From\u00a0m\u00fasica mexicana\u00a0to Latin Afrobeats, the genre-spanning list includes a vast range of estrellas who we\u00a0believe\u00a0will have a big year.<\/p>\n
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\t\t\t\t\tFrom left: Esau Ortiz, Kenia Os, Jombriel, Juan Duque<\/span><\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tOrtiz: The 3 Collective, Os: Alfredo Persan, Jombriel: Juan Pablo Agudelo, Duque: Soulkap<\/p>\n \t<\/p>\n \t \t<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n \n\tBillboard has curated its coveted 2026 Latin Artists to Watch list, highlighting 26 names who not only caught our attention last year, but who we believe will have their breakout this year.<\/p>\n \n\tThe predictions, which were made with great thought and careful consideration by the Billboard Latin and Billboard Espa\u00f1ol editors, are based on a wide range of rising artists who cracked the Billboard charts in the past 12 months.\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tChuwi and Emmanuel Cortes, for example, both made their Hot 100 debuts<\/a> in 2025. The Puerto Rican group debuted at No. 52 in January with their feature on Bad Bunny\u2019s breezy \u201cWeltita\u201d and M\u00fasica Mexicana newcomer, Cortes, with his ultra-viral \u201cAmor\u201d that garnered nearly one million video creations on TikTok (at time of publishing), debuting at No. 96 in November.<\/p>\n \n\tThe list also includes a select group of artists who have yet to enter the Billboard charts but have already been showered with critical acclaim in the music industry, such as contemporary flamenco star Yerai Cort\u00e9s, who made history as the first guitarist to be nominated for best new artist at the 2025 Latin Grammys, and Mexican sweetheart Macario Martinez, who went viral on social media with his heartfelt street-sweeper-turned-artist success story.\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tWith a diverse selection of genres, ranging from reggaet\u00f3n to Latin afrobeats to reparto, and a wide range of countries represented, from Argentina to Ecuador to Puerto Rico and beyond, our selection also includes the artists Yami Safdie, Clave Especial, Bebeshito and Esa\u00fa Ortiz \u2014 all featured on the monthly Billboard Latin Artist on the Rise<\/a> in 2025.\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tCheck out Billboard\u2019s 26 Latin artists to watch in 2026, listed in alphabetical order, below.<\/p>\n \u00a0\u00a0 \t\t\t \n\tSince reaching virality in 2024 with the hit \u201cCapaz (Merenguet\u00f3n),\u201d which quickly debuted on the Billboard charts, singer Alleh Mezher and producer and singer Yorghaki Yacoub \u2014 who joined forces for a series of projects as Alleh & Yorghaki \u2014 have made it clear that they are not one hit wonders. With their blend of merengue, afrobeats and urban rhythms, they have steadily gained popularity among fans and critics, achieving not only streams but also recognition within the industry. After climbing the Latin music charts with \u201cCapaz (Merenguet\u00f3n),\u201d which still holds a spot on Latin Rhythm Airplay at No. 16 as of January 2026, their joint album La Ciudad (released in Dec. 2024) led them to debut on Top Latin Rhythm Albums, reaching No. 23 last February.<\/p>\n \n\tAt the 2025 Latin Grammy Awards, Alleh was nominated for best new artist, while together they competed in the best urban performance\/urban fusion category with \u201cCapaz (Merenguet\u00f3n).\u201d At Premio Lo Nuestro 2026, they are contenders for album of the year with La Ciudad, and compete separately in the male new artist of the year category. Additionally, Yorghaki appears in the collaboration of the year \u2013 pop\/urban category with \u201cSaman\u00e1,\u201d alongside fellow Venezuelans Mau y Ricky and Danny Ocean. We expect more exciting music from both of them this year. \u2014 SIGAL RATNER-ARIAS<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tSinger, producer, and multi-instrumentalist, the Colombian artist Annasofia is part of a young generation of Latina songwriters and performers who are redefining the music scene in the region, challenging norms and crossing musical genres without prejudice. Her alternative pop style fuses urban music with electronic rhythms, which she complements with empowering lyrics and a captivating stage presence. Her talent as a songwriter and performer has led her to tour with artists such as Greeicy, Mike Bah\u00eda and Andr\u00e9s Cepeda.