The Latin American Music Awards 2024 took center stage in a blaze of glory, celebrating the unparalleled richness and diversity of Latin music. The 2024 Latin AMAs will take place April 25 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. They will air at 7 p.m. on Univision. Held amidst a backdrop of excitement and anticipation, the event proved to be a thrilling showcase of talent, culture, and unity.
Hosted in a glamorous venue adorned with vibrant hues and pulsating beats, the awards ceremony unfolded as a testament to the enduring influence and global resonance of Latin music. From the infectious rhythms of reggaeton to the soul-stirring melodies of bachata, the evening offered a kaleidoscope of musical genres that echoed the spirit of Latin America.
One of the highlights of the night was the recognition of groundbreaking artists who have redefined the landscape of Latin music. Esteemed performers such as were honored for their contributions to the industry, their visionary creativity inspiring generations to come. Their acceptance speeches resonated with gratitude, humility, and a deep sense of pride in representing their cultural heritage on a global stage.
The Latin American Music Awards 2024 also served as a platform to showcase emerging talents poised to make their mark in the industry. Rising stars captivated the audience with electrifying performances, demonstrating their versatility, passion, and undeniable charisma. Their presence underscored the dynamic evolution of Latin music, reaffirming its status as a driving force in the world of entertainment.
In addition to the accolades bestowed upon individual artists, several awards celebrated the collective achievements of collaborative projects and musical collaborations. From collaborative albums to genre-bending fusion tracks, these awards highlighted the power of music to transcend boundaries, unite communities, and ignite the human spirit.
When are the 2024 Latin AMAs?
The 2024 Latin AMAs will take place April 25 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. They will air at 7 p.m. on Univision, UNIMÁS y Galavisión and will also be available on ViX.
This year’s theme is “We Speak Música.”
Who is hosting the 2024 Latin AMAs?
The Latin American Music Awards 2024 is graced by a trio of luminaries as hosts this year. Pop icon Thalia, renowned actor and presenter Alejandra Espinoza, and the ever-charismatic singer-songwriter and television personality Carlos Ponce take the stage to guide us through an evening of unparalleled musical celebration and cultural resonance. With their combined talent, charm, and infectious energy, they promise to make this year’s awards ceremony an unforgettable experience for audiences worldwide.
2024 Latin AMA special honorees
Banda MS de Sergio Lizárraga and Ricardo Montaner are set to receive the prestigious Latin AMA Legacy Award, a well-deserved recognition of their extraordinary musical journeys and enduring impact on the industry. Their groundbreaking contributions have left an indelible mark on Latin music, inspiring generations and shaping the landscape of the genre.
In addition, Yandel will be bestowed with the esteemed Latin AMA Pioneer Award, honoring his trailblazing efforts and groundbreaking achievements within the urban music genre. His innovative contributions have not only elevated the urban music scene but have also paved the way for future generations of artists to thrive and innovate.
Performers
- AB Quintanilla
- Annita
- Arcangel
- Banda MS
- Becky G
- Carin Leon
- Chino Pacas
- Dalex
- Danny Ocean
- Deorro
- Dimelo Flow
- Farruko
- Feid
