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2021/09/28 at 5:29pm

Latin Grammys 2021: The Complete Nomination List

09.28.2021 | By |

The Latin Grammys nominations are out with Colombian pop singer Camilo coming out on top with 10 nominations. Bachata icon Juan Luis Guerra came in with 6 nominations, and Bad Bunny with 4. This award ceremony will be an interesting one to watch as it comes on the heels of 2020 which saw the music industry almost collapse. Artists on our podcast confessed how the experience made them appreciate playing live in front of a crowd more than ever. People had more time to listen to all types of music. Did listener’s tastes change during 2020? Is ballad pop making a comeback? Much to look forward to on the award show. In the meantime, read the complete nomination list below. Read More

Jack Rico

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2018/03/25 at 10:29am

US Latino Pop Stars Singing In Spanish: A Business Move or A Cultural Rediscovery?

03.25.2018 | By |

You’ve heard them – Miguel, Demi Lovato, Becky G, Jennifer Lopez – all US Latino pop stars who randomly decided to sing in Spanish. Why? What were the reasons behind it? Is it a money-grabbing business move or is it a genuine rediscovery of their cultural roots? Music journalist Isabela Raygoza and I explore whether Latino music listeners buy into their strategy to reach them in their language or if it stinks of commerce. In this podcast episode, we discuss if US Latino pop stars singing in Spanish are being disingenuous about their love of their roots or if they are for real.

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Jack Rico

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2016/08/29 at 1:01pm

TODAY Show: MTV’s VMAs, JLo & Marc Anthony

08.29.2016 | By |

I had the pleasure of joining Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb on the TODAY show to dive into some of the most talked-about Hollywood headlines from the weekend. We spoke about Jennifer Lopez’s stunning surprise performance with her ex Marc Anthony, as well as the buzz around Rihanna and Drake’s romantic moment at the MTV Video Music Awards. Read More

Jack Rico

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2016/08/26 at 10:06am

Podcast: The State of Latin Music, Fede Alvarez on Horror Movies, Jim Shearer on the MTV VMA’s

08.26.2016 | By |

I’m 3 weeks into doing the Highly Relevant podcast and it’s been a wondrous experience. I LOVE pop culture, but I detest the idea of having it be limited by a single language or culture. I want to talk about both sides of who I am – American and Latino. By tapping both sides, I get to discuss subjects that only enrich the conversations I’m having. There’s a global, international vibe to the dialogues I conduct and this third episode is a nice example of it. Read More

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