TelevisaUnivision and The Latin Recording Academy® unveil Official Sponsors for the 24th Annual Latin Grammy Awards®

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TelevisaUnivision and The Latin Recording Academy® unveil Official Sponsors for the 24th Annual Latin Grammy Awards®

Latin GRAMMYs/Nov 14, 2023 - 03:00 PM

More Than 15 Brands Gather to Celebrate The Biggest Night in Latin Music® Airing on Univision, UniMás, and Galavisión on Thursday, November 16 at 8 p.m. ET/PT

MIAMI (NOVEMBER 14, 2023) – TelevisaUnivision, the world’s leading Spanish-language media and content company, and The Latin Recording Academy® today announced the complete lineup of sponsors for the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards® uniting to celebrate The Biggest Night in Latin Music®. This year’s extensive group of partners enlisted by The Latin Recording Academy include Andalucía, Bulova, El Corte Inglés, Frontera, Fundador, Iberia, INFINITI, iryo, Lanjarón, Mastercard, Sevilla, Uber, Viñas Familia Gil, Walmart and YSL, as well as first time TelevisaUnivision sponsors Ally Financial, Lionsgate, Shark Beauty and Ulta Beauty and returning sponsors INFINITI and Walmart. The Latin GRAMMY Awards will air on Univision, UniMás, and Galavisión on Thursday, November 16, at 8 p.m. ET/PT (7 p.m. CT).

“We are so excited to welcome this year’s sponsors to the Latin GRAMMYs, bringing engaging, exciting and unique activations to our audience,” said John Kozack, Executive Vice President of Multimedia Sales at TelevisaUnivision. “With Latin music holding the attention of millions around the world, what better stage than The Biggest Night in Latin Music for our partners to build meaningful and impactful connections with the Hispanic community.”

“The response from marketers to this year’s historic Latin GRAMMYs has been phenomenal. We are thrilled to partner with leading and emblematic brands to celebrate the biggest week and The Biggest Night in Latin Music, “said Enrique Perez, Head of Partnerships and Client Solutions at The Latin Recording Academy. “It’s exciting to see how all of our partners are activating their Latin GRAMMY sponsorship in innovative ways to connect with consumers and Latin music fans in Spain, the U.S. and Latin America.”

Official sponsors for the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards include:

Ally Financial joins the Latin GRAMMYs as an official digital sponsor to present Siempre tu Aliado, a social-first series that showcases rising Latinos in the music industry who are celebrating richness found in being de aqui y de allá. The three-part series tells the story of Valentina García, aka DJ VryWvy, a bilingual and bicultural self-taught DJ making waves in her community with a little help from a great ally.

Bulova is the official timepiece and jewelry partner of the Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards. Now in its eighth year of partnership, the brand is the official sponsor of the Nominations Reception, Person of the Year Gala and the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards. Bulova is partnering with The Latin Recording Academy to gift all first-time Latin GRAMMY winner’s special edition watches, personalized with engraving, to commemorate the milestone – an annual gifting initiative that started in 2019. Bulova is also a proud sponsor of Primeras Veces, the Best New Artist Digital Series, which features a special interview and performance by 2023 Best New Artist Nominees and a special look at their Latin GRAMMY Edition Bulova watch.

The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport of the Regional Government of Andalucia, with co-financing from European funds, joins as institutional presenting partner, kicking off a three-year partnership with The Latin Recording Academy. The inaugural year of this partnership includes Latin GRAMMY Sessions: Flamenco, Latin GRAMMY Sessions: Urbano, Latin GRAMMY in the Schools and during Latin GRAMMY week a presenting sponsorship of the Nominee Reception, Leading Ladies of Entertainment, Person of the Year Gala and Premiere as well as the official sponsor of Best New Artist Showcase, Special Awards and the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards® Official Party.

El Corte Inglés is the official retail sponsor of the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards in Spain, in addition to sponsoring the Nominee Reception and Person of the Year Award, and the presenting sponsor of Leading Ladies of Entertainment. From October 6 to November 16, 2023 El Corte Inglés launched a traveling exhibition in various cities throughout Spain including Malaga, Madrid, Barcelona and Sevilla, where iconic items can be seen in their display windows including the renowned Latin GRAMMY gramophone and memorabilia from previous Latin GRAMMY winners. Additionally, during this time, they have also launched pop-up corners in ten of their locations (cities include Madrid, Valencia, Barcelona, Canarias, Málaga and Sevilla) featuring limited edition merchandise through the end of November.