<\/p>\n \n\tAlthough not from a musical family, she showed an interest in music from a young age, which led her to learn to play the drums at seven years old. Later, she learned to play the piano and guitar. She has been nominated for the Heat Latin Music Awards and the Nuestra Tierra Awards, and is part of the prestigious Art House \u2013 Universal Music Latino program, spearheaded by Julio Reyes Copello and Abbey Road Studios. In 2025, she was nominated for a Latin Grammy for best new artist. \u2014 NATALIA CANO<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tAfter making waves as a prolific songwriter for Street Mob\u2019s clan, Armenta made a stunning leap into the spotlight with his debut album\u00a0P\u00f3rtate Bien. The project cemented his status as a standout voice in m\u00fasica mexicana, weaving aching indie rock, steely corridos tumbados, flirtatious reggaet\u00f3n Mexa, and tender boleros into a genre-defying masterpiece. The Sinaloense\u2019s songs radiate unfiltered emotion and raw authenticity, making him an artist who doesn\u2019t just cross boundaries \u2014 he demolishes them. Since then, Armenta has solidified his place as one of Latin music\u2019s most exciting rising singer-songwriters, with a string of high-profile collaborations alongside artists like Fuerza Regida and Chino Pacas. With a trailblazing debut and noteworthy creative partnerships, Miguel Armenta (real name) proved his reign even further as\u00a02025\u2019s No. 1 Latin Songwriter<\/a>. \u2014 ISABELA RAYGOZA<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tLast August, Bebeshito made history as the first artist of reparto music to sell out the coveted Kaseya Center in Miami, Fla., where he performed for 20,000 people. The concert, which defeated all odds, occurred less than a year after the emerging artist migrated from Cuba to Miami. Bebeshito (real name: Oniel Ernesto Columbie Campos) became a household name in his native Cuba doing reparto covers. [Reparto<\/a> is a musical genre that derives from the \u201crepartos\/barrios\u201d or housing projects in Cuba that fuses urban music with traditional Cuban rhythms and is powered by the clave instrument.] His first breakout hit was \u201cUna Pila de Partes,\u201d his version of Aitana\u2019s 2021 hit \u201cBerl\u00edn.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tSince signing a record deal with Planet Records in 2022, Bebeshito has placed various entries on the Billboard charts including his viral tracks \u201cMarca Mandarina\u201d and \u201cTacto Que Lleg\u00f3 El Reparto,\u201d which entered Hot Tropical Songs last Spring. \u201cIt has everything: feeling, joy, and the guaracha, as we Cubans say. Many people relate to it because it\u2019s a genre made in Cuba. Reparto is lived [on the island] and sung in the streets. This song is like saying, \u2018Watch out, the Cubano is here,’\u201d the former Billboard Latin Artist on the Rise<\/a> said of the rhythmic \u201cTacto.\u201d Bebeshito was also a speaker at the 2025 Billboard Latin Music Week, where he joined Olga Ta\u00f1\u00f3n, Luck Ra, Grupo 5 and Guaynaa to talk about the explosion of cumbia and tropical music. \u2014 JESSICA ROIZ<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tThey rose to fame thanks to Bad Bunny, who invited them to collaborate on the hit \u201cWeltita,\u201d leading them to debut on the Billboard charts in January 2025. But Puerto Rican quartet Chuwi began years earlier, in 2020, formed by siblings Lor\u00e9n, Willy, and Wester Aldarondo, along with their friend Adri\u00e1n L\u00f3pez. With a unique style that blends traditional rhythms like plena, bomba, and salsa with alternative melodies, the indie group from Isabela, Puerto Rico, sings primarily about their island and also about love, shining in songs like \u201cTierra,\u201d \u201cBipartidos,\u201d and \u201cEsc\u00fachame\u201d featuring Pj Sin Suela. So far they have released two EPs \u2014 Pan (2022) and Tierra (2024) \u2014 in addition to \u201cFalta Algo,\u201d their most recent single.