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Legendary Artist Carlos Vives Surprises Colombian Youth with Unforgettable Visit
SANTA MARTA, Colombia, July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SANTA MARTA, Colombia – Iconic Colombian singer and songwriter Carlos Vives made an surprise visit today to a group of young musicians in his hometown of Santa Marta. The youth, who participate in programs operated by the global nonprofit Children International, were in the middle of a rehearsal when the beloved artist walked in singing along to one of his most famous songs, 'La Tierra del Olvido.' The orchestra members – youth between the ages of 8 and 19 – are part of Children International's Colombia Wind Orchestra. Their rehearsal came to a sudden halt as the students erupted in cheers upon seeing and hearing Vives. Vives secretly planned today's visit in coordination with Children International Colombia staff after the nonprofit posted a video in early July, in which members of the youth orchestra shared how much he inspired them, then performed one of his signature songs. The video quickly gained attention on social media, ultimately reaching Vives and his team, who contacted Children International and asked to arrange a meeting. 'When I saw the video of the youth inviting me to sing with them, it was the first encounter I had with the orchestra. It was very exciting,' Vives said. 'And seeing them be part of an orchestra, seeing them empowered, is very important to me, because music is a wonderful tool that helps us express who we are.' Widely celebrated for blending traditional Colombian vallenato with contemporary pop and rock, Vives' career spans more than three decades. He is one of Latin America's most beloved and influential artists, known for honoring his Colombian heritage while pushing the boundaries of modern Latin music – earning him global acclaim and numerous accolades, including multiple GRAMMY® and Latin GRAMMY® Awards. 'His visit is an incredibly meaningful moment for our youth and our staff,' said Hermelinda Guarin Restrepo, Country Director of Children International Colombia. 'It will encourage them to dream bigger and reach higher.' Children International's Santa Marta community center was an ideal location for the global superstar's visit, given that it's not too far from where Vives lived during his childhood. Additionally, the Colombia Wind Orchestra, funded primarily by the Sally and Dick Roberts Coyote Foundation, is a part of Children International's child and youth development programming that is unique to Colombia. 'We are convinced that through music, children and youth develop lifelong skills – teamwork, self-esteem, responsibility, communication, creativity, empathy and respect, among others,' said Guarín Restrepo of Children International Colombia. 'Being part of an orchestra also allows them to build strong friendships in safe, supportive environments.' Once the initial excitement began to settle, orchestra members performed a series of pieces for Vives over the course of an hour. He offered them feedback, shared stories from his own youth as a music lover, and connected with the students in a way they'll never forget. The visit was especially meaningful for Children International staff given Vives' longstanding commitment to youth empowerment through his own nonprofit organization, Fundación Tras La Perla, which promotes sustainable social and cultural development for children and families in Santa Marta and the surrounding region. 'His dedication to his nonprofit, Fundación Tras La Perla – and now to Children International – is a gift to the children and youth of this entire community,' Guarín Restrepo said. 'Today he left a mark that will inspire and empower these young people to break the cycle of generational poverty – and to one day give back themselves.' About Children International Children International is a global nonprofit organization that delivers child and youth development programs to help break the cycle of generational poverty. With operations in 10 countries — including the United States, where it is headquartered, and Colombia — the organization uses a personalized approach to provide access to healthcare, education, mentorship, and life and job skills to help young people thrive through the first two decades of life and prepare for sustainable employment. Children International Colombia serves more than 21,000 children and youth across three major cities: Cartagena, Barranquilla and Santa Marta. In addition to Colombia and the U.S., Children International also works in Ecuador, the Dominican Republic, Honduras, India, Guatemala, Mexico, the Philippines and Zambia. To learn more, visit Media Contact: [email protected] Attachments An Unforgettable Visit Carlos Vives Enters the Room Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. Ahmedabad Plane Crash
