécdota exclamando: “Te lo dije, mi amor, que un día sería digno de confianza”.

La foto final, con todos los ganadores del premio sentados en una fila horizontal sobre el escenario, estuvo llena de sonrisas y ocurrencias de los participantes.  Aún para estas leyendas, acostumbradas a recibir honores, se sentía en el aire que éste era un evento especial.

¡Felicitaciones a todas las leyendas homenajeadas en la Presentación de los Premios Especiales 2014! #LatinGRAMMY pic.twitter.com/x9xHBxNkj5

— Latin GRAMMYs (@LatinGRAMMYs) November 19, 2014

Open Society Foundations joins as Presenting Sponsor of the mentorship program and symposium to be held on March 4 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Davie, FL

Apply to the Leading Ladies of Entertainment Mentorship Program by April 6, 2026

MIAMI (FEBRUARY 19, 2026) — The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation® announced it will host its inaugural Leading Ladies of Entertainment Symposium on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, bringing together influential voices to inspire leadership, mentorship and the advancement of women in music at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Davie, FL.

Throughout the day, guests will hear from former Leading Ladies of Entertainment honorees as well as trailblazing women in the industry who will speak on topics ranging from entrepreneurship, branding and the future of the industry, as well as participate in networking opportunities. Panelists will be announced over the coming weeks. For more event details and to secure tickets click here.

The Foundation also announced that applications are now open for its Leading Ladies of Entertainment Mentorship Program. Paying-it-forward and forging opportunities for future generations is a core pillar of this initiative, and the program is now accepting applications for its fifth cohort of mentees looking to follow a career in the music and entertainment industry. To apply visit www.latingrammyculturalfoundation.org by Monday, April 6, 2026.

This year, Open Society Foundations, the world’s largest private funder of independent groups working for rights, equity and justice, joins as Presenting Sponsor of the inaugural Leading Ladies of Entertainment Symposium as well as the Mentorship Program.

“At the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation, we believe access creates opportunity, and the Leading Ladies Symposium and Mentorship Program are powerful reminders of what happens when women come together with purpose and commit to ensuring that future generations have access to resources and opportunities,” said Raquel “Rocky” Egusquiza, Executive Director, Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation. “We thank Open Society Foundations for sharing our vision to bring together such an inspiring group of women who are generously sharing their stories, insights and leadership to help create pathways for the next generation of women in entertainment.”

The Leading Ladies of Entertainment initiative was created by The Latin Recording Academy® in 2016 to honor and recognize professional and socially conscious women within the arts and entertainment fields who have made significant contributions and inspired the next generation of female leaders. To learn about previous honorees click here.

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ABOUT THE LATIN GRAMMY CULTURAL FOUNDATION:

The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation® is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization established by The Latin Recording Academy® with the vision of becoming a global champion of music education and empowering communities through Latin music and culture. For over a decade, the Foundation has fostered the next generation of Latin music creators through scholarships, education programs and grants that advance Latin music and celebrate its rich cultural heritage. To date, the Foundation has invested more than $15 million with the support of The Latin Recording Academy’s members, artists, corporate sponsors and other generous donors.For additional information or to donate, please visit latingrammyculturalfoundation.org or our Facebook page. And follow us @latingrammyfdn on Instagram, and at Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation on Facebook and LinkedIn.

MEDIA CONTACT:

The Latin Recording Academy

Nathalie Alberto

Nathalie.alberto@grammy.com

The program, in partnership with Sony Music Group’s Beyond The Instrument Initiative, expands access to music education and included a donation of instruments and musical performances by the students

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PANAMA (JANUARY 29, 2026) — The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation®, in partnership with Sony Music Group’s Beyond The Instrument Initiative and Latin GRAMMY®-nominated artist Boza, hosted Latin GRAMMY In The Schools™, an educational experience that included a donation of musical instruments to the high school Instituto Rubiano in San Miguelito, Panama. The program—and first collaboration with Sony Music Central America and the Caribbean—included musical performances by the students and a Q&A session with the artist, moderated by renowned journalist Leonor Suárez.

Instituto Rubiano is one of Panama’s leading public educational institutions, serving approximately 4,000 students across two shifts. Recognized for its commitment to holistic development, the school emphasizes value-based learning, teamwork and community engagement to help guide young people toward positive futures. It offers high school diplomas in Science, Humanities and Computer Science, and its entire community—teachers, parents, students, and administrative staff—partners to deliver a high-quality education with the goal of becoming a national model in scientific, humanistic and technological excellence. The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation’s and Sony Music Group’s Beyond the Instrument Initiative’s investment will further strengthen Instituto Rubiano’s music offerings by funding new instruments and equipment, creating greater opportunities for students to explore and pursue music as part of their academic journey.