Frontera Wines returns for the fourth consecutive year as the official wine sponsor of the Latin GRAMMY Awards and will be offering a series of special promotions available at various points of sale across the U.S.

Fundador comes on board as the first official Spanish brandy sponsor, providing and serving brandy and whiskey across all Latin GRAMMY week events. The brand serves as official sponsor of the Nominee Reception, Person of the Year Gala, Official Latin GRAMMY Party, and the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards.

Iberia is the official airline sponsor of the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards. During Latin GRAMMY Week, the Spanish airline is providing flights to members of The Latin Recording Academy and offering event attendees a special discount code on routes that connect the Americas with the Andalusian capital. Furthermore, in the Premium Lounge Velázquez de Iberia at Madrid-Barajas International Airport, travelers who journey through Iberia’s VIP Lounge can check out a photo gallery featuring past Latin GRAMMY winners. Iberia will serve as the Official Sponsor of the Nominee Reception, Person of the Year, and the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards as well as presenting sponsor of the Premiere Ceremony. The brand will also be present in the talent gift lounge.

INFINITI returns for the second consecutive year as an official digital sponsor in the automotive category. Viewers will get the opportunity to follow the story of Latin GRAMMY nominated singer/songwriter Debi Nova through a custom social docu-series highlighting the hard work and dedication that has gotten her to where she is today.

iryo is the official train sponsor of the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards. The first Spanish high speed train operator is offering guests traveling to Latin GRAMMY Week a special discount code. Iryo will serve as official sponsors of the Nominee Reception, Person of The Year and the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards as well as presenting Sponsor of Premiere Ceremony.

Lanjarón is the official bottled water sponsor of the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards in Spain. To celebrate the Latin GRAMMYs, the mineral water brand from Andalucía has created a limited edition of bottles for the week’s most select events. Lanjarón will also be present on the red carpet and will be serving signature cocktails made with sparkling water to all artists and VIP guests at the Official Celebration. To celebrate Andalucía’s extraordinary origins, it is inviting the duo Mëstiza DJ, who will put on a very special performance for all guests. Lanjarón celebrates its origins in Andalucía and also works hard to preserve it. That’s why it will be collecting and recycling plastic bottles at events throughout the week as part of its sustainability program and commitment.

Lionsgate becomes a first-time official sponsor at this year's Latin GRAMMYs with a 360 campaign for the promotion of the studio’s highly anticipated upcoming movie The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes. Latin music fans will virtually travel to Sevilla with creator Mariangela to sing one of the new film's centerpiece songs, "The Hanging Tree" in the streets of Sevilla, Ole style! In addition, the creator will also show viewers how she gets ready for the Latin GRAMMYs as she finds herself on a quest to find the perfect Hunger Games-inspired dress for the red carpet, which will be revealed live on social and on linear TV during the Noche de Estrellas pre-show.

For its seventh consecutive year as a global sponsor, Mastercard returns as the official payment sponsor for the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards and sponsor of Nominations Reception, Person of the Year and the Official Celebration. For the second year in a row, Mastercard is presenting sponsor of the Best New Artist Showcase, after having Best New Artist tour stops in Mexico and Brazil. The BNA Showcase will feature performances from all 2023 Best New Artist Award nominees reinforcing Mastercard’s commitment to emerging artists. Mastercard will also bring back for the second year in a row a one-of-a-kind Fellowship Program with The Latin Recording Academy where Latin GRAMMY nominated artists will benefit from a financial opportunity to attend the Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards and enjoy a VIP Mastercard Hospitality experience, while documenting their journey for Latin music fans and aspiring musicians to enjoy across social media. Artists will also participate in the first edition of Mastercard’s Artists Accelerator Program for Latin America which extends support to selected talent, providing tools that serve to grow their music careers such as Web3, Diseño de Imagen, Emprendimiento Musical, among others.

