J Balvin, Ricky Martin, Mon Laferte lead new Latin music releases

A wave of new music from established Latin pop and urban artists has hit the airwaves this week, featuring a mix of reimagined classics and fresh tracks. Colombian reggaeton star J Balvin, Puerto Rican icon Ricky Martin, Cuban duo Gente de Zona, and Chilean singer Mon Laferte are among the prominent names releasing new material.

J Balvin joins Ovy On The Drums and Westcol for 'GODZILA,' a Latin-infused reinterpretation of the 1993 hit 'I Like to Move It.' This release is part of the W Sound franchise's ninth installment. Meanwhile, Ricky Martin collaborates with Brazilian artist Luan Santana on 'Estranho,' a Portuguese-language re-recording of his 1990s hit 'Te extraño, te olvido, te amo.' The new version aims to honor the song's timeless message while adding a nostalgic Brazilian flair.

Cuban duo Gente de Zona teams up with Spanish artist Juan Magán for 'Isla viva,' the title track and introduction to their upcoming 2027 album. The song promises a musical journey celebrating island life and pure happiness. Chilean singer-songwriter Mon Laferte, who has built her career from Mexico, unveils her tenth studio album, 'Femme Fatale Vol. 2.' This 20-track collection is the second part of a project exploring archetypes like the mysterious woman and the diva.

Adding a unique entry to the music scene, former Brazilian footballer Ronaldinho Gaúcho has launched 'Camisa 10,' the debut album from his international record label. The project boasts over twenty musical stars from various countries, blending African and Caribbean rhythms with urban pop and reggaeton. Ronaldinho himself lends his voice to three tracks on the album, collaborating with artists like Luis R. Conriquez, Pitbull, and Tony Aguirre.