New Music Latin is a compilation of the best new Latin songs and albums recommended by Billboard Latin and Billboard Español editors. Check out this week’s picks below.
Carlos Vives, “Te Dedico” (Sony Music Latin)
If the first single from Carlos Vives’ upcoming album El Último Disco serves as an indicator, we’re in for a treat. “Te Dedico,” written by the Colombian icon alongside Andrés Torres, Mauricio Rengifo and Andrés Leal, is a sweet tropical track that talks about reviving the romance of the pre-digital era, with love letters and the type of songs that allowed us to connect on a deeper level. “I dedicate every word and every verse to you/ The cumbia in my bones/ And the one we danced at the Caimán Festivities,” Vives sings over a fusion of rhythms like cumbia, vallenato and pop. “I dedicate every arpeggio from my guitar/ That letter in school/ That we promised to keep forever,” he goes on. The music video — starring the artist’s son, Pedro Vives — explores counterculture and contrasts between different eras and forms of expression. — SIGAL RATNER-ARIAS
Conexión Divina, 18 (Sony Music Latin)
Conexión Divina deepens their take on sad sierreño with their sophomore album, 18 — a heartfelt mix of original songs and reimagined covers that unfolds as an emotional diary. The all-female Mexican-American trio, led by Liz Trujillo, crafts a sound that feels nostalgic yet fresh, bringing their experiences as young women in Los Angeles into focus. The album’s title reflects a turning point in Trujillo’s life, and the honesty in her storytelling shines throughout. Original tracks like lovelorn “Aunque Sea en Dos” and the brass-fueled “Motivaciones” stand out for their stripped-down intimacy.
Meanwhile, covers such as “Soy Rebelde” (originally sung by Jeanette), “Amar y Querer” (José José), “Te Juro Que Te Amo” (Los Terrícolas) and “Mi Vida Eres Tú” (Los Temerarios) are beautifully reinvented, blending steely guitars with unfiltered emotion while embracing the new wave of regional Mexican music. Each song feels like a confession — and with a clear appreciation for the Latin pop classics — with the singer’s voice carrying the weight of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery. — ISABELA RAYGOZA
Myke Towers, Westcol & Ovy On The Drums, “5 Estrellas” (King Ovy / Big Ligas)
The winning formula comes alive as Myke Towers, Westcol and Ovy on the Drums unite for “5 Estrellas,” a standout release from the WSound project. True to Myke Towers’ signature style, “5 Estrellas” fuses thumping trap beats with infectious reggaeton rhythms, providing the perfect backdrop for his sharp lyrics and melodic deep vocals. Towers effortlessly revives the energetic freestyle spirit that is at the core of his artistry, delivering verses with swagger. Ovy on the Drums layers the track with sophisticated sonic textures, resulting in a song that feels like a return to Myke’s true fashion, with the outro landing like a flawless mic drop, sealing the track with the stamp of the real “Young King.” — INGRID FAJARDO
The Warning & Carín León, “Love to be Loved” (Republic Records)
One of the most promising bands in alternative rock, The Warning, joins regional Mexican superstar Carín León in this exciting and powerful collaboration. The result: a masterful performance by León in one of the musical genres that has influenced him the most — rock — and in which he sounds fantastic. Here, León navigates between the rawness of distorted chords and the potent rhythm of the Monterrey-originating band. Co-written by the group and superstar Teddy Swims, “Love to Be Loved” reaffirms the global status that the Mexican power trio — the Villarreal Vélez sisters (Daniela, Paulina, and Alejandra) — has achieved, while León makes this his first-ever contribution sung entirely in English. The track is accompanied by a video that reflects the chemistry between these two talents from northern Mexico. — NATALIA CANO
Dale Pututi, Nesty & Tito El Bambino, “Los Despechaos” (Rami Records/Plus Media)
On their continued success streak as a duo that’s not really a duo, Dale Pututi and Nesty join forces with Tito El Bambino on their new release “Los Despechaos.” Co-produced by Romn and Alejandro Arce (Pututi’s real name), the track astonishingly blends Música Mexicana with Cuban reparto — powered by a weeping accordion, mariachi guitars and la clave (essential instrumentation in reparto music). On the track that swiftly went viral on social media before its release, the Puerto Rican urban icon and the two celebrated Cuban acts sing about feeling spiteful and healing after a breakup from a man’s point of view. In the heartfelt chorus, they chant: “I haven’t forgotten you, but things are going well for me/ I still miss you, but I’m managing/ and you’ve already gone public with your new partner/ congratulations if you’ve moved on […] Here I am, healing little by little/ because apparently, heartbroken people have better sex.” A music video filmed between Miami and Cuba shows the three artists, joined popular dance group Los Datway, singing the song in a beautiful ranch setting. — JESSICA ROIZ
Valentín Elizalde & Edgardo Nuñez, “Vencedor” (FONO)
Twenty years after his passing, Valentín Elizalde remains relevant thanks to his musical legacy. The regional Mexican icon has been a significant influence on the new generation of regional Mexican singers, including Edgardo Nuñez, who, thanks to technology, combines their voices and fuses their styles in a tribute to the unforgettable Sonoran singer. Originally released in 2006, “Vencedor” — one of Elizalde’s greatest hits — speaks of the strength love provides to overcome adversity. Nuñez, who is not only a singer but also a renowned producer and expert in corridos tumbados, achieves a fresh banda sound with trumpets, clarinets and the essential tuba. — TERE AGUILERA
Eden Muñoz, “Mi Yo de Antes” (Sony Music México)
Mexican singer-songwriter Eden Muñoz sings about self-love in “Mi Yo de Antes,” where he opens his heart to reflect on the past, evoking his childhood, adolescence, and adulthood — with everything it means to reach this stage of life. Deep and powerful, the lyrics deliver a strong message: “I liked my old self better, the version that didn’t overthink/ Even when I got hurt, the next day, I acted like it was nothing/ I liked my old self better, the one who never overdid it/ My current self has more fears than my inner child ever did,” Muñoz sings over norteño music rhythms with the accordion playing a fundamental role and the tuba adding a touch of melancholy. — T.A.
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