Ayuntamiento de Sevilla is the host city and institutional sponsor for the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards and Latin GRAMMY Week events. The city will provide access to historic landmarks during Latin GRAMMY Week events, creating a one-of-a-kind setting from events held throughout the week with venues including the Real Alcazar, Centro Cultural Magallanes, Casa Pilatos, and Palacio de Congresos y Exposiciones (FIBES), the site for the 2023 Person of the Year event and the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards.

For the first time ever, Shark Beauty™ joins the Latin GRAMMYs as an official digital sponsor in the United States and Gifting Lounge partner. Together, TelevisaUnivision and Shark Beauty™ will empower Latinas to lead the next chapter in beauty with their "Looks Icónicos at the Latin GRAMMYs." Shark Beauty™ will have a Hair Glam Station at the Latin GRAMMYs Gifting Lounge where guests will have their hair professionally styled using the Shark FlexStyle® and receive this amazing hair tool as a gift. Then on the big night, audiences will join Karla de La Torre's journey to "Get Ready,” with the help of Shark FlexStyle® and the all-new Shark® SmoothStyle™ and be part of her glamorous final look reveal on the Latin GRAMMYs red carpet.

Uber will serve as the official mobility sponsor for the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMYs. Uber will be transporting artists and VIP guests to events and red carpets in a luxury fleet, in addition to the participating talent for the BNA Showcase and 2023 Person of the Year Gala. Attendees will have access to a special promo code for discounted rides in one of Uber’s Latin GRAMMY-branded vehicles that have already hit the streets of Sevilla. In addition, Uber will launch a talent campaign where a branded Hummer will surprise lucky riders throughout Sevilla with the opportunity to participate in a carpool karaoke with a special guest artist for the chance to win tickets to the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards. Uber serves as the official sponsor of Nominee Reception, Best New Artist Showcase, 2023 Person of the Year, and the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards.

Ulta Beauty joins as an official digital sponsor of the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards for the first time in the United States. With a focus on the glamorous moments of the night, Ulta Beauty is connecting with social fans by showcasing celeb-worthy beauty tricks and tips inspired by trends as seen exclusively on the Latin GRAMMY red carpet.

Viñas Familia Gil joins as the first official Spanish wine sponsor in Spain and Latin America for the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards. With 11 family bodegas, Juan Gil, Rosario Vera, Shaya, Tridente, Atalaya, Morca, Ateca, Can Blau, El Nido, Lagar da Condesa, and LLicorella Vins will serve wines at all Latin GRAMMY Week events as well as sponsor the Talent Gift Lounge and Leading Ladies of Entertainment.

For the 14th consecutive year, Walmart – the longest running sponsor of the Latin GRAMMY Awards, will team up with TelevisaUnivision and The Latin Recording Academy to kick off the holiday celebrations at the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY awards. Amplifying Walmart’s “Welcome to Your Walmart” messaging, the campaign positions Walmart as the solution to outsmarting the holiday hustle to do more of what you love. Through custom content, including an original Spanish-language jingle, top Latin artist and talent, consumers will have the chance to add products directly to their Walmart carts through shoppable content across social, ViX streaming, and linear platforms.

YSL is the official make-up and fragrance sponsor, providing full glam for artists attending sponsored events, in addition to providing retouching stations backstage during the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards. YSL will collaborate with Uber to provide customers with sample fragrances during their rides, and host a contest for their customers for the opportunity to win two backstage day passes to the Latin GRAMMY Awards. YSL is also the official sponsor of Leading Ladies in Entertainment, Best New Artist Showcase and Person of the Year Gala.

As the leading Spanish-language broadcast network in the United States, Univision has been home to the Latin GRAMMYs for over a decade. To learn more about Univision, visit univision.com.

For more information on the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards, visit the official Latin Recording Academy site at LatinGRAMMY.com as well as its official home on Facebook (LatinGRAMMYs), Twitter (@LatinGRAMMYs) and Instagram (@LatinGRAMMYs). Please see #LatinGRAMMY for all content across social media platforms.

