Latin Electronic Music: The New Latin GRAMMYs Category Shaping the Industry
Latin Beats Meet Bass Drops
The 2024 Latin GRAMMYs are bringing the heat with a fresh new addition — Best Latin Electronic Music Performance. This category shines a spotlight on the fusion of Latin culture and electronic music, recognizing the trailblazing work of artists, producers, and DJs who are blending these two worlds in incredible ways.
This year five exciting nominees are up for the award, including a remix from Tiësto, multiple singles from Brazilian DJ Alok, a collab from Ale Acosta & Valeria Castro, and a high-energy track by Vikina featuring Deorro. These artists represent the cutting edge of music, merging Latin rhythms with the digital sounds of Latin Electronic Music to create something completely fresh and new.
Latin music has always been about rhythm. From the sensual sway of salsa to the energetic pulse of samba, percussive instruments like congas, bongos, and timbales define the sound. Now those same rhythms are crossing over into Latin Electronic Music, blending perfectly with the beats of house, techno, dubstep, and more.
As technology transforms the way we create music, many artists are turning to synthesizers and computer-generated sounds to explore these Latin-inspired rhythms from a fresh perspective.
Where Music Meets Magic
The 25th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards are going to be one for the books. This year’s event is set for Thursday, November 14, at the Kaseya Center in Miami with a live broadcast on Univision, Galavisión, and ViX starting at 8 p.m. ET/PT (7 p.m. CT). The Latin GRAMMYs are always a celebration of the best and brightest in Latin music, but this year, they’ll also showcase the future of Latin Electronic Music with the brand-new Best Latin Electronic Music Performance category.
With performances from some of the hottest artists, unexpected collaborations, and, of course, plenty of awards to go around, this year’s ceremony will undoubtedly highlight how far Latin music has come—and how much further it can go.
Why Latin + Electronic Music Is the Perfect Combo
What’s the secret sauce behind the Latin + Electronic fusion?
Music is a universal language and Latin music has an infectious spirit that speaks to people from all backgrounds. Whether you're a fan of high-energy beats or soulful ballads, Latin music's rhythmic core taps into something primal. And when paired with the innovative sounds of Latin Electronic Music, it becomes an unstoppable force.
So whether you're a die hard fan of electronic music, a lover of Latin grooves, or somewhere in between, get ready for a thrilling ride as Latin Electronic Music takes center stage at the 2024 Latin GRAMMYs!
For more info visit the Latin Grammys’ website.