The 2015 Billboard Latin Music Awards
The 2015 Billboard Latin Music Awards are back and better than ever! Tune in to see your favorite Latin artists take home top honors.
Introduction
The 2015 Billboard Latin Music Awards is an awards show that recognizes the most popular albums, songs, and performers in Latin music. The 2015 award show will be broadcast live onApril 30, 2015 on the telemundo network.
Winners
-Hot Latin Song of the Year: “Bailando” by Enrique Iglesias featuring Descemer Bueno and Gente de Zona
-Latin Rhythm Song of the Year: “6 A.M.” by J Balvin featuring Farruko
-Latin Rhythm Airplay Song of the Year: “6 A.M.” by J Balvin featuring Farruko
-Latin Airplay Song of the Year: “Bailando” by Enrique Iglesias featuring Descemer Bueno and Gente de Zona
-Latin Pop Airplay Song of the Year: “Amor” by Ricky Martin
-Latin Digital Song of the Year: “Bailando” by Enrique Iglesias featuring Descemer Bueno and Gente de Zona
-Hot Latin Songs Artist of the Year, Male: Enrique Iglesias
-Hot Latin Songs Artist of the Year, Female: Shakira
-Hot Latin Songs Artist of the Year, Duo or Group: Banda Sinaloense MS de Sergio Lizárraga
-Hot Latin Songs Label of the Year: Universal Music Latino / Machete Music
-Latin Rhythm Albums Artist of the Year, Solo Artist: J Balvin
-Latin Rhythm AlbumsArtist of the Year, Duo or Group: Calle 13
Performances
The show began with a performance by Ricky Martin, who sang “Disparo al Corazón”. Prince Royce and Gerardo Ortiz followed with a medley of “El Clavo” and “Te Robaré”. Wisin & Carlos Vives performed their hit single “Nota de Amor”, which was followed by a performance by Farruko, Reykon, and Daddy Yankee of their song “Si Tú No Estás”.
Jennifer Lopez took the stage next, performing her new single “Ain’t Your Mama”. Gente de Zona and Marc Anthony later performed their song “La Gozadera”, which was followed by a performance by Romeo Santos of his song “Odio”.
Enrique Iglesias then took the stage to perform his songs “Bailando” and “Duele El Corazón”. Banda Sinaloense MS de Sergio Lizárraga closed out the night with a medley of their songs “Elcolor de Tus Ojos” and “Me Va A Pesar”.
Red Carpet
This year’s Billboard Latin Music Awards were held in Miami on April 30, 2015, and featured some of the biggest names in Latin music. The red carpet was full of color, style, and celebrity glamour. Check out some of the best looks from the night.
Quotes
“It’s been an incredible year for Latin music, and I’m thrilled to be able to celebrate the very best of it at the 2015 Billboard Latin Music Awards,” said Mark Mastrov, chairman of dick clark productions. “The Latin music community is stronger than ever and growing every day, and we’re honored to be able to reflect that in this year’s show.”
“We are extremely proud to present the 2015 Billboard Latin Music Awards,” said Wade Jeskey, president of dick clark productions. “This show is a true celebration of the vibrant and ever-growing Latin music community, and we can’t wait to see what surprises this year’s nominees have in store for us.”
Conclusion
Now in its 25th year, the Billboard Latin Music Awards is the longest-running awards show in the history of Latin music. The show celebrates the biggest and brightest stars in the Latin music world, and this year’s event was no exception. From performances by some of the biggest names in the industry to emotional tributes and acceptance speeches, the 2015 Billboard Latin Music Awards was a night to remember.