ABOUT TELEVISAUNIVISION

TelevisaUnivision is the world’s leading Spanish-language media company. Powered by the largest library of owned Spanish-language content and a prolific production capability, TelevisaUnivision is the top producer of original content in Spanish across news, sports and entertainment verticals. This original content powers all of TelevisaUnivision’s platforms, which include market-leading broadcast networks Univision, Las Estrellas, Canal 5 and UniMás, and a portfolio of 38 cable networks, which include TUDN, Galavisión, Distrito Comedia and TL Novelas. The company also operates the leading Mexican movie studio, Videocine, and owns and operates the largest Spanish-language audio platform in the U.S. across 35 terrestrial stations and the Uforia digital platform. TelevisaUnivision is also the owner of ViX, the largest Spanish-language streaming platform in the world. For more information, please visit televisaunivision.com.

ABOUT THE LATIN RECORDING ACADEMY

The Latin Recording Academy® is an international nonprofit dedicated to nurturing, celebrating, honoring and elevating Latin music and its creators. Established as the global authority on Latin music, the membership-based organization composed of music professionals produces the annual Latin GRAMMY Awards, The Biggest Night in Latin Music®, which honors excellence in the recording arts and sciences, in addition to providing educational and outreach programs for the music community through its Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation®. For more information, please visit LatinGRAMMY.com.

MEDIA CONTACTS

TelevisaUnivision

Anna Negrón, Director of Corporate Communications: anegron@univision.net

Laura Paez, Senior Manager, Communications PR and Content Publicity: Lpaez@televisaunivision.com

The Latin Recording Academy

Nathalie Alberto, Communications Director, The Latin Recording Academy:

Nathalie.Alberto@grammy.com

The Latin Recording Academy Announces Latin GRAMMY® Celebra: La Música De Andalucía, Honoring The Musical Legacy Of The Region

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The Latin Recording Academy Announces Latin GRAMMY® Celebra: La Música De Andalucía, Honoring The Musical Legacy Of The Region

Latin GRAMMYs/Jul 28, 2025 - 02:00 PM

This event will honor legends such as Rocío Jurado, Lola Flores, Camarón de la Isla, and Enrique Morente; as well as icons like Raphael, Joaquín Sabina, Alejandro Sanz, Manuel Alejandro, and Miguel Ríos

It will also celebrate contemporary artists with special appearances by David Bisbal, Manuel Carrasco, Vanesa Martín and India Martínez, among others

Tickets go on sale today, and the funds raised will support musical development in the region

MIAMI (JULY 28, 2025) — On Wednesday, September 10, The Latin Recording Academy®, in collaboration with la Junta de Andalucía, continues its calendar of events in the Andalusian community—which began in 2023—by hosting Latin GRAMMY® Celebra: La Música de Andalucía, in Sevilla.

The event, which will take place at the Cartuja Center CITE, will honor Andalucía and some of its most influential musical artists. From timeless voices and exceptional artists that reflect the region’s rich musical legacy, like the legends Rocío Jurado, Lola Flores, Camarón de la Isla, or Enrique Morente, to icons like Raphael, Joaquín Sabina, Alejandro Sanz, Manuel Alejandro, and Miguel Ríos. The event will also include special appearances by David Bisbal, Manuel Carrasco, Vanesa Martín and India Martínez, among others.

“We are proud to return to Sevilla to honor Andalucía’s musical legacy and the extraordinary artists who have emerged from this land, whose influence has been pivotal in the global impact of Latin music,” said Manuel Abud, CEO of the Latin Recording Academy.

With over 30 artists on stage, the event—co-financed by the Programa FEDER Andalucía 2021-2027—will showcase the diversity of genres from Andalucía, from traditional flamenco to contemporary Latin music rhythms, and is presented by la Junta de Andalucía and sponsored by the Iberian ham brand Enrique Tomás. Spanning centuries of creativity and innovation, the event will recognize Andalucía’s enduring influence on global music, celebrating both the legends who have passed away and today’s unparalleled icons.

Macarena Moreno and the team from The Latin Recording Academy, led by Ayleen Figueras, oversee executive production; Carlos Narea will handle musical production under the direction of Pablo Cebrián. Tickets go on sale today via the Cartuja Center CITE website, and funds raised will support the region’s musical development.