- Gabito Ballesteros
- Jay Wheeler
- Jennifer Nettles
- Justin Quiles
- Ky-Mani Marley
- Lenny Tavárez
- Los 2 De La S
- Manuel Medrano
- Marc Anthony
- Milo Beat
- Mora
- Morat
- Nacho
- Noel Schajris
- Oscar Maydon
- Peso Pluma
- Ricardo Montaner
- Ryan Castro
- Sech
- Sergio George
- Silvestre Dangond
- Thalia
- Venesti
- Wisin
- Yandel
- Yng Lvcas
- Zhamira Zambrano
Artist of the year
- Bad Bunny
- Carin León
- Eslabon Armado
- Feid
- Fuerza Regida
- Karol G
- Peso Pluma
- Rauw Alejandro
- Romeo Santos
- Shakira
New artist of the year
- Bad Gyal
- Chino Pacas
- Gabito Ballesteros
- Majo Aguilar
- Peso Pluma
- Venesti
- Xavi
- Yng Lvcas
- Young Miko
- Zhamira Zambrano
Song of the year
- “Bailando Bachata” — Chayanne
- “El Merengue” — Marshmello and Manuel Turizo
- “Ella Baila Sola” — Eslabon Armado and Peso Pluma
- “Lala” — Myke Towers
- “Según Quién” — Maluma and Carin León
- “Shakira: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53” — Bizarrap and Shakira
- “Solo Conmigo” — Romeo Santos
- “TQG” — Karol G and Shakira
- “Un x100to” — Grupo Frontera and Bad Bunny
- “Yandel 150” — Yandel & Feid
Album of the year
- “3men2 kbrn” — Eladio Carrión
- “Colmillo de Leche” — Carin León
- “Desvelado” — Eslabon Armado
- “El Comienzo” — Grupo Frontera
- “Feliz Cumpleaños Ferxxo te Pirateamos el Album” — Feid
- “Génesis” — Peso Pluma
- “Mañana Será Bonito” — Karol G
- “Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana” — Bad Bunny
- “Pa Que Hablen” — Fuerza Regida
- “Playa Saturno” — Rauw Alejandro
Collaboration of the year
- “La Bebe (Remix)” — Yng Lvcas and Peso Pluma
- “Según Quién” — Maluma and Carin León
- “Shakira: BZRP Music Sessions, Vol. 53” — Bizarrap and Shakira
- “Un x100to” — Grupo Frontera and Bad Bunny
- “Yandel 150” — Yandel and Feid
Collaboration crossover of the year
- “Dientes” — J Balvin, Usher and DJ Khaled
- “El Merengue” — Marshmello and Manuel Turizo
- “Niña Bonita” — Feid and Sean Paul
- “Ojalá” — The Rudeboyz, Maluma and Adam Levine
- “Vocation” — Ozuna and David Guetta
Best crossover artist
- Adam Levine
- David Guetta
- DJ Khaled
- Drake
- Marshmello
- Rema
- Sean Paul
- Usher
Streaming artist of the year
- Bad Bunny
- Eslabon Armado
- Feid
- Fuerza Regida
- Grupo Frontera
- Junior H
- Karol G
- Peso Pluma
- Rauw Alejandro
- Young Miko
Tour of the year
- “Doble P Tour 2023” — Peso Pluma
- “Fórmula Vol.3 Tour” — Romeo Santos
- “Luis Miguel Tour 2023” — Luis Miguel
- “Mañana Será Bonito Tour” — Karol G
- “Soy Rebelde Tour” — RBD
Global latin artist of the year
- Bad Bunny
- Feid
- Fuerza Regida
- Grupo Frontera
- Junior H
- Karol G
- Maluma
- Peso Pluma
- Quevedo
- Shakira
Global Latin song of the year
- “Classy 101” — Feid and Young Miko
- “Ella Baila Sola” — Eslabon Armado and Peso Pluma
- “Lala” — Myke Towers
- “Shakira: BZRP Music Sessions, Vol. 53” — Bizarrap & Shakira
- “Un x100to” — Grupo Frontera and Bad Bunny
Best duo or group — pop
- Camila
- Morat
- Piso 21
- RBD
- Reik
Best artist — pop
- Bizarrap
- Enrique Iglesias
- Manuel Turizo
- Sebastián Yatra
- Shakira
Best album — pop
- “Bailemos Otra Vez” — Chayanne
- “Cupido” — Tini
- “Orquídeas” — Kali Uchis
Best song — pop
- “Acróstico” — Shakira
- “Beso” — Rosalía and Rauw Alejandro
- “Fugitivos” — Camila
- “Pasa_je_ro” — Farruko
- “Una Noche Sin Pensar” — Sebastián Yatra
Best artist — urban
- Bad Bunny
- Feid
- Karol G
- Rauw Alejandro
- Young Miko
Best album — urban
- “Data” — Tainy
- “LPM (La Perreo Mixtape)” — Yng Lvcas
- “Mañana Será Bonito” — Karol G
- “Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana” — Bad Bunny
- “Playa Saturno” — Rauw Alejandro
Best song — urban
- “Lala” — Myke Towers