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Carlos Vives' ‘La Tierra del Olvido' Turns 30: All Songs Ranked
In 1994, Carlos Vives was at a crossroads. He had become an overnight sensation, following the 1993 release of his album Clásicos de la Provincia, where he recorded cover versions of classic vallenatos. Young, handsome and a musical risk-taker, Vives had managed to make vallenato –the Colombian popular music of the masses, often shunned by the upper classes and trendy media– hip. More from Billboard Watch J Balvin & Gilberto Santa Rosa Bring Salsa Magic to 'Tonight Show' With 'Misterio' Roze Oficial, Max Carra, Valen & Ramky En Los Controles Add Second Week at No. 1 on Billboard Argentina Hot 100 Chart Los Bukis Dedicate Their Hollywood Walk of Fame Star to 'All Immigrants In This Beautiful Country' But Vives, who at that point had also played the role of fabled vallenato composer Rafael Escalona in the TV series Escalona, was getting restless. He'd been tasked with following up the sensational success of Clásicos de la Provincia, but 'I couldn't continue to just record classic vallenatos,' he told me in an interview for my book Decoding Despacito in 2021. 'Or at least, the next release couldn't be another album of classic vallenatos; no more songs by old composers of the time. I was faced with composing.' Vives, along with his band La Provincia, dug deep. He and his band holed up at a farm, where for weeks they worked on a new blueprint for Colombia's distinctive beats, one that married the most traditional of folk rhythms and genres with a con-temporary edge; the Caribbean and the mountains; the tropics and the cold; rock and cumbia; North and South; music for the masses and music for musicians. 'The first thing I had learned about vallenato was that it was the son of cumbia, and it opened up to a much bigger universe that touched all our Colombian culture,' Vives told me. 'It was a broader musical DNA that I called 'La Tierra del Olvido' [The land of the forgotten]. It was for me to find myself with my roots.' La Tierra del Olvido would forever change the course of Colombian music. It introduced vallenato to the world; the genre, to this day, remains broadly fused into all kinds of Latin music. It opened the door for Colombian artists to become global superstars; every Colombian star, from Shakira to Maluma and J Balvin, owes a debt of gratitude to Vives. And the title track spawned an entire new musical movement, tropi-pop, that blend of pop and rock with Colombian tropical beats that would become the signature of artists from Juanes to Fonseca. La Tierra del Olvido debuted and peaked at No. 5 on Billboard's Top Latin Albums chart in 1995. It also gave Vives the first of his two No. 1 on Top Tropical Albums, where it spent seven weeks on top, his longest-reign ever on that chart. Two songs from the album charted: 'Pa' Mayté', which reached No. 7 on Tropical Airplay and No. 12 on Hot Latin Songs; and 'La Tierra del Olvido', which reached No. 8 on Tropical Airplay and No. 5 on Hot Latin Songs. As for Vives, he remains Colombia's most authentic musical ambassador, a man deeply vested in mining and preserving his country's heritage — from vallenato and beyond — by making music that's eminently, joyfully commercial. Thirty years since the release of La Tierra del Olvido, we delve back into its songs and rank them in descending order, arriving at our favorite. — LEILA COBO Editors Note: A remastered, extended version of the album released on Friday (July 25) features a new song — '500' with Lalo Ebratt, Bomba Estéreo, Estereobeat and others — that is not included on this ranking. 11. 'Jam en Jukümey' 'Jam en Jukümey,' the closing track of Carlos Vives' album, is a hypnotic instrumental that pays homage to Colombia's Indigenous roots in just one and a half minutes, its title coming from the Kankuamo Indigenous language (of Colombia's Indigenous peoples). Co-written by Vives and his collaborators, the song feels ritualistic in its essence, with its layered percussion, haunting flutes and evocative pace. With its raw, almost ceremonial energy, the track immerses the listener in the ancestral rhythms of the land. As the album's finale, 'Jam' leaves La Tierra del Olvido echoing with a deep connection to the heart of Colombia — a reflective, almost spiritual conclusion to the journey. — ISABELA RAYGOZA10. 