The Latin Recording Academy and la Junta de Andalucía continue to celebrate Latin music in Andalucía, following the success of last year’s Latin GRAMMY® Celebra: Paco de Lucía event, in Cádiz, and the Latin GRAMMY® Session, in Málaga.

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ABOUT THE LATIN RECORDING ACADEMY:

The Latin Recording Academy® is a nonprofit dedicated to nurturing, celebrating, honoring and elevating Latin music and its creators. Established as the global authority on Latin music, the membership-based organization composed of music professionals, produces the annual Latin GRAMMY Awards®, The Biggest Night in Latin Music®, which honors excellence in the recording arts and sciences, in addition to providing educational and outreach programs for the music community through its Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation®. For more information, please visit LatinGRAMMY.com.

MEDIA CONTACTS / EQUIPO SINGULAR:

María García: maria.garcia@equiposingular.com

Victoria Alonso: victoria.alonso@equiposingular.com

Erika Ender Joins Latin GRAMMY In The Schools™ Benefiting Panama’s Ciudad De Las Artes

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Erika Ender Joins Latin GRAMMY In The Schools™ Benefiting Panama’s Ciudad De Las Artes

Latin GRAMMYs/Jul 22, 2025 - 07:30 PM

The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation® and Fundación Puertas Abiertas joined forces to offer a live educational program

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Credit: Luis González.Heif/Fundación Puertas Abiertas

MIAMI (JULY 22, 2025) — The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation® and Fundación Puertas Abiertas, established and presided over by the renowned songwriter Erika Ender—Latin GRAMMY® winner, GRAMMY® nominee, and a member of The Latin Recording Academy®’s Board of Trustees—hosted an educational experience at Panama’s Ciudad de las Artes to inspire a new generation of Latin music creators.

This marked the 43rd Latin GRAMMY In The Schools™ program organized by the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation, which included a donation of musical instruments to young students, performances, and a special appearance by Ender, along with a Q&A session with Raquel “Rocky” Egusquiza, Executive Director of the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation.

Ciudad de las Artes is an arts and training facility that is home to the Network of Choirs and Orchestras, the National Symphony Orchestra, and the National Ballet of Panama, among others, promoting music, inspiration, and learning while uniting art with social engagement.

“It's a pleasure to celebrate the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation event in Panama, joining forces with my foundation, Fundación Puertas Abiertas, and work together, hand in hand to support youth,” said Ender. “Supporting education, music, and Panamanian talent is both a duty and an honor, and I am proud to be able to make this donation of instruments to the Network of Choirs and Orchestras and connect generations through music in a place as magical as Ciudad de las Artes.”

“Creating spaces to provide opportunities to promote Latin music and its culture is key to our mission,” said Egusquiza. “We are grateful to Fundación Puertas Abiertas and Erika Ender for welcoming us to Panama and for allowing us to work together to empower the future generation of Latin music creators.”

Since its inception, the Latin GRAMMY In The Schools program has benefited educational institutions in various cities across the United States, including Aransas Pass, Dallas, Detroit, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, New York, and San Antonio, as well as internationally in Buenos Aires, Argentina; Mexico City, Mexico; Panama City, Panama, Arecibo, Humacao, Yauco, and San Juan in Puerto Rico; and Sevilla, Spain.

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. The Foundation invites professional musicians, 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.

Among the artists who have participated in this program are: Ángela Aguilar, David Bisbal, Marilina Bertoldi, Miguel Bosé, Calle 13, Pedro Capó, Camilo, Chino & Nacho, Chiquis, Luis Coronel, Silvestre Dangond, Joss Favela, Fonseca, Luis Fonsi, El Fantasma, Becky G, Karol G, Kany García, Gente de Zona, Leslie Grace, Carlos Jean, Jesse & Joy, Natalia Lafourcade, Poncho Lizárraga, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Mau y Ricky, Claudia Montero, Ednita Nazario, Christian Nodal, Laura Pausini, Ángel "Cucco" Peña, Mireya Ramos, Prince Royce, Gilberto Santa Rosa, Noel Scharjris, Olga Tañón, Thalía, Christian Serratos, Diego Torres, Carlos Vives, Wisin, and Sebastián Yatra.