<\/p>\n \n\tIn December 2025, after a remarkable year that also saw them perform alongside Bad Bunny during his historic residency at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico, Chuwi signed a deal with Double P Management, the company co-founded by Mexican superstar Peso Pluma and visionary executive George Prajin. The group is currently on the road with Bad Bunny as the opening act for his Deb\u00ed Tirar M\u00e1s Fotos World Tour \u2014 and they also share a Premio Lo Nuestro nomination in the perfect mix of the year category for their successful collab. We appreciate the well-deserved visibility Benito has given them and can\u2019t wait to hear new music from the quartet in 2026. \u2013 S.R.A.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tClarent first gained attention with his future-forward, Afrobeats-tinged hit \u201cIA\u201d in 2024, featuring Mora, a track that has amassed over 145 million streams on Spotify to date. Jumping ahead to 2026, the rising Puerto Rican artist has already leveled up with\u00a0No Vuelve a Suceder, an ambitious 10-track EP that highlights his genre-bending versatility. Effortlessly navigating booming trap, eerie reggaet\u00f3n, and atmospheric EDM, Clarent is cementing his reputation as one of Latin music\u2019s freshest voices. Standout tracks include \u201cEsta Vida,\u201d an introspective collab with Spain\u2019s Morad, and \u201cOtro Momento,\u201d where he drops his bravado to lay bare raw vulnerability. The EP made waves across the\u00a0Billboard\u00a0charts, debuting at No. 49 on Top Latin Albums and No. 23 on Top Latin Rhythm Albums. If this is just an \u201cEP,\u201d we can\u2019t wait to hear what he\u2019ll do with his album. \u2014 I.R.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tClave Especial was undoubtedly one of the fastest-growing groups in Latin music in 2025. The trio from Salinas, California \u2014 discovered by Fuerza Regida\u2019s leader Jes\u00fas Ortiz Paz and signed to his label Street Mob Records \u2014 represents a bicultural generation that has immediately connected with young people globally, amassing 14 million listeners across different platforms. The success of their album Mija No Te Me Asustes, released in February last year, was a major hit, earning gold, platinum, and diamond certifications from RIAA. The set, which includes hits like \u201cTu, Tu Tu,\u201d that earned them their first No. 1 on Billboard\u2018s Regional Mexican Airplay chart, led them to embark on their first tour with 15 shows in the U.S.<\/p>\n \n\tThey also were four-time finalists at the 2025 Billboard Latin Music Awards, and opened for Fuerza Regida before more than 50,000 people at the GNP Seguros Stadium in Mexico City. They are currently working on new music that they will release in the coming months. \u2014 TERE AGUILERA<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tLast year, Myke Towers told me personally that he sees DFZM as the next big force in urban music, a sentiment he shared during a Billboard interview where he also discussed their first collaboration, \u201cLa Despedida,\u201d which opens Towers\u2019 Island Boyz album. Hailing from Buenaventura, Colombia, the artist born Dylan Zambrano burst onto the scene in late 2024 with \u201c+57,\u201d a star-studded Colombian track featuring Karol G, Feid, J Balvin, Maluma, Ryan Castro, Blessd, and Ovy on the Drums. The song\u2019s explosive popularity catapulted DFZM onto the Billboard charts, including Hot Latin Songs, the Billboard Hot 100, Billboard Global 200, and Global Excl. U.S. At just 19, DFZM is carving out a unique space in the genre, fusing rap, trap, and reggaet\u00f3n with his unmistakably deep vocals. His momentum keeps building, with recent viral hits like \u201cVitamina\u201d with Jombriel and collaborations with Mike Bah\u00eda, Jowell & Randy, Ryan Catro, and Nanpa B\u00e1sico.