Calle 13 Leads with Five Nominations for the 10th Annual Latin GRAMMY

Nominations for the 10th Annual Latin GRAMMY(R) Awards were announced today at a press conference attended by national and international media at the Conga Room at L.A. LIVE in downtown Los Angeles. Artists reading nominations this morning included GRAMMY(R) and two-time Latin GRAMMY winner Beto Cuevas, Spanish pop singer Shaila Durcal, salsa vocalist Luis Enrique, Latin pop singer Luis Fonsi, actor and GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY winner Andy Garcia, Latin pop singer Luz Rios, actor/comedian Paul Rodriguez, Emmy(R) winner Jimmy Smits, and reggaeton artist Tito "El Bambino." In a year that recognized an array of performers and creative professionals across numerous styles, the nominations celebrate and spotlight a unique mix of established and emerging artists. The milestone 10th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards, set for Nov. 5 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, will be broadcast live on the Univision Network from 8 - 11 p.m. ET/PT (7 p.m. Central).

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Yes!!! Latin Grammy awards Vegas bound while Billboard Latin heads to Puerto Rico. Premios MTVLA?

The Latin Grammy's returns to Sin City, Las Vegas for the 2nd time after a very dismal show in 2008 in Houston. The show will take place on November 5th, 2009. We're excited about that!

Meanwhile the Billboard Latin awards head to Puerto Rico, in 2010. We would have to bet is because show producer Tony Mojena has pulled some strings and wants to give PR the spotlight. Recently Mojena, moved Telemundo's morning show Levantate, despite the dragging ratings. In anycase we're looking forward to covering the show in La Isla del Encanto because we just love the freakin place.

And finally we have the Premios MTV Latinoamerica, held in Mexico the last few years, with its weakest show last year in Guadalajara. Although not announced, we're putting our bets on Colombia. Could it really be?

Wherever any of these shows take place, count on Juanes showing up to pick his awards.

What to expect tonight at tonight's Latin Grammy's

Although many were agaisnt having the 9th Latin Grammy awards in Houston, the government incentives were just to lucrative for Univision and the Latin academy. Gloria Estefan will recieve a well deserved Lifetime Achievement award on the telecast. Last night she was honored by many stars like Luis Fonsi, Jon Secada and Carlos Santana singing her catalog. Gloria Estefan, aside from receiving her award at tonight's show, she will also perform with Carlos Santana and Jose Feliciano.
Don't expect anything crazy couples or alot of gossip only great music. The best of the night has to be the much anticipated union of Juanes and John Legend with a special performance. Ocean's Eleven Andy Garcia adds star power to the show as well.
HL will have complete coverage with the winners with plenty of photos!!!! Check us out!!!

What a well deserved year for Gloria Estefan

Our Miami royalty Gloria Estefan was honored as the 2008 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year at this years Latin Grammy festivities in Houston. Many of her artist friends came to sing tribute like Jose Feliciano, Carlos Santana, and Andy Garcia. The evening tribute concert was produced by 13-time GRAMMY winner Phil Ramone and a portion of the proceeds from the evening's tribute dinner was to benefit the Gloria Estefan Foundation as well as St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital.
Definately a well desevered tribute!!

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Cafe Tacuba leads Latin Grammy with 6 nominations

Mexican group Cafe Tacuba picked up six Latin Grammy nominations, followed by Juanes and Oscar-winning composer of the "Brokeback Mountain" Argentina's Gustavo Santaolalla with five nominations.
Aside from being honored the night before the awards, Gloria Estefan also picked up three nominations. Cafe Tacvba's six nominations include: Album Of The Year and Best Alternative Album for Sino, Record Of The Year and Best Alternative Song for "Volver A Comenzar," and Song Of The Year and Best Rock Song for "Esta Vez."

"In its ninth year, the Latin Grammy nominations continue to reflect a diverse and eclectic worldwide Latin music community of well-respected artists while bringing fresh new acts and trends to the forefront," said Gabriel Abaroa, president of The Latin Recording Academy.

The 9th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards, set for Nov. 13 at Toyota Center in Houston, will be broadcast live on the Univision Network from 8 - 11 p.m. ET/PT (7 p.m. Central).
Want to go to the Latin Grammy's?? Tickets to the 9th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards will be on sale starting Sept. 16 at 10 a.m. CT, and may be purchased at select Houston area Randall's locations, via phone by dialing 1.866.4HOUTIX (1.866.446.8849), or via the Internet at http://www.toyotacentertix.com. Tickets will be available at the Toyota Center box office beginning Sept. 17 at 9 a.m. CT.
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GLORIA ESTEFAN TO BE HONORED AS 2008 LATIN RECORDING ACADEMY PERSON OF THE YEAR

Gloria Estefan will be honored as the 2008 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year, it was announced today by The Latin Recording Academy®. Estefan was chosen for her philanthropic, professional and cultural accomplishments and will receive the honor at a star-studded concert and tribute dinner on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008, at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston. A portion of the proceeds from the evening's tribute dinner will benefit the Gloria Estefan Foundation as well as St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. The prestigious event will be produced by 13-time GRAMMY winner Phil Ramone.

"The Latin Recording Academy and its Board of Trustees are elated to recognize Gloria Estefan as an extraordinary Latina woman, humanitarian and talented musician who has made a global impact on music and culture," said Latin Recording Academy President Gabriel Abaroa. "She is one of Latin music's most enduring icons, and we are privileged to be honoring such a dedicated, generous, and gifted lady."

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A well deserved tribute to Jose Jose!