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ABOUT ERIKA ENDER:

A pioneer in the global music industry, Erika Ender stands as one of the most decorated and versatile creators of all time. As a songwriter, artist, producer, communicator, and philanthropist, she has penned over 40 #1 hits across a broad spectrum of genres, including the most globally successful song in history, “Despacito.” With more than 200 albums featuring her compositions and nearly 400 prestigious awards—including Latin GRAMMYs® and Billboard Awards—she ranks among the most honored Latin songwriters of all time. Her catalog has earned 16 Diamond certifications, 177 multi-Platinum, and 181 Gold awards across multiple countries, cementing her legacy as both an artistic and commercial powerhouse. A member of the Latin Songwriters Hall of Fame, recognized by Forbes as one of Central America's Most Powerful Women, and honored with a Guinness World Record™ for her innovative philanthropic initiative “TALENPRO”—the flagship project of her Fundación Puertas Abiertas, established in 2009—she has transformed over 50,000 lives through educational programs, renovated learning environments, university scholarships, early childhood nutrition programs, and more. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, Erika Ender transcends music: she is a visionary who shapes the world with every note, word, and action. For more information: www.erikaender.com.

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. In 2024, the Foundation celebrated its 10-year anniversary, and during the last decade, it 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 donated more than $12.5 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 X and Instagram, and at Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation on Facebook and LinkedIn.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

The Latin Recording Academy

Nathalie Alberto

Nathalie.alberto@grammy.com

Fundación Puertas Abiertas

Ilka Ender

ilka@funpaee.org

Intocable will support the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation® with sales from their ‘Antologia Tour 2025’

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Intocable will support the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation® with sales from their ‘Antologia Tour 2025’

Latin GRAMMYs/Jul 17, 2025 - 01:00 PM

Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2026 inductees and GRAMMY® and Latin GRAMMY® winners Intocable will donate $1 from every ticket sold on their Antología Tour 2025 to support the Foundation

Miami, FL. (July 17, 2025) — GRAMMY® and Latin GRAMMY® winning band and inductees of the Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2026, Intocable, will be donating $1 from every ticket sold during their North American tour, Antología Tour 2025, to benefit the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation®. The donation, which will be collected in at least 18 cities across the United States, will support the Foundation's programs dedicated to promoting music education through scholarships, grants, and other programs focused on supporting the next generation of Latin music creators.

"For us, music has been a way of life. If we can help talented young people receive an education and better opportunities, then each concert will have even more meaning," said Ricky Muñoz, lead vocalist and co-founder of Intocable.

“We are grateful to Intocable for their generosity in providing opportunities for future generations of Latin music creators through this donation,” said Raquel “Rocky” Egusquiza, Executive Director of the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation. “Their support makes educational opportunities, scholarships, and grants possible for students, and serves as an example and inspiration for young musicians following in their footsteps.”

This important announcement comes after the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce announced that Intocable, led by Ricky Muñoz and Rene Martínez, will receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame as part of the illustrious Class of 2026. This prestigious honor places the iconic Tejano/Norteño group among 35 prominent figures in music, film, television, and sports, including Miley Cyrus, Shaquille O’Neal, Demi Moore, among others.

With over three decades of musical trajectory, Intocable has marked a turning point in Latin music, recognized not only for their musical success and international tours, but also for their unique fusion of traditional Mexican sounds and modern narratives. They have also been recognized with multiple GRAMMYs and Latin GRAMMYs, Billboard awards, as well as lifetime achievement honors, celebrating their influence and role in bringing Tejano and Norteño styles to a global audience.

On July 6th, frontman Ricky Muñoz participated as an Honorary Official at the NASCAR Cup Series Chicago Street Race. The event, held in Grant Park, highlighted Intocable's reach and recognition beyond the music world. As Honorary Official of the event, Muñoz lived the NASCAR experience to the fullest and took the opportunity to connect with Daniel Suárez, a Mexican NASCAR national series winner and Intocable fan.