\u00a0\u2014 INGRID FAJARDO<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tAt just 19 years old, Emmanuel Cortes is on his way to becoming a key representative of regional Mexican music. The singer-songwriter born in Arkansas has found success with a style he defines as \u201ccumbia tumbada,\u201d in which he uses technology to create different sounds, with lyrics about love and joy based on his own experiences and those of close friends. His collaborations include \u201cNo Me Equivoco\u201d with Conjunto Amanecer, \u201cLo Que Me Mata\u201d with Diego Gonz\u00e1lez and \u201cAmor\u201d with Santa Fe Klan, the latter an interesting fusion in which he stayed true to his identity. \u201cAmor\u201d also took him to new heights, positioning him among the most successful young producers, as it reached No. 4 on Billboard\u2018s Regional Mexican Airplay chart. His most recent album, Amor x Dosis, released on Dec. 4, 2025, features 12 songs that showcase a clear evolution as both a songwriter and performer, reaffirming his versatility and ability to blend different musical styles. \u2014 T.A.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tMexican artist Esa\u00fa Ortiz has gone slow and steady in his career. In his early years in music, he focused on his role as a songwriter, achieving success as his songs were recorded by regional Mexican artists who turned them into major hits: \u201cVoy a amarte\u201d (Perdidos de Sinaloa), \u201cDe Fresa y Coco\u201d (Luis R. Conriquez), \u201cTronando Ligas\u201d (Grupo Firme and Junior H), \u201cDe Compas\u201d (Car\u00edn Le\u00f3n), \u201cVVS\u201d (Peso Pluma, Edgardo Nu\u00f1ez, and Los Dareyes de la Sierra). With a solid reputation earned, he decided to take the next step and became the voice of his own creations, infusing them with a style that combines Mexican music with pop, rap, and even funk \u2014 which he has called \u201cretrob\u00e9lico.\u201d With this fusion came \u201cTriple Lavada,\u201d a track that put him on the map by going viral in Latin America and Spain, amassing millions of streams. In October 2025, the innovative 27-year-old singer-songwriter from Monterrey \u2014 who now boasts 5 million monthly listeners on Spotify \u2014 released Discontrol, his debut album under Sony Music Latin. \u2014 T.A.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tEstevie first caught our attention in 2023 with her\u00a0Cumbialicious\u00a0debut album, introducing herself as a budding Mexican-American artist from SoCal with a sultry rasp and an undeniable sparkle. Hailing from Beaumont, Calif., the curly-haired cowgirl quickly proved her star power with coveted collaborations alongside Christian Nodal (\u201cUn Besito M\u00e1s\u201d), Cuco (\u201cel paso\u201d), and Saul Villarreal (\u201cPerd\u00f3n\u201d). Last month, Estevie cemented her place among m\u00fasica mexicana\u2019s brightest voices with her second album,\u00a0La Traici\u00f3n y el Contrabando. Seamlessly blending cumbia-pop with her haunting falsettos and evocative storytelling, she\u2019s quickly asserting her place as a fearless artist who\u2019s here to stay. \u2014 I.R.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tDubbed the Afro Rockstar of Colombia, Hamilton has stood out as a key figure in the afrobeats scene in his country, including through collaborations with Ryan Castro (\u201cA Poca Luz\u201d), Justin Quiles and Lenny Tav\u00e1rez (\u201cAtardecer\u201d). With a velvety voice and a pleasant afro-tropical vibe, the artist born in Cartagena de Indias in 1999 released his first EP, Los Reyes del Mar, in early 2024, followed by his debut album Afro Rockstar in the summer of 2025. The 21-track set features singles like \u201cBesitos Dulces\u201d and \u201cLa Favorita de Mi Mam\u00e1,\u201d as well as collabs such as \u201cLa Ruta\u201d with Farruko and \u201cChalala\u201d with De La Ghetto. Nominated for male new artist of the year and Afrobeats song of the year for \u201cMi Reina\u201d alongside Nanpa B\u00e1sico at the 2026 Premio Lo Nuestro, Hamilton has continued releasing singles and collaborations in recent months \u2014 a testament to his boundless creativity, which we hope will persist throughout the year. \u2014 S.R.A.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tWith an innovative fusion of dancehall, ragga and reggaet\u00f3n, Jombriel (a.k.a. La Sangre Nueva) has paved the way for the rising urban movement in Ecuador. Last year, his viral track \u201cParte & Choke,\u201d in collaboration with Alex Krack and J\u00f8tta, received the remix treatment from Ryan Castro, and ultimately reached No. 1<\/a> on Billboard Argentina Hot 100. Its follow-up track, \u201cVitamina,\u201d alongside Colombian newcomer DFZM and J\u00f8tta, also shattered records as the most-streamed song in a single day in Ecuador, and surprisingly formed part of Barack Obama\u2019s \u201cFavorite Music of 2025\u201d list, joining other Spanish-language acts including Rosal\u00eda, Mora, De La Rose, Xavi and Manuel Turizo. Jombriel (real name: Jonathan Gabriel Cede\u00f1o Romero) both signed a deal with Warner Music Latina and released his debut studio album Jombriel de la Suerte last year. \u2014 J.R.