'Agua' A vallenato through and through, with a potent accordion clearly the protagonist here, and Vives' storytelling chops at the core of the song, 'Agua' tells the story of the artist's journey through life, in search of treasures — but ultimately, he comes to the realization that it's life itself that is worth more than gold. 'They say I live on the moon and have almost nothing/ But I have a great fortune, which is a life filled with love,' he sings proudly. — GRISELDA FLORES9. 'Diosa Coronada' Vives pays homage to vallenato icon Leandro Díaz with his version of 'Diosa Coronada.' A traditional vallenato backed by the riveting caja and Guacharaca instrument, the song tells the story of a man who's smitten by the beloved, humble young lady of the town. In addition to Vives, the song has been recorded by Silvio Brito and Colacho Mendoza, Ivan Villazon and Saul Lallemand, and Alfredo Gutiérrez. Its impact also translated into a popular Colombian telenovela of the same name, starring Silvestre Dangond as Díaz. — JESSICA ROIZ8. 'La Puya Puya' This is another classic that has made history. It belongs to the fast-paced and energetic puya sub-genre of vallenato music. Written by his beloved compadre Egidio Cuadrado, this song helped the accordionist win the title of King at the Vallenato Festival in 1985. Besides being a remarkable piece of music, it serves as a true masterclass in the art of playing the accordion. The lyrics are a testament to the great harmony that the song carries within: 'Supposedly because it doesn't sell/ But one must keep in mind/ That you have to know how to play it.' — INGRID FAJARDO7. 'Fidelina' Carlos Vives' take on 'Fidelina' reimagines Alejo Durán's vallenato classic with dynamic energy and rich instrumentation. Durán, known as 'El Negro Grande,' was one of the most legendary vallenato musicians of all time, renowned for his virtuous accordion and vivid storytelling during his lifetime (1919–1989). While honoring Durán's original — written and performed many decades ago — Vives adds depth with layered percussion, a lively flute solo, and a modern twist that amplifies its rhythmic charm. Lyrically playful and flirty ('Beautiful as a wildflower/ Look at that lovely woman'), the track captures Vives' knack for preserving Colombian folklore while revitalizing it for a new generation. — I.R.6. 'La Cachuca Bacana' 'Cacucha Bacana,' a classic by Alejo Durán, the first Vallenato King in 1968, left its mark on several generations with its catchy chorus: 'Jaime sí, Jaime sí, Jaime sí, and Alejo no,' accompanied by the rumble of the snare drum. In Vives' version, from the first verse you can feel the spirit of Caribbean folklore and the echo of the guacharaquero that inspired the song. Like a good coastal guarapo, this vallenato has stood the test of time and continues to resonate strongly in Colombia and beyond. — LUISA CALLE5. 'Rosa' With a build-up that leads to an explosive cacophony of sounds led by powerful congas, Vives soars with this almost chant-like song that is quite literally a poem to a rose, or perhaps a woman named Rosa. 'Of all the flowers, the rose is the most beautiful,' he sings over his signature vallenato accordion that underlines all of his songs. While the lyrics are as sweet as ever, with Vives singing, 'Rose, how pretty you are' in a crescendo, it's the burst of instruments — from a vibrating electric guitar to the nostalgic accordion and the lively gaita — that really take the spotlight here, each one taking a life of its own, but together, immediately creating a sense of jubilation. — G.F.4. 'Zoila' This song unfolds with an energizing mix of rhythmic drums, harmonious Colombian gaita sounds, guitar riffs and rich melodic tones from the accordion. Against this vibrant backdrop, Vives' distinctive voice rises as he passionately delivers poignant verses, culminating in a joyful chorus dedicated to 'Zoila,' the charming woman who has captured his heart. This colorful track envelops you in its sound and takes you on a journey through Colombia's coastal regions. — I.F.3. 