“It’s an honor for me to be part of the Latin GRAMMY In The Schools program because music was the tool that helped me believe in myself and change the course of my life,” said Boza. “Sharing that experience with students and showing them that their talent, voice and culture have value is something very special. I hope this program motivates them to trust their creativity and understand that there is room for them in the industry.”

“Learning goes beyond the classroom, because at Instituto Rubiano, talent and discipline grow together,” said Elizabeth Gil de Solís, Director of Instituto Rubiano. “Thank you to the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation and Sony Music Central America and the Caribbean for bringing this educational opportunity to our school.”

“We’re thrilled to bring Beyond The Instrument to Panama and to support Instituto Rubiano’s commitment to empowering young creators,” said Towalame Austin, Executive Vice President of Philanthropy, Social Impact and Environment at Sony Music Group. “Together with the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation and Boza, we’re proud to help equip these students with the tools and inspiration to pursue their musical dreams.”

“We thank Boza and Sony Music Group for their partnership and commitment to our shared mission to nurture future Latin music creators,” said Raquel “Rocky” Egusquiza, Executive Director of the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation. “Together with their support, we have ensured the legacy of Latin music at Instituto Rubiano and created what we hope will be a lifetime of memories for the student body in attendance.”

Launched in 2021, Sony Music Group’s Beyond The Instrument Initiative is designed to advance equity and expand access to cutting-edge music technology education for students in traditionally underfunded schools and districts. Through this initiative, students gain hands-on experience with modern music tools and creative mentorship from Sony Music artists and songwriters. Previously, Sony Music artists Gloria Estefan and Carlos Vives joined the program through their participation in the Latin GRAMMY In The Schools. To date, Beyond The Instrument has made an impact in schools across California, Tennessee, Florida, Canada and London, inspiring the next generation of diverse creators and innovators in music.

Latin GRAMMY In The Schools is an educational program that informs and connects music students with professionals in the Latin music industry, supporting educational music departments that face financial limitations around the world. The Foundation invites renowned musicians, performing artists, and sound engineers to visit middle and high schools, universities, or music education institutions and share their personal stories and experiences with students, highlighting the effort it takes to overcome career obstacles. The goal is for students to learn to optimize the educational opportunities presented to them, giving them an advantage and strong academic preparation to be able to compete in the music industry.

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ABOUT BOZA:

Hailing from Panama, Boza is a globally recognized singer/songwriter known for fusing urban music, dancehall, afrobeat and the Panamanian canela rhythm. In 2019, Sony Music Entertainment Centroamérica y Caribe signed the Panamanian artist. In 2020, the hit “Hecha Pa’ Mi” catapulted him to global fame after going viral on TikTok. The track is featured on Más Negro Que Rojo, Boza’s debut album released in 2020, which earned him his first Latin GRAMMY® nomination in the Best New Artist category. Since then, the artist has released three additional studio albums: Bucle (2022), Sin Sol (2023), and SAN BLAS (2025). His hit “Orión,” featuring Elena Rose, has accumulated over 214 million streams, spent 14 weeks at #2 on Billboard's Latin Pop Airplay chart, and was named one of the 25 Best Latin Songs of the Year by the same magazine. In 2025, he was included in Forbes Central America’s 30 Under 30 list in the Sports and Entertainment category, highlighting his cultural influence and social impact. He also received his second Latin GRAMMY nomination in the Best Latin Electronic Music Performance category for “Orión (Sistek Remix).” With over 12.2 million monthly listeners on Spotify and over 1.982 billion total streams, Boza has established himself as one of Central America’s most influential voices.

ABOUT THE LATIN GRAMMY CULTURAL FOUNDATION:

The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation® is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization established by The Latin Recording Academy® with the vision of becoming a global champion of music education and empowering communities through Latin music and culture. For over a decade, the Foundation has fostered the next generation of Latin music creators through scholarships, education programs and grants that advance Latin music and celebrate its rich cultural heritage. To date, the Foundation has invested more than $15 million with the support of The Latin Recording Academy’s members, artists, corporate sponsors and other generous donors.For additional information or to donate, please visit latingrammyculturalfoundation.org or our Facebook page. And follow us @latingrammyfdn on Instagram, and at Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation on Facebook and LinkedIn.