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tJuan Duque\u2014who kicked off his career in 2018 and signed a record deal with Warner Music Latina in 2024\u2014had a very fruitful 2025, starting off with the pop Afrobeats \u201cSolcito,\u201d his feature on Miguel Bueno\u2019s single that went viral on social media and was named one of Billboard\u2019s Best Latin Songs of 2025. Powered by that momentum, Duque then released singles \u201cUn Afrito,\u201d \u201cFlow Diferente\u201d, \u201cRayitos\u201d, and \u201cOjal\u00e1\u201d with Nanpa B\u00e1sico, introducing his sweet and romantic afrobeats melodies to the world. Duque also performed at the Warner Music Latina showcase at the 2025 LAMC in New York and wrapped a successful Latin American tour with sold-out shows in cities such as Bogot\u00e1, Lima, Quito and Guatemala City, and continued solidifying his presence on an international stages when he performed at the Billboard Latin Music Award last year. \u2014 I.F.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tKenia Os has built her own path to fame, first captivating audiences as a trendsetter in fashion and digital culture while winning fans of every generation. In 2018, she shifted her focus to music, debuting with the single \u201cPor Siempre,\u201d but it was the 2022 hit \u201cMalas Deciciones\u201d that truly defined her pop sound and propelled her onto the Billboard Global 200 charts that same year. Building on this momentum, her project K23 earned her a Latin Grammy nomination, as her short film \u201cUniverso K23\u201d was honored in the Best Long Form Music Video category. The Mexican artist has collaborated with stars like Rels B, Peso Pluma, Anitta and Danny Ocean, and is now headed in a new era with the releases of \u201cBelladona\u201d and \u201cUna y otra vez,\u201d both featured on her highly anticipated album\u00a0K de Karma, set for release on March 19. \u2014 I.F.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tAfter the whirlwind of going viral and sharing his music with millions while he worked as a street sweeper in Mexico, Macario Mart\u00ednez found himself at the heart of a dream. His uplifting song \u201cSue\u00f1a Lindo\u201d and his heartfelt story resonated far and wide, not only in his lyrics and guitar, but also in that beautiful way of seeing life and enjoying the simple things. Last year was a year of many firsts for Macario: he released his first album Si Ma\u00f1ana Ya No Estoy \u2014 a flawless fusion of huapango-folk-rock that creates a sort of internal journey through memory; he made his debut at NPR\u2019s iconic Tiny Desk; and closed the year with his first Lunario at the National Auditorium in Mexico City. In his music, Mart\u00ednez ingrains the sounds he heard while living in Veracruz, where he discovered the jaranas (a string instrument mainly used in the jarocho style): \u201cI try to blend both traditional sounds and the sounds of bands like Beach House or alternative rock sounds,\u201d he previously told Billboard. \u2014 I.F.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tAfter a five-year hiatus, Dominican-American R&B singer Mar\u00eda Isabel is stepping back into the spotlight \u2014 this time, fully embracing her Latin roots with unabashed creative energy. The Queens-born first-gen artist captivated listeners over the years with her smooth, soul-baring sound, but 2026 marks a transformative chapter. With a full-length set to drop this spring, fully crafted by Spanish superproducer El Guincho (best known for his groundbreaking work with Rosal\u00eda), Mar\u00eda Isabel ventures deeper into the dualities of her identity, weaving together genres and cultures in ways that feel personal and bold. She gave fans a taste of what\u2019s to come with her fall single \u201cBien Bien,\u201d a sultry, rhythm-forward track that subtly introduces elements of dembow into her atmospheric R&B. By pushing the boundaries of her sound and tapping into unexplored facets of her artistry, Mar\u00eda Isabel is staking her claim as one of the most compelling voices of the new Latin music wave. \u2014 I.R.