The Latin Recording Academy® to honor  Erasmo Carlos, Dyango, Andy Montañez, José María Napoleón, Chucho Valdés, Wilfrido Vargas, and Yuri with the Lifetime Achievement Award

Horacio Malvicino and Tomás Muñoz to Receive the Trustees Award

MIAMI (August 29, 2018) – The Latin Recording Academy^® announced today that Erasmo Carlos, Dyango, Andy Montañez, José María Napoleón, Chucho Valdés, Wilfrido Vargas, and Yuri will receive this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Additionally, Horacio Malvicino and Tomás Muñoz will receive the Trustees Award. The honorees will be celebrated during a private ceremony to be held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Las Vegas on Nov. 13^th as part of the 19th Annual Latin GRAMMY^® Week.

"We are proud to pay tribute to this remarkable group of talented artists and music professionals with this year's Lifetime Achievement and Trustees Awards," said Gabriel Abaroa Jr., Latin Recording Academy President/CEO. "Our 2018 class has made outstanding contributions benefitting Ibero-American music, providing innovation and a unique vision in favor of all music lovers."

The Lifetime Achievement Award is presented to performers who have made unprecedented contributions of outstanding artistic significance to Latin music. The Trustees Award is voted on by The Latin Recording Academy's Board of Trustees and given to individuals who have made significant contributions, other than in performance, to music during their careers.

2018 Lifetime Achievement Award Honorees:

Erasmo Carlos

There are two sides to the wondrous musical biography of Erasmo Carlos.  First, his songwriting partnership with pop-star Roberto Carlos, which helped define the emotional scope and nostalgic textures of Latin American balladry in the ’70s. Second, there’s his brilliant solo career, which includes some of the most unpredictable and evocative albums in the history of Brazilian music. The singer-songwriter gained notoriety in the late ’60s as part of the youth oriented jovem guarda movement. His 2009 album Rock 'N' Roll received a Latin GRAMMY^® nomination, and in 2014, he won a Latin GRAMMY for Best Brazilian Rock Album (Gigante Gentil). Combining commercial success with relentless artistic independence, Erasmo Carlos continues to surprise and delight with each new project he embarks on.

Dyango

It is no coincidence that Dyango (José Gómez Romero) is known as "La Voz del Amor" ("The Voice of Love"). Beginning with the release of his self-titled debut album Lejos de los Ojos in 1969, the Spanish singer has continued to evolve as a performer of romantic songs, leaving his indelible stamp on both the balada genre and tango. His innate talent for adding passion and honesty to every song he performs was first recognized in Latin America and later in the United States, after he traveled to Argentina and starred in the 1970's film El Mundo Es De Los Jóvenes (The World Belongs to the Young), recording an album of the same name. In 1975, his gorgeous recording of the tango "Nostalgia," with a subtle balada arrangement as well as "Por Volverte a Ver", Corazón Mágico" and "Por ese Hombre" confirmed Dyango as a key performer in Latin pop. And although his large-scale tours have reduced, he continues recording and performing live.

Andy Montañez

Puerto Rican salsa has nurtured many legendary singers. Even among such tough competition, Andy Montañez stands as one of the most soulful and creative vocalists in the Afro-Caribbean genre. He was 20 years old when he joined El Gran Combo, the quintessential salsa orchestra until 1981, when he decided to devote himself to a solo career. His newly gained independence allowed him to blossom as a songwriter and delve into the emerging style of salsa romántica. Marked by superlative production values and velvety arrangements, solo hits such as "Casi Te Envidio," "Payaso," "Me Gusta," and "La Última Copa" established him as one of the most successful salsa singers of the ’80s. In 2006, he received a Latin GRAMMY for Best Traditional Tropical Album. Always willing to explore new directions, Montañez recently experimented with salsatón, fusing his tropical soundscapes with the urban vibe of reggaetón.   

José María Napoleón 

Marked by delicately layered arrangements and gorgeous melodies, the work of singer-songwriter José María Napoleón, known as "El Poeta de la Canción" ("The Song's Poet"), overflows with tenderness and poignant observations about romantic love and the meaning of life. Napoleón was one of the key protagonists of the hugely influential balada movement of the ’70s, in his native Mexico, he was only 20 years old when he recorded his first album, known as El Grillo. Napoleón—who has also acted in Mexican telenovelas—continued releasing albums, penning such emotionally charged hits as "Pajarillo," "Hombre," "Eres," "Leña Verde," "30 Años," and "Celos." In 2015, the album Vive found the singer revisiting the brightest pages of his songbook in the shape of duets with stars such as Manoella Torres, Mon Laferte, Yuri, and many others.