ABOUT SONY MUSIC GROUP’S BEYOND THE INSTRUMENT:

Marking its fifth anniversary, Beyond The Instrument continues to underscore Sony Music Group’s commitment to expanding access to music education; since its launch, the program has equipped young people across multiple regions with cuttingedge music technology and industryrelevant learning experiences. Implemented in key markets including California, Tennessee, Florida, Nevada, London, Toronto, and now Panama, the initiative has grown into a global effort that empowers students through meaningful, handson opportunities. Artists and songwriters who have contributed to the program include Cat Burns, Noah Cyrus, Sigala, DIXSON, Theron Thomas, Schak, Aqyila and Gloria Estefan, each helping to inspire the next generation of music creators.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

The Latin Recording Academy

Nathalie Alberto

Nathalie.alberto@grammy.com

Sony Music

Melissa Cusack

Melissa.Cusack@sonymusic.com

The immersive learning experience, presented by Coca-Cola, guided aspiring

creators on industry topics such as music business, songwriting and Latin percussion

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MIAMI (JANUARY 26, 2026) – The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation® hosted their Emerging Talent Intensive Program at Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade over the weekend. The immersive learning experience, presented by Coca-Cola, included a full day of activities which guided 50 aspiring teen music creators through curated, hands-on workshops focused on the music business, songwriting, performance and Latin percussion.

Guest panelists included Latin GRAMMY®-winning artist Natalia Ramírez who shared insights into the wide range of career possibilities within the music industry—from performance and production to marketing and tech—while also sharing practical advice from her own professional journey. The program continued with a presentation by Latin GRAMMY® nominee and Foundation alum Nicolás González, who guided the young creators through the foundations of songwriting and live performance, covering topics like lyric development, song structure and the art of storytelling through music. Rounding out the day, Foundation alum Alexis Soto, led a Latin percussion workshop, featuring a hands-on rhythm session. Each of the presentations included engaging Q&A sessions, with renowned journalist Jessica Rodriguez serving as the moderator, where the aspiring music creators were able to engage with the speakers and dived deeper into the respective workshops.

“We are incredibly grateful to the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation for bringing this transformative Emerging Talent Intensive Program to our Clubs,” said Alex Rodríguez-Roig, President of Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade. “This partnership perfectly aligns with our mission to enable all young people to reach their full potential. By exposing our aspiring young music creators to world-class instruction in songwriting, performance and the business side of music, we're opening doors to career possibilities they may have never imagined. We thank the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation, Coca-Cola, and all the talented guest instructors for investing in the futures of Miami-Dade's youth, and for showing them that their dreams in music are within reach.”

“Creating innovative, engaging programs that make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve is central to our purpose, and we’re proud to bring that commitment to life through our more than 75-year partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs,” said Alba Baylin, Vice President of Stakeholder and Social Impact at The Coca-Cola Company. “Together with the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation we’ve created a culturally relevant and inspiring program that gives young people in Miami direct exposure to and mentorship from music industry experts, while building the workforce readiness skills they need for successful futures.”

“Together with Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade and our guest panelists we are fulfilling our shared mission to serve the community and nurture aspiring music creators,” said Raquel “Rocky” Egusquiza, Executive Director of the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation. “We are grateful to them and to Coca-Cola for partnering with us for this Emerging Talent Intensive as we further advance the future of Latin music.”

The Emerging Talent Intensive Program was launched in 2025 and creates engaging, accessible experiences for aspiring performing artists. The program offers young creators the opportunity to participate in hands-on training through classes and jam sessions based on the broad and dynamic curriculum offered by the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation guest panelists and their brand partners.

For more information and the latest news, please visit the official Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation website at www.latingrammyculturalfoundation.org.

ABOUT THE LATIN GRAMMY CULTURAL FOUNDATION:

The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation® is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization established by The Latin Recording Academy® with the vision of becoming a global champion of music education and empowering communities through Latin music and culture. For over a decade, the Foundation has fostered the next generation of Latin music creators through scholarships, education programs and grants that advance Latin music and celebrate its rich cultural heritage. To date, the Foundation has invested more than $15 million with the support of The Latin Recording Academy’s members, artists, corporate sponsors and other generous donors.For additional information or to donate, please visit latingrammyculturalfoundation.org or our Facebook page. And follow us @latingrammyfdn on Instagram, and at Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation on Facebook and LinkedIn.

MEDIA CONTACT:

The Latin Recording Academy

Nathalie Alberto

Nathalie.alberto@grammy.com