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tPeruvian singer-songwriter NIC (formerly known as Nicole Zignago) was born and raised in a very musical family, with a singer-songwriter father \u2014 the iconic musician Gian Marco \u2014 an actress grandmother, and a musician and actor grandfather. This artistic and music-loving background has led her to become one of the most promising emerging voices in Latin America, with a pop sound that fuses sensitivity, identity and a refreshing approach to queer music. After graduating from Berklee College of Music, she was signed by a record label as a songwriter, a period during which she worked with artists such as Sof\u00eda Reyes, Mariah, Guaynaa, and Greeicy.<\/p>\n \n\tIn 2019, she wrote \u201cMimos,\u201d which five years later she recorded with Colombian artist Camilo, a beautiful ballad with urban influences included on her debut album, Escrita (2024). A four-time Latin Grammy nominee, NIC returned to the recording studio a few months ago to work on what will be her second album, scheduled for release in 2026. As a preview of her new compositions, she released her first single, \u201cFeliz por ti,\u201d followed by \u201cFavorito.\u201d Undoubtedly, this new phase reaffirms the Peruvian artist as one of the brightest voices of her generation. \u2014 N.C.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tOscar Ortiz, born into a family of successful artists in regional Mexican music, has been surrounded by music from a young age. Beyond the example set by his brothers Kevin and Gerardo, he has sought to shine on his own terms \u2014 and he\u2019s achieving it. His lyrics, fused with cumbia and modern corridos, have been the key to his success. In 2023, he surprised everyone by breaking into the music scene with \u201cEl del C8,\u201d but the best was yet to come. The following year, he released \u201cFIRST LOVE\u201d alongside Edgardo Nu\u00f1ez, a global hit that has surpassed 360 million streams and earned double-platinum certification (2X) from the RIAA.<\/p>\n \n\tSince then, he has recorded other major collaborations like \u201cY Si Te Vas\u201d with Car\u00edn Le\u00f3n and \u201cAplauso\u201d with Matisse, as well as solo tracks such as \u201cAmigos Para Qu\u00e9,\u201d \u201cCaro,\u201d and \u201cLast Kiss,\u201d all featured on his debut album Silencio Habla, released on January 23 under Sony Music Latin. With songs that delve into love and heartbreak over rhythmic norte\u00f1o beats, the 23-year-old artist is steadily growing his fanbase, boasting nearly 4 million monthly listeners on Spotify. \u2014 T.A.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tOriginally from Naranjito, ROA is considered one of the most innovative voices of the new wave of Puerto Rican trap music, thanks to his distinctive sound that fuses reggaeton with R&B, complemented by straightforward lyrics and captivating live performances. In recent years, his name has resonated strongly as one of the fastest-rising urban artists with songs like \u201cMe Gustas CC,\u201d \u201cNever 2 Late,\u201d and \u201c777.\u201d Since 2023, when he officially emerged on the scene with his EPs Private Suite, Vol. 1, followed by Private Suite, Vol. 2 (2024) and Private Suite, Vol. 3 (2025), respectively, he has collaborated with artists such as Luar La L, De La Rose, Yanblock and Omar Courtz, among other up-and-coming Puerto Rican urban artists in the industry. \u2014 N.C.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tAt just 21, the Bronx-born singer-songwriter turns her deepest experiences into heartfelt songs, each one like a page ripped from her journal. Raised in a Mexican-American household by parents from Puebla and Veracruz, Selines grew up immersed in her family\u2019s rich musical traditions while grappling with the duality of life between cultures. These themes come to life in her forthcoming sophomore album, due later this year. In 2024, the artist first revealed her gift for connecting with listeners through her stripped-back debut\u00a0Circo de Amor. Inspired by fellow Mexican singer-songwriters like veterans Julieta Venegas, Natalia Lafourcade, and Ed Maverick, Selines channels themes of love, loss, and self-discovery through atmospheric, genre-bending arrangements. With her poetic lyricism and unguarded emotion, she continues to build her world, offering comfort and connection to those navigating their own complexities. \u2014 I.R.