Chucho Valdés

It is impossible to ponder the current state of Latin jazz without considering the multifaceted talent of virtuoso pianist, bandleader, and composer Chucho Valdés. Both in his work with supergroup Irakere and as an eclectic and prolific solo artist, Valdés reinvented the lexicon of jazz, blending it with rock, classical music, and Afro-Cuban roots music. Chucho Valdés' Irakere featured some of the island’s most talented musicians including Paquito D’Rivera on saxophone, Arturo Sandoval on trumpet, and featured a dazzling mix of rock, Afro-Cuban roots music and jazz. In 1998, Valdés launched an ambitious solo career that has included outstanding performances, a moving duet album with his father Bebo Valdés (Juntos Para Siempre), crackling quartet sessions, and the appearance of a new band, The Afro-Cuban Messengers. In 2000, Chucho Valdes and his father participated in Calle 54, a documentary film about Latin jazz musicians. He has received three Latin GRAMMYs™ and six GRAMMY awards.

Wilfrido Vargas

There is a limited handful of bandleaders who managed to elevate the infectious merengue, the quintessential dance and music style from the Dominican Republic into a worldwide craze. Wilfrido Vargas is one of them, memorable and powerful hit singles such as "El Africano," "El Jardinero," "A Mover La Colita," "El Baile Del Perrito," and "Abusadora" trace a prodigious discography spanning the development of merengue. In the early ’70s, he founded the orchestra Wilfrido Vargas & Sus Beduinos, however the ’80s was a time of extraordinary growth for Vargas, as the salsa explosion of the ’70s was replaced with new styles and genres in the Latin mainstream that included merengue. Besides having participated in movies and a reality show, Vargas continues actively touring and recording to this day.

Yuri

There are a few cases where the world can witness the birth, growth and rise to stardom of an artist, this would be the case of "La Güera" (The Blonde), one of the most commercially successful artists in the history of Latin pop. Mexican songstress Yuri has placed her remarkable vocal range at the service of a variety of styles—from torrid balladry and Christian music to tropical stylings, folk, and rootsy rancheras. Yuri gained fame across Latin America in 1980, acting in movies and soap operas and with the release of one of her most successful albums Esperanzas, which included the hit track of the same name. In the mid-eighties she peaked, participating in the Viña del Mar Festival and the radio hit "¿Qué Te Pasa?" from the Aire album firmly established her musical career and made her an international pop icon. During the height of her fame, she released expertly produced singles such as "Yo Te Amo, Te Amo," "Tiempos Mejores," "El Apagón", and "Karma Kamaleón," a Spanish version of the catchy Culture Club smash. "La Güera" is more active than ever.

2018 Trustees Award Honorees: 

Horacio Malvicino

Horacio Malvicino has been a successful label executive, notable administrator in his native Argentina, a legendary jazz and tango guitarist, composer, and arranger, as well as a key collaborator of tango master Astor Piazzolla. Malvicino also formed his own combo—the Horacio Malvicino Jazz Quintet—and sold more than two million records playing light versions of tango and Latin music under his artistic moniker, Alain Debray. Malvicino’s career extended beyond performing, working as an artistic director for local and international labels, and scoring more than 90 films, theater, and television productions. A musician’s musician, he has served actively as president of the Argentine Association of Performers’ Rights since 2014.

Tomás Muñoz

A trendsetting record label executive blessed with an unerring instinct for developing future pop stars, Tomás Muñoz is arguably one of Spain’s greatest music champions. When he moved to Mexico, he was offered a post as director of the Gamma record label. Muñoz quickly developed an appetite for discovering young music artists who were largely ignored by the music industry. In 1969, he was named managing director of CBS Records in Spain. He supported the careers of Julio Iglesias, Raphael, and Joaquín Sabina, effectively changing the way Spanish music was perceived and consumed throughout the world.

In 1980, he moved to Brazil, where he revolutionized the way to promote the music of artists like Simone, Roberto Carlos y Djavan. He managed the promotion of Michael Jackson, Supertramp, and the Police in South America. Muñoz’s major-label career concluded on a high note with his New York appointment as vice president of A&R for Sony Music Latin America, working with Roberto Carlos, Chayanne, and Ricky Martin, among others. Tomás' work in Spain and Brazil contributed decisively to the formation of a whole generation of executives in the music industry. After publishing his autobiography, Muñoz remained active in the music industry, having also mentored a younger generation of label executives.   