- “TQG” — Karol G and Shakira
- “Un Cigarrillo” — Chencho Corleone
- “Where She Goes” — Bad Bunny
- “Yandel 150” — Yandel and Feid
Best collaboration — urban
- “Arranca” — Becky G ft. Omega
- “Borracho y Loco” — Yandel and Myke Towers
- “Classy 101” — Feid and Young Miko
- “Hey Mor” — Ozuna and Feid
- “Me Porto Bonito” — Bad Bunny and Chencho Corleone
Best artist — regional Mexican
- Carin León
- Gabito Ballesteros
- Ivan Cornejo
- Junior H
- Peso Pluma
Best duo or group — regional Mexican
- Calibre 50
- Eslabon Armado
- Fuerza Regida
- Grupo Frontera
- Los Ángeles Azules
Best album — regional Mexican
- “Desvelado” — Eslabon Armado
- “Colmillo de Leche” — Carin León
- “El Comienzo” — Grupo Frontera
- “Génesis” — Peso Pluma
- “Pa Las Baby’s y Belikeada” — Fuerza Regida
Best song — regional Mexican
- “Di Que Sí” — Grupo Marca Registrada and Grupo Frontera
- “Difícil Tu Caso” — Alejandro Fernández
- “Dirección Equivocada” — Calibre 50
- “Indispensable” — Carin León
- “TQM” — Fuerza Regida
Best Collaboration — regional Mexican
- “Bebe Dame” — Fuerza Regida and Grupo Frontera
- “El Amor de su Vida” — Grupo Frontera and Grupo Firme
- “Ella Baila Sola” — Eslabon Armado and Peso Pluma
- “Pa’ Olvidarme de Tus Besos” — Lenin Ramírez and Banda MS de Sergio Lizárraga
- “Qué Agonía” — Yuridia and Ángela Aguilar
Best artist — tropical
- Carlos Vives
- Luis Figueroa
- Marc Anthony
- Prince Royce
- Romeo Santos
Best song — tropical
- “Bailando Bachata” — Chayanne
- “Bandido” — Luis Figueroa
- “La Falta Que Me Haces” — Natti Natasha
- “Me EnRD” — Prince Royce
- “Solo Conmigo” — Romeo Santos
Best collaboration — tropical
- “Ambulancia” — Camilo and Camila Cabello
- “Asi es la Vida” — Enrique Iglesias and Maria Becerra
- “El Merengue” — Marshmello and Manuel Turizo
- “La Fórmula” — Maluma and Marc Anthony
- “Si Tú Me Quieres” — Fonseca and Juan Luis Guerra
024 Latin American Music Awards: Preview
The 2024 Latin AMAs are shaping up to be a night of celebration for the biggest names in Latin music! Here’s a look at what we can expect:
Hot Categories and Nominees:
- Bad Bunny leads the pack with nominations in a whopping 11 categories, including Artist of the Year, Global Latin Artist of the Year, and Song of the Year for his collaboration with Bizarrap on “Shakira: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53.”
- Karol G is another powerhouse contender, with nods for Artist of the Year, Album of the Year (“Mañana Será Bonito”), Best Collaboration (“TQG” with Shakira), and more.
- Newcomers like Bad Gyal and Peso Pluma are vying for New Artist of the Year alongside established names like Feid.
- Regional Mexican is heating up with Carin León and Eslabon Armado battling it out for Best Artist and Best Album.
- Shakira is making a strong comeback with nominations in Pop categories, including Best Artist and Best Song for “Acróstico.”
- The coveted Collaboration of the Year race is tight, with “Shakira: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53” up against genre-bending hits like “El Merengue” by Marshmello and Manuel Turizo.
Special Recognition:
- Banda MS de Sergio Lizárraga and Ricardo Montaner will be honored with the Latin AMA Legacy Award for their remarkable careers.
- Yandel will receive the Latin AMA Pioneer Award for his contributions to the urban genre.
Performances and Presenters:
- The list of performers is still under wraps, but with such a diverse range of nominees, we can expect a night filled with electrifying Latin rhythms.
- Big names are likely to take the stage, with past ceremonies featuring artists like Bad Bunny, J Balvin, and Jennifer Lopez.