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tThe Christian group Un Coraz\u00f3n, originally from the northern Mexican state of Chihuahua, has been transforming praise and worship music in the Hispanic world for over a decade with its ability and talent to touch lives with every note and every word written in their songs. Led by singer Kim Richards, the group promotes faith and hope with songs like \u201cJesucristo Basta\u201d and \u201cSalmo 23.\u201d In 2024, they won their first Latin Grammy for Best Christian Album with Kintsugi, which features songs that speak of human fragility and the beauty that can be found amidst imperfection. \u2014 N.C.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tVictor Valverde is carving out a distinct space in m\u00fasica mexicana with his hip-hop-infused corridos and relentless creativity. A prolific force, the singer-songwriter has dropped six albums since 2021 \u2014 two alone in 2025 (Con Tokio\u00a0in Jan. and\u00a0Plomo y Letra\u00a0last month). Yet it\u2019s his viral single, \u201cEl Mayor de los Ranas,\u201d featuring JR Torres, that\u2019s cemented his status as a genre-bender. The cheeky, no-frills track weaves punchy rap bars with a regional Mexican backbone, peaking at No. 18 on Hot Latin Songs, No. 86 on the Global Excl. U.S. chart \u2014 and even cracking the Billboard Global 200 at No. 97. With his mischievous swagger and street-wise flair, the 21-year-old Sinaloense is quickly establishing himself as one of m\u00fasica mexicana\u2019s most fearless disruptors. \u2014 I.R.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tWampi\u2019s class-act musicianship and suave vocals is what truly makes him a standout artist. Born Dasiel Mustelier Oru\u00f1a in La Habana, Cuba, Wampi is a studied musician and professional saxophone player, who through his progressive vision has effortlessly meshed Cuba\u2019s traditional reparto music with Brazilian funk, R&B, salsa, and cha cha cha, among other rhythms. In 2019, he dropped his debut studio album Ya Llegu\u00e9, followed by his 2022 sets Mama Eh and Wampi Hitz. In 2024, Wampi formed part of El Chulo\u2019s viral TikTok hit \u201cTienes Que Nacer de Nuevo\u201d alongside Dany Ome y Kevincito El 13, which later landed him a global agreement with Virgin Music Latin for the release of his latest album, El Rey de la Habana \u2014 one of Billboard\u2019s Best Latin Albums<\/a> of 2025. \u2014 J.R.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tHer stripped-down acoustic pop style, soulful lyrics, and soft but poignant vocals is what turned Yami Safdie into a household name. Like most aspiring artists, the Argentine singer-songwriter began singing covers and uploading them on social media. Among them was her cover of Netflix\u2019s <\/a>Money Heist<\/a> theme song, which went viral in 2018. After keeping the momentum with a strategy that best worked for her, Safdie signed a record deal with Warner Music Argentina in 2021 and has since released her debut album Dije Que No Me Iba a Enamorar in 2022, her sophomore LP Sur in 2023, and her third set Querida Yo last year. The latter of the three is home to her notable collaborations: \u201cQuerida Yo\u201d with Camilo, \u201cEn Otra Vida\u201d with Lasso, and \u201cAmor Prestado\u201d with Manuel Turizo, to name a few.\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tAdditionally, her team up with Camilo on the title track scored Safdie \u2014 a former Billboard Latin Artist on the Rise<\/a> \u2014 her first entry on the Billboard charts, peaking at No. 15 on the Latin Pop Airplay chart last May. Over on the Billboard Argentina Hot 100, she had already entered three songs, including \u201cEn Otra Vida,\u201d her highest charting song on that tally, which peaked at No. 6. \u00a0\u2014 J.R.