Latin GRAMMY Week will culminate with the 19th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards, which will be broadcast live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Nov. 15, from 8–11 p.m. ET/PT (7 p.m. Central) on Univision.

For more information and the latest news, please visit the official Latin Recording Academy^® website at: LatinGRAMMY.com (#LatinGRAMMY).

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ABOUT THE LATIN RECORDING ACADEMY:

The Latin Recording Academy is an international, membership-based organization comprised of Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking recording artists, musicians, songwriters, producers and other creative and technical recording professionals. The organization is dedicated to improving the quality of life and cultural condition for Latin music and its makers. In addition to producing the Latin GRAMMY Awards to honor excellence in the recorded arts and sciences, The Latin Recording Academy provides educational and outreach programs for the Latin music community either directly or through its Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation^®.

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The event honored legends and icons, celebrating the region’s

musical past, present and future

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SEVILLA (SEPTEMBER 10, 2025) — The Latin Recording Academy® hosted the Latin GRAMMY® Celebra: La Música de Andalucía event in Sevilla, a tribute to some of Andalucía’s most influential artists.

In line with The Latin Academy’s mission to nurture, celebrate, honor and elevate Latin music and its creators, the event recognized artists from Andalucía whose influence has made a lasting impact on Latin music worldwide.

Beyond building bridges between countries, musical genres, and cultures, the evening showcased the influence of unique artists who reflect the rich wealth of musical talent in the region and the diversity of genres that flourish in Andalucía, from traditional flamenco to the most modern expressions of music. Hosted by Latin GRAMMY® winners David Bisbal and Luis Fonsi, the event brought together an impressive array of artists and creators at Sevilla’s Cartuja Center CITE.

Taking audiences on a journey spanning centuries of creativity and innovation, the tribute witnessed unique Latin GRAMMY moments, beginning with a tribute to Enrique Morente, a vital figure in contemporary flamenco who stood out for his ability to unite tradition and avant-garde. The tribute, created by four-time Latin GRAMMY®-winning songwriter and music producer Víctor Martínez, was inspired by Omega, regarded as a masterpiece and the most iconic album of Morente’s career. On stage was his son, Kiki Morente, along with artists who grew up under his influence, such as La Tremendita and Ángeles Toledano. Lagartija Nick and Cañizares, who contributed to the original album production, also performed.

The evening continued with a heartfelt tribute to the region’s legends—immortal artists who form an essential part of the region’s musical history. This segment became a journey through songs that have transcended generations, featuring unique and innovative arrangements that evoke the eternal voice of Rocío Jurado through performances by Ana Torroja, Judeline, and Juliana. Camarón de la Isla’s career was also remembered with performances by Arcángel, Chonchi Heredia, Estopa, Juanma Montoya, and Yerai Cortés. Another honoree was Lola Flores, whose tribute featured special participation from her granddaughters, Alba Flores and Elena Furiase, as presenters, as well as her grandsons, Guillermo Furiase and Pedro Antonio Lazaga, alongside Pastora Soler and María Terremoto, who performed some of her most beloved songs.

The night carried on as a celebration of regional icons—artists who have shaped music from Andalucía and left a lasting impact on it, such as Miguel Ríos, a pioneer of rock in Spain, whose voice was joined on stage by those of Alejandro Lerner, Arde Bogotá, and dancer Lucía Ruibal. Alejandro Sanz’s trajectory was also recognized, featuring performances by Camilo, Evaluna, Joaquina, and Yami Safdie. The segment concluded with an emotional tribute to one of Latin music’s most recognized voices, Joaquín Sabina, remembered through performances by Leiva and Rozalén.

The evening also included a tribute to flamenco, the region’s most iconic and cherished musical genre and an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This tribute came to life through performances by leading figures such as Antonio Rey, Carmen Linares, and Niña Pastori, who expressed the essence, strength, and depth of an art form that remains a symbol of Andalucía’s identity and pride.

The present and future of music from Andalucía were also celebrated during the evening through a tribute to David Bisbal, India Martínez, Manuel Carrasco, and Vanesa Martín—artists who represent the strength, projection, and diversity of a generation of creators destined to continue expanding Andalucía’s musical horizons.

The night continued with a tribute to one of the region’s most prolific songwriters, Manuel Alejandro, whose work has marked generations. His music was performed by Ara Malikian, Luis Fonsi, and Valeria Castro, and it featured a surprise duet by Jeanette and Aitana, who emphasized the relevance and emotion of a repertoire that has become cultural heritage.

