Latin Music: Reggaeton, Corridos and the Grammys — 2026-10-19
Billboard Latin Music Week 2026 kicks off today in Miami, highlighting the dominance of Regional Mexican artists like Peso Pluma in the upcoming Billboard Latin Music Awards. Simultaneously, U2 announced a historic return to Latin America for 2027, while controversy surrounds the Palenque Culiacán festival in Mexico due to regional cartel violence.
Latin Music: Reggaeton, Corridos and the Grammys — 2026-10-19
Top developments
Billboard Latin Music Week 2026 Opens in Miami
Billboard Latin Music Week 2026 begins today, October 19, in Miami Beach, running through October 22. The four-day event features a lineup led by Maluma, Pitbull, Becky G, and Rubén Blades, including industry panels and nighttime performances leading into the Billboard Latin Music Awards.
Regional Mexican Dominates Billboard Latin Music Awards Finalists
Regional Mexican music continues its surge, with Peso Pluma leading the finalists for the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards with 17 mentions. He is followed by Tito Double P and Fuerza Regida, signaling the genre's continued dominance in the Latin music industry.
U2 Announces 2027 Latin America Tour
U2 has confirmed its return to Latin America after nearly a decade, starting with two concerts in Mexico City at the Estadio GNP on February 23 and 26, 2027. The "The Greatest Show on Earth" tour will also include shows in Argentina, promoting their new album Carnaval de Luz. Ticket sales for the Mexico City shows begin today, October 19.
Palenque Culiacán 2026 Proceeds Amidst Security Concerns
The Palenque Culiacán festival is set to proceed despite ongoing violence between rival cartels in Sinaloa. Artists associated with narcocorridos are scheduled to perform, marking the first time the festival has been held since 2024, when it was canceled due to security issues.
Local view
Mexican outlet Milenio highlighted how corridos tumbados have conquered Mexico City, becoming a dominant aesthetic and language for young people in the capital. The report notes that the genre has transcended music to become a form of social belonging for the "chilango" youth.
Context & numbers
- Peso Pluma: Leads the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards finalists with 17 nominations.
- U2 Tickets: Sales for the Mexico City concerts begin October 19, 2026.
- Latin Grammy Awards: The 27th Annual Latin Grammy Awards are scheduled for November 12, 2026, honoring recordings released between June 1, 2025, and May 31, 2026.
On the radar
- Billboard Latin Music Awards: The ceremony follows the conclusion of Latin Music Week on October 22, 2026.
- New Releases: Colombian artist Kris R released a new album, while Ryan Castro reinterpreted the salsa classic "Lluvia" this week.
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