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n \t\t\t \n\tAt 30 years old, Yer\u00e1i Cort\u00e9s has become one of the leading figures of contemporary flamenco. Since his 2024 debut with \u201cSonar Por Buler\u00edas,\u201d Cort\u00e9s has demonstrated his ability to evoke powerful emotions with just his guitar and no lyrics. \u201cThis type of music isn\u2019t just a trend; it\u2019s a monument that will last a lifetime,\u201d he previously said to Billboard<\/a>. \u201cI have a method\u2014how do I put music to a film scene? I don\u2019t have any lyrics, but I do have the power to create an auditory scene.\u201d In 2024, Cort\u00e9s released his documentary The Flamenco Guitar of Yerai Cort\u00e9s directed by C.Tangana (real name: Ant\u00f3n \u00c1lvarez) in his directorial debut. Considering himself a traditional and classical musician, who\u2019s eager to continue experimenting with new flamenco, Cort\u00e9s made history as the first guitarist to be nominated for best new artist at the 2025 Latin Grammys. \u2014 J.R.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n
\n\t\tEspa\u00f1ol\t<\/span><\/p>\n\n
Alleh & Yorghaki<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Saul Fajardo\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nAnnasofia<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Hermes Abreu\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nArmenta<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Epho\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nBebeshito<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Ysa P\u00e9rez\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nChuwi<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Arenovski\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nClarent<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Yancy Pacheco\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nClave Especial<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Eduardo Guzm\u00e1n (EDG)\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nDFZM<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Camilo Cruz\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nEmmanuel Cortes<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Ivan Xochihua\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nEsa\u00fa Ortiz<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Juanse \u00c1valos\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nEstevie<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Ysa P\u00e9rez\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nHamilton<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Cigol Music \/ Elevate Records\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nJombriel<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: CHIVO\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nJuan Duque<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: @soulkap_\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nKenia Os<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Alfredo Persan<\/p>\nMacario Mart\u00ednez<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: @daviddbarajas\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nMar\u00eda Isabel<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Ricky \u00c1lvarez \t\t\t\t<\/p>\nNIC<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Diego Villagra Motta\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nOscar Ortiz<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Edgar G\u00f3mez\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nROA<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Jose C Padilla\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nSelines<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Courtesy of Interscope Records\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nUn Coraz\u00f3n<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Courtesy of CANZION\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nVictor Valverde<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: \u00a0Mois\u00e9s Gardu\u00f1o\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nWampi<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Manuel Gonzales\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nYami Safdie<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Ysa P\u00e9rez\t\t\t\t<\/p>\nYerai Cort\u00e9s<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Dani Pujate\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n