The gala concluded with a striking tribute to The Latin Recording Academy’s 2025 Person of the Year, Raphael—a crucial figure in Latin music and an undisputed reference in the music industry. His tribute featured performances by Ana Torroja, Rozalén, and Vanesa Martín, who performed some of his most celebrated songs and highlighted the profound mark his art has left on music.

The evening was attended by institutional personalities, including Juan Manuel Moreno Bonilla, President of la Junta de Andalucía; José Luis Sanz, Mayor of the city of Sevilla; and Arturo Bernal, Minister of Tourism and Andalucía Exterior of la Junta de Andalucía.

Presented by la Junta de Andalucía and sponsored by the Iberian ham brand Enrique Tomás, the proceeds from the event will support the region’s musical development.

Macarena Moreno and the team from The Latin Recording Academy, led by Ayleen Figueras, oversaw the executive production; Carlos Narea handled the musical production under the direction of Pablo Cebrián.

With this electrifying gathering, The Latin Recording Academy and the Ministry of Tourism and Andalucía Exterior of la Junta de Andalucía close the successful cycle of events that began three years ago in the region.

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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

The scholarship, in association with the Paco de Lucía Foundation, advances

the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation’s mission of providing educational opportunities to students with a passion for flamenco music

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SEVILLA (SEPTEMBER 9, 2025) — The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation® awarded the Paco de Lucía Legacy Scholarship to the young flamenco guitarist from Jerez de la Frontera, Marcos Gago Pino, during a press conference in Sevilla, hosted by journalist Verónica Chumillas Martínez. Luis Cobos, chairman of the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation’s Board of Directors, Raquel “Rocky” Egusquiza, executive director of the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation and Cristóbal Sánchez, Director of the Paco de Lucía Foundation participated in the event. Latin GRAMMY® winner Arcángel and Latin GRAMMY nominee Pastora Soler joined the conference, where they shared words of wisdom and encouragement to the scholarship recipient. The conference also featured the participation of Manuel Abud, CEO of The Latin Recording Academy®, and Arturo Bernal, Minister of Tourism and Andalucía Exterior from the Junta de Andalucía.

The scholarship, established in association with the Paco de Lucía Foundation, advances the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation’s mission of supporting and cultivating the next generation of Latin music creators, offering educational opportunities to advance Latin music and its heritage. With a value up to $120,000, the scholarship covers tuition, instrument, classes and complementary formative experiences and wrap-around services provided by the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation, enabling a student to attend the music institution of their choice.

“Paco de Lucía has been and continues to be the most important artist, composer and guitarist of the 20th and 21st centuries. An undisputed genius, pioneer in advancing and evolving flamenco. At our Foundation, we feel deeply proud because with this Legacy Scholarship that we award today we follow the path that Paco started and blazed. We are very proud to continue to foster Spanish talent as well as flamenco studies, which will continue to enrich global music culture and our Latin music,” said Cobos.

“We are proud to award the first Paco de Lucía Legacy Scholarship —honoring the great Andalucian maestro— strengthening the future of Latin music,” said Raquel “Rocky” Egusquiza, executive director of the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation. “We thank the Paco de Lucia Foundation for their valuable partnership that has made it possible to support young musicians like Marcos.”

“I’m grateful to every person who invested in youth and cultural development, and who allowed me to continue advancing my great passion, which is flamenco,” Gago Pino said. “Thank you very much to the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation and the Paco de Lucía Foundation for this amazing opportunity, which I hope to make the most of at every moment—on my part, I won’t lack the desire or the strength.”

Lucía Sánchez Varela, president of the Paco de Lucía Foundation, congratulated Gago Pino on this deserving support. Additionally, she expressed gratitude to the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation, highlighting that “supporting and training young musicians is an inherent part of the Flamenco Promotion work that our foundation carries out.”

Last year, The Latin Recording Academy, in collaboration with La Junta de Andalucía, hosted the event Latin GRAMMY Celebra: Paco de Lucía in Cádiz, a tribute to the guitarist that featured the presence of the Andalusian maestro’s family. The event was a journey through Paco de Lucía’s life guided by artists and friends who accompanied him during his lifetime, and performed some of his most beloved songs. Part of the proceeds went to the scholarship.

The Paco de Lucía Legacy Scholarship awards a student with extraordinary talent, selected by the Scholarship Committee from the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation, among a large and highly qualified international group of young musicians. Among other things, consideration is given to whether the winner possesses the qualities and determination necessary to succeed in the music world, while also lacking the financial resources to achieve it. To date, the Foundation has awarded 477 scholarships and has invested almost $13.9 million in scholarships, grants, educational programs and mentorships over the last decade.