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About Intocable:

For over three decades, Intocable has revolutionized Latin music, blending Tejano, Norteño, pop, rock, and cumbia into a groundbreaking sound that has inspired generations. With over 55 million albums sold, 50+ chart entries, multiple GRAMMYs and Latin GRAMMYs, Billboard awards, and Lifetime Achievement awards, consolidating them as true icons of Mexican-American identity. Intocable celebrated its 30-year milestone in 2024 with their Modus Operandi album, nominated for a Latin GRAMMY® for “Best Norteño Album”, and their 30th Anniversary Tour captivated sold-out audiences in cities like Los Angeles, Houston, and Phoenix, featuring classics and new hits like “Mi Castigo”, which marks their 20th No. 1 on Billboard’s Regional Mexican Airplay chart, a record they’d break in 2025 with their 21st Regional Mexican Airplay No. 1 “Me Gusta Mi Vida”, which made them the second artist with most No. 1s entries on the chart. In 2025, they continue celebrating their legacy through their Antologia Tour 2025, which has seen sold-out performances throughout Mexico and U.S. cities, proving Intocable remains at the forefront of Latin music, continuing to make enduring contributions to music and culture, and inspire fans in Texas and beyond. In 2024, Intocable received a Proclamation for their enduring contributions to music and cultural impact from the Governor’s Office and the House of Representatives in Texas, and were named “Emissary of the Muses” by the city of San Antonio, a distinguished title previously awarded to musical icons Bon Jovi, Journey, and Placido Domingo, among others. In 2025, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce confirmed that Intocable will receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame as part of the illustrious Class of 2026.

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. In 2024, the Foundation celebrated its 10-year anniversary, and during the last decade, it 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 donated more than $12.5 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 X and Instagram, and at Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation on Facebook and LinkedIn.

The Latin Recording Academy® In Partnership With The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation Launches The Latin Music Educator Award

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The Latin Recording Academy® In Partnership With The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation Launches The Latin Music Educator Award

Latin GRAMMYs/Jun 26, 2025 - 01:00 PM

The first honoree will be recognized during the Special Awards Presentation at the

26th Annual Latin GRAMMY Week in Las Vegas

Applications now open, deadline to apply is September 5, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. ET

MIAMI (JUNE 26, 2025) — The Latin Recording Academy ®, in partnership with the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation®, is proud to announce the launch of the Latin Music Educator Award.

This new distinction will honor one exceptional educator from the global music community who is making a significant impact by incorporating Latin music into their curriculum. Applications are now open to educators worldwide currently teaching kindergarten through high school in a public, private or charter school, who speak Spanish, Portuguese, English or any native dialect.

The inaugural recipient will be honored at the Special Awards Presentation during the 26th Annual Latin GRAMMY Week in Las Vegas this November. Additional details will be shared in the coming months.

“Educators are pivotal in nurturing and shaping the future of Latin music and its creators,” said Manuel Abud, CEO of The Latin Recording Academy. “Together with the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation, we are proud to honor those who ensure the enduring legacy of Latin music.”

The honoree will receive an all-expenses-paid trip for themselves and a guest to attend the Special Awards Presentation. Additionally, the recipient’s school music program will receive a $10,000 instrument donation to support continued music education.

To apply and view guidelines, click here. Application materials can be submitted in English, Spanish or Portuguese. The deadline to apply is September 5, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. ET. If you have any additional questions, please email LGCF@grammy.com and/or visit http://www.latingrammyculturalfoundation.org/en.

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ABOUT THE LATIN RECORDING ACADEMY:

The Latin Recording Academy® is a nonprofit dedicated to nurturing, celebrating, honoring and elevating Latin music and its creators. Established as the global authority on Latin music, the membership-based organization composed of music professionals, produces the annual Latin GRAMMY Awards®, The Biggest Night in Latin Music®, which honors excellence in the recording arts and sciences, in addition to providing educational and outreach programs for the music community through its Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation®. For more information, please visit LatinGRAMMY.com.

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. In 2024, the Foundation celebrated its 10-year anniversary, and during the last decade it 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 donated more than $12.5 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 X and Instagram, and at Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation on Facebook and LinkedIn.

MEDIA CONTACT:

The Latin Recording Academy

Nathalie Alberto

Nathalie.alberto@grammy.com