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"As his Godmother in his career, I changed his name from Pepe Pepe to Jose Jose", legendary Cuban bolero queen Olga Guillot has always said about Jose Jose. Despite his many health issues and past drug abuse, the Latin Grammy's honored Jose Jose last night at the Bank United in Coral Gables. The show was recorded for a telecast in November. Among the celebrity friends that were present: Cristian Castro, who was the only celebrity not to come to the press room, Marco Antonio Solis, Ana Barbara, Cruz Martinez and Los Super Reyes (many ex MDO members), Alicia Villareal, Fonsi, Santa Rosa, Victor, and blah, blah, Zzzzzz.

HEARD IT HERE FIRST: Latin Grammy to announce new location for the awards

Hollywood Latino.com will have the honor and first to announce the new location for the 2008 Latin Grammy award. This year's award show will be held at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas.
YES HOUSTON TEXAS.
The BIG announcement will be held tomorrow, Tuesday morning on the Univision network with the regulars, Barbara Bermudes, Juanes, AB Quintanilla, Lupillo Rivero and others in Houston.
So get your sombrero's, because Houston here we come!

And the Booty awards goes....

Mayra Veronica knows how to work the green carpet at the Latin Grammy awards in Vegas. The shiny silver dress showcased her best asset and this is why HL gives the Booty award to frequent Maxim Magazine cover girl, Mayra Veronica. By the way, Mayra also sings, Check out her CD, Vengo Con To

Calle 13 loves his fans!!!

Calle 13 took home two Latin Grammy awards for Best Urban album and song, which they performed with Cuban rap trio, Orishas. Residente, who as late has been getting a little political and socially conscience, obliged to a fans request. Residente decided to give away his $200 pair of Addidas to a fan and ended up walking to the press room with just his socks. How cool is that!!!!
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Juan Luis Guerra takes over the Latin Grammys

Juan Luis Guerra won 5 Latin Grammys last, including best song, record and album of the year. The night before Guerra was honored as Person of the Year and friends that came for the support included Ricky Martin, Carlos Vives, and Lucero. The event, eventhough it was pretty boring, was still an honor long over due. Congrats!!!
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Latin Grammy Street Parties coming to your town...

The Latin Recording Academy, Eventus & Univision Celebrate the Fifth Year Anniversary of the Latin Grammy Street Parties. Grass-Root Festivals Presented by Chevrolet, McDonald’s(R), WaMu and Official Sponsor Verizon Wireless; Bring the Latin GRAMMY Experience to top U.S. Hispanic Markets; Kick-Off Event Sunday, Sept.30 at Chicago’s Plaza Garibaldi.

Sunday, September 30--Chicago’s Plaza Garibaldi

Sunday, October 7th--Miami (West 16th Ave. between 37th & 41st St., Hialeah)

Sunday, October 14th--Dallas (Jefferson Street between Tyler & Van Buren)

Sunday, October 21--Los Angeles (Placita Olvera)

Sunday, October 28--New York City’s Washington Heights

This year’s talent roster includes Graciela Beltran, Los Rieleros del Norte, Dinastia de Tuzantla, Bronco, Duelo, Los Cuates de Sinaloa, La Autoridad de la Sierra, Barrio Kings, Xtreme, Issac Delgado, NG2, among others.

“We are proud to commemorate the fifth year anniversary of the Latin GRAMMY Street Parties with great and continued success each passing year,” said Gabriel Abaroa, President of The Latin Recording Academy, “These celebrations allow the Latin GRAMMYs to connect with music enthusiasts through the universal language of music while showcasing a wide array of talented performers.”

“The Latin GRAMMY Street Parties continue to grow each year, offering artists, consumers and sponsors with a remarkable experience. We are proud of the program’s development as the premier national Hispanic music series, reaching hundreds of thousands of Latinos across the country through music-an integral part of our culture,“ said Eventus’ President & CEO Nelson Albareda. “We are excited to continue working with the Latin Recording Academy, Univision, and our sponsors toward achieving incredible success,” he added.

Beyonce is nominated to her first Latin Grammy and dances salsa on MTV 3's

Beyonce was nominated for her first Latin Grammy for her song "Beautiful Liar" duet with Shakira. We are sure we'll see her performing on the November 8 telecast on Univision. Beyonce, who is more Latina than Jessica Alba, has been spending alot of time in Miami getting to know her Latin culture. She recorded with producer Rudy Perez, did duets with Alejandro Fernandez and Shakira, and is a frequent visitor at Miami's Versailles Cuban restaurant in Little Havana (Recently spotted with almost hubby Jay Z). Check out Beyonce dancing salsa during her vist to MTV 3's Mi TRL show.

LATIN GRAMMY® awards nominations announced today in Miami

LATIN GRAMMY® awards nominations were announced this morning at Mansion nightclub on Miami Beach. Every presenter at this morning's ceremony was nominated one way or the other. The Rabanes who we haven't heard from in a while as well as Suavemente singer Elvis Crespo were nominated. Same circle of artist from last year were nominated including Daddy Yankee, Calle 13, rock band Kinky, newcomer Fanny Who's song No Te Pido Flores was also nominated. Love that song and to be fair, Fanny Lu has great promise. Mediocre singer Pablo Montero, Orishas, Mana, Juan Luis Guerra and so on and so on all are up for the coveted horn. Biggest surprise after being denied the recognition he deserves, Cuban exile superstar Willy Chirino gets nominated again for 35 Aniversario--En Vivo meanwhile another exile great Albita Rodriguez gets a nod for Live at the Colony Theater for Best Contemporary Tropical Album. Ricky Martin gets nominated for his MTV Unplugged. LATIN GRAMMY® awards will be held November 8, 2007 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas. Live on Univision, of course.

For full list of nominations and LATIN GRAMMY news--Click here to find out!

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