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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. 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 $13.9 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 PACO DE LUCÍA AND THE PACO DE LUCÍA FOUNDATION:

Paco de Lucía revolutionized the flamenco world, taking his art from the smallest tablaos to the world’s most prestigious stages, blending tradition and avant-garde innovation to create a unique style that transcended genres. Compositions like “Entre dos aguas” and interpretations such as “El concierto de Aranjuez” by maestro Joaquín Rodrigo redefined flamenco guitar, establishing the artist as one of the most influential musicians of the twentieth century. The Paco de Lucía Foundation continues the artist’s work through three strategic lines of action: 1) preservation and dissemination of Paco de Lucía’s legacy; 2) promotion of flamenco; and 3) flamenco’s social impact. (www.fundacionpacodelucia.com)

MEDIA CONTACTS

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victoria.alonso@equiposingular.com

The music of Niña Pastori, Miguel Ríos and Carmen Linares will be celebrated during a tribute to flamenco

MIAMI (SEPTEMBER 5, 2025) — Next Wednesday, September 10th, The Latin Recording Academy®, in collaboration with la Junta de Andalucía, continues its calendar of events in the Andalusian community, which began in 2023, hosting Latin GRAMMY® Celebra: La Música de Andalucía in Sevilla.

The event, taking place at the Cartuja Center CITE, will pay tribute to some of Andalucía’s most influential artists, immortal voices and unique talents that embody the region’s vast musical heritage, from legends and icons to artists representing the past, present and future. The evening will be hosted by Latin GRAMMY winners David Bisbal and Luis Fonsi. The event will showcase the genre diversity flourishing in Andalucía, from traditional flamenco to contemporary Latin music rhythms. With a journey spanning centuries of creativity and innovation, the event will recognize the region’s lasting influence on global music.

In addition to those already confirmed, Aitana, Arde Bogotá, Arcángel, David Bisbal, Camilo, Manuel Carrasco, Yerai Cortés, Estopa, Evaluna, Guillermo Furiase, Joaquina, Pedro Antonio Lazaga, Leiva, Alejandro Lerner, Lagartija Nick, Ara Malikian, Vanesa Martín, India Martínez, Kiki Morente y Lucía Ruibal, the evening will also feature special performances by Cañizares, Valeria Castro, Alba Flores, Luis Fonsi, Elena Furiase, Chonchi Heredia, Jeanette, Judeline, Juliana, La Tremendita, Carmen Linares, Juanma Montoya, Niña Pastori, Antonio Rey, Miguel Ríos, Rozalén, María Terremoto, Ángeles Toledano, Ana Torroja, Yami Safdie and Pastora Soler.

Macarena Moreno and the team from The Latin Recording Academy, led by Ayleen Figueras, oversee the executive production; Carlos Narea will handle the musical production under the direction of Pablo Cebrián.

Presented by la Junta de Andalucía and sponsored by the Iberian ham brand Enrique Tomás, the proceeds from the event will support the region’s musical development.

The Latin Recording Academy and la Junta de Andalucía’s Consejería de Turismo y Andalucía Exterior 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

The event will honor legends and icons, celebrating the region’s musical past, present and future

MIAMI (AUGUST 29, 2025) — On Wednesday, September 10th, The Latin Recording Academy®, in collaboration with la Junta de Andalucía, continues its calendar of events in the Andalusian community, which began in 2023, hosting Latin GRAMMY® Celebra: La Música de Andalucía in Sevilla.

The event, taking place at the Cartuja Center CITE, will pay tribute to some of Andalucía’s most influential artists, immortal voices and unique talents that embody the region’s vast musical heritage, from legends and icons to artists representing both the past, present and future. The event will showcase the genre diversity flourishing in Andalucía, from traditional flamenco to contemporary Latin music rhythms. With a journey spanning centuries of creativity and innovation, the event will recognize the region’s lasting influence on global music.

In addition to those already confirmed, David Bisbal, Manuel Carrasco, Vanesa Martín and India Martínez, the evening will also feature special performances by Aitana, Arde Bogotá, Arcángel, Camilo, Yerai Cortés, Estopa, Evaluna, Guillermo Furiase, Joaquina, Lagartija Nick, Pedro Antonio Lazaga, Leiva, Alejandro Lerner, Ara Malikian, Kiki Morente and Lucía Ruibal, among others, to be announced.

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.

Presented by la Junta de Andalucía and sponsored by the Iberian ham brand Enrique Tomás, the proceeds from the event will support the region’s musical development.

The Latin Recording Academy and la Junta de Andalucía’s Consejería de Turismo y Andalucía Exterior 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