Latin Music Charts for 2010
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Looking for the top Latin music charts for 2010? Check out our blog post for the latest chart information and stay up-to-date on the latest Latin music hits!
Introduction
The Billboard Latin Music Awards is an annual awards show that recognizes the most popular albums, artists and songs in Latin music, as determined by Billboard magazine. The awards ceremony features musical performances by some of the biggest names in the Latin music industry.
The 2010 Latin Music Awards were held on April 29, 2010 at the BankUnited Center in Miami, Florida. The award show was broadcast live on Telemundo.
This year’s award show was hosted by actor Enrique Iglesias and television personality Evelyn Sánchez.
2010 in Review
It was a big year for Latin music in 2010! We saw a lot of new faces on the Latin music charts, as well as some familiar faces. Let’s take a look at some of the biggest hits of the year.
Top Albums of 2010
It was a great year for Latin music, with many new artists making their mark on the scene. Here are the top albums of 2010, according to the Latin Music Chart:
1. “Mi Plan” by Nelly Furtado
2. “Era Extraña” by Calle 13
3. “fluorescent black” by Ozomatli
4. “MTV Unplugged: Los Tigres del Norte and Friends” by Los Tigres del Norte
5. “Zapatito Roto” by Ximena Sariñana
6. “Encore” by Ricky Martin
7. “Hand Clapping Song” by Theophilus London
8. “Drama y Luz” by Maná
9. “Electricidad” by Lisandro Aristimuño
10. “Aura” by Devendra Banhart
Top Songs of 2010
1. “California Gurls” – Katy Perry ft. Snoop Dogg
2. “Despacito” – Luis Fonsi ft. Daddy Yankee
3. “Havana” – Camila Cabello ft. Young Thug
4. “Bailando” – Enrique Iglesias ft. Descemer Bueno & Gente de Zona
5. “Mi Gente” – J Balvin ft. Willy William
6. “Te Amo” – Rihanna
7. “No Me Ames” – Jennifer Lopez
8. “El Perdón” – Nicky Jam & Enrique Iglesias
9. “La Bicicleta” – Carlos Vives ft. Shakira
10. “Chantaje” – Shakira ft. Maluma
New Artists to Watch in 2011
2010 was a big year in Latin music, with a lot of new artists breaking into the scene. 2011 looks like it’s going to be even bigger, with a lot of new talent emerging. Here are some new artists to watch out for in 2011.
Up-and-coming artists
When it comes to fresh new talent, these artists are putting Latin music on the map and earning their place among the genre’s veteran superstars.
From reggaeton and urban to pop and rock, these are the artists that are sure to be making waves in 2011 and beyond. So, if you’re looking for something new to add to your playlist, be sure to check out these up-and-coming Latino musicians.
-Nicky Jam
-Maluma
-Sebastián Yatra
-Miss Bolivia
-Piso 21
Artists to watch in 2011
With 2010 coming to a close, it’s time to start looking ahead to next year and the new artists that are sure to make waves in the Latin music world. Here are 10 artists to keep an eye on in 2011:
1. J Balvin: This Colombian reggaeton singer is one of the most buzzed-about new artists of the moment, thanks to his fresh take on the genre and his killer songs “Yo Te Lo Dije” and “En Lo Oscuro.”
2. Maluma: Another Colombian artist making waves is 20-year-old Maluma, who combines urban genres like reggaeton with traditional Latin rhythms like cumbia and salsa. His debut album Invasion is due out in early 2011.
3. Soledad: This Argentine singer-songwriter has been making music for over a decade, but she’s poised to break through to a wider audience with her new album La Edad Del Cielo, which features guest appearances from Latin music heavyweights like Fito Paez and Gustavo Cerati.
4. Bomba Estereo: This Colombian band draws on a wide range of musical influences, from electronic music to traditional Caribbean sounds. Their latest album blow up was one of the surprise hits of 2010, and they’re sure to build on that momentum in the year ahead.
5. Carla Morrison: This Mexican singer-songwriter burst onto the scene this year with her debut album Déjenme Llorar, which won widespread critical acclaim for its mix of pop, rock, and traditional Mexican sounds. She’s already been tapped as one of 2011’s Artists to Watch by Billboard magazine.
6. Julieta Venegas: One of Mexico’s most popular singers, Julieta Venegas is back with a new album after a four-year hiatus. The as-yet-untitled record is due out in early 2011 and is sure to reignite her fan base both at home and abroad.
7. Calle 13: This Puerto Rican rap duo has won multiple Grammy Awards and is one of the most successful Latin acts of the past decade. They’re back with a new album in 2011, which promises to be one of the most highly anticipated Latin releases of the year.
8. Jesse & Joy: This Mexican brother-sister duo has been making music together for over a decade, but they exploded onto the mainstream consciousness this year with their hit single “Espacio Sideral.” Their sophomore album ¿Con Quién Se Queda El Perro? was one of 2010’s bestselling Latin albums, and they’re sure to build on that success in 2011.
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Conclusion
In 2010, Shakira was the most successful artist on the Latin music charts, followed by Mexican pop group Rbd and Colombian singer-songwriter Juanes. Shakira scored a total of eight top-ten hits on the Hot Latin Songs chart, three of which reached number one. “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)”, her official song for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, topped the charts in several countries and was a top-ten hit in many others. Rbd had six top-ten hits on the Hot Latin Songs chart, including two number-ones, while Juanes had five. Other artists with multiple top-ten hits included Daddy Yankee, Pitbull, Ricky Martin and Enrique Iglesias.
