Willie Colon: Funeral Details and His Final Farewell

The renowned American trombonist and arranger Willie Colon passed away on February 21, 2026, at New York Presbyterian Hospital in Bronxville, following respiratory complications. The legendary 'bad boy of the Bronx' grew up surrounded by music from birth, decisively influenced by his grandmother Antonia, with whom he was raised. She sang to him, instilled in him a love for music, and pride in his Puerto Rican roots. This cultural legacy took him to stages worldwide, alongside the salsa born in the streets of New York, a genre of which he was one of its great architects. Read: The story behind 'the Bad Boy of the Bronx,' Willie Colon's nickname.

Carlos Vives presents “El último disco” and explains why it won't be the end

The last album will not be the last for Carlos Vives. This new work – which will be released this year – is a declaration of principles and the title speaks...

A Nicaraguan urban artist is included in Billboard's "rough diamonds" list

The specialized magazine highlights the interpreter of "San Juan del Sur" and "Deakachimba" as one of the emerging promises of the Latin music scene.

Cazzu Explodes Over Song Mentioning Christian Nodal: Rauw Alejandro Responds

A new controversy shakes the urban music world following the release of "Rosita," a song performed by Rauw Alejandro and Jhayco, whose lyrics include the phrase "I will marry you like Christian Nodal," a direct reference to the Mexican artist. The verse generated a reaction from Argentine singer Cazzu, Nodal's ex-partner, who published a message expressing her disagreement.

Colombian singer Shakira nominated for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in the USA

Colombian singer Shakira was nominated for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for the first time, becoming the only Latin artist among the 17 candidates for the 2026 edition, alongside figures like Mariah Carey and Iron Maiden.

Morat consolidates its global dominance with 24 sold-out concerts on its world tour

The Colombian band Morat is experiencing one of the most solid moments of its career. With its new international tour 'Ya Es Mañana World Tour,' the group reaffirms its leadership in the live circuit by accumulating 24 completely sold-out concerts in Latin America and Spain, a milestone that few Latin groups have achieved simultaneously on both continents.

Shakira Makes History with Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2026 Nomination

Colombian music makes history again on the international stage. Shakira was officially nominated for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2026, becoming the first Colombian artist to achieve this distinction since the institution's creation.

New Controversy Between Cazzu and Christian Nodal, What Does Rauw Alejandro Have to Do With It?

The relationship between Christian Nodal and Cazzu is once again at the center of digital conversation, this time due to a phrase included in “Rosita”, the new single produced by Tainy along with Rauw Alejandro and JHAYCO. What seemed like a usual reference within the urban genre language ended up reactivating personal tensions, generating fan factions and provoking an extensive statement from the Mexican singer.

Robbie Williams in Bogotá: details of his concert at the Movistar Arena

Robbie Williams (1974), a living legend of British music, will arrive in Colombia for the first time to perform in Bogotá. The artist is one of the most successful singers in the United Kingdom: he has six of the 100 best-selling albums in British history, has sold more than 90 million records worldwide, holds the record for 16 number-one albums in his country, and has won 18 BRIT awards, more than any other artist.

Bobby Sierra celebrates global success with Blessd: #1 in Colombia and Top 5 worldwide

The producer and composer from Cartagena, Roberto Carlos Sierra, known in the industry as Bobby Sierra, adds a new achievement to his career after the debut of the single “E.M.H.D.M”, performed by Blessd, which reached position #1 on YouTube Music Colombia and ranked in the Top 5 globally on the platform.

Cartagena artist Alexa Teherán premieres her song 'La química'

Alexa Teherán, artistic name of Alexandra Teherán Villarreal, is an artist from Cartagena in the vallenato genre. In addition to her musical career, she is a technologist in Shipping and Port Management. At 33 years old, she has managed to consolidate a 17-year artistic career in the music industry.

Willie Colón's son's heartbreaking message: "Dad, I want to call you"

The departure of legendary musician, trombonist, arranger, and American producer Willie Colón has shocked not only the salsa world, but music in general. Family, friends, followers of his career, and artists from different genres have expressed their recognition of the musical greatness of the so-called bad boy from the Bronx and the transcendence of his work in the history of Latin music.