'Ella' A soft cumbia and rock fusion — penned by Iván Benavides, who also wrote 'La Tierra del Olvido' — brings to life 'Ella.' Lyrically, it's a poetic exploration of a woman's wonders, depicted through natural metaphors such as air, water and wind. For example: 'She's like the air/ Necessary to breathe/ But she escapes when you hug her' and 'She's like water/ Like water to drink/ And she's also the cause/ Of this strange thirst.' Vives ultimately describes a desired and unattainable love interest through vital elements. — J.R.2. 'Pa' Mayté' One of the two tracks from the album that made it onto the Billboard charts, 'Pa' Mayté' is an explosion of flavor and joy, with its infectious wordplay, champeta fusion, and other rhythms from Colombia's Caribbean coast. 'Y ahí llego yo/ Llego yo y ahí vamo' a ve'/ Y ahí vamo' a ve'/ Vamo' a ve' cómo es goza'/ Cómo es goza'/ Es goza' con el bembé,' Carlos Vives belts out to unleash the party over the sound of gaita, accordion and tambora, traditional instruments of vallenato. Written by Vives, Ivan Benavides and Ernesto Ocampo, 'Pa' Mayté' pays tribute to Mayté Montero, a renowned gaitera and songwriter from Cartagena and part of Vives' band, La Provincia. A staple at parties and karaoke nights, the song — which has gotten generations to 'goza'' (have a good time) over the past three decades — was fundamental in bringing Caribbean sounds to the international stage, and remains one of the most iconic and recognizable tracks in Vives' repertoire. — SIGAL RATNER-ARIAS1. 'La Tierra del Olvido' As the first single from La Tierra del Olvido, the album's eponymous song — arguably the most representative and decisive of Carlos Vives career — truly launched vallenato beyond its borders and opened the doors of the world to the fusion of genres like rock and pop with this and other Colombian rhythms. Written by Vives with Iván Benavides, 'La Tierra del Olvido' is beautiful and sublime, both musically and lyrically, evoking poetic imagery of nature with verses that express the intensity of love and longing. 'You have the key to my heart/ I love you more than my life/ Because without your love, I would die,' Vives repeats in the chorus of this modern vallenato, a milestone in the history not only of Colombian music, but of Latin music in general — and a classic that continues to stand the test of time. — of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart Solve the daily Crossword
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Latin Mafia, Eslabon Armado, & More: Who Had the Best New Latin Music Release This Week?
This week, Billboard's New Music Latin roundup and playlist — curated by Billboard Latin and Billboard Español editors — features fresh new music, including collaborations by Latin Mafia and Omar Apollo; Elena Rose and Justin Quiles; and Mon Laferte and Conociendo Rusia, to name a few. On the groovy 'Hecho Para Ti,' Mexican indie band Latin Mafia and Indiana-native crooner Omar Apollo 'serve up a time-jumping cumbia pulled straight from your tío's VHS collection, while Apollo adds his signature blend of tender heartbreak,' Billboard Español's Isabela Raygoza describes. Co-produced by Tyler Spry, the track is an ode to failed love: 'If you're not going to love me, my love/ I'd prefer you hate me, sweetheart,' say the lyrics. More from Billboard Tame Impala Previews New Era With Latest Single, 'End of Summer' Kneecap Banned From Hungary for Posing 'National Security Threat' Drake Reunites With Central Cee for 'Which One' Single: Stream It Now Meanwhile, Carlos Vives recruited a collective of Colombian artists for his new song '500'—a heartfelt tribute to Santa Marta on its fifth centenary. Joining Vives (who's also celebrating 30 years of his album La Tierra del Olvido) on the historical and cultural song are Bomba Estéreo, Estereobeat, Gloria Torres, L'Omy, Lalo Ebratt, Laura Maré, Olga Lucía Vives, Pao Lacera, Rashid Zawady, and Yera—all from Santa Marta, where Vives was born. Other new releases this week include music from Christian Nodal, Eslabon Armado, and Cuban newcomers Melanie Santiler & Velito El Bufón. In last week's poll, Danna's 'Khe Calor' won with more than 80% of the vote. Which release this week do you think is best? Give these new releases a spin and vote for your favorite new Latin music release below: Editor's Note: The results of the weekly New Music Latin poll will be posted if the poll generates more than 1,000 votes. This poll closes at 7:30 a.m. ET on Monday, July 28. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart Solve the daily Crossword
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Here Are All the Surprise Artists at Shakira's Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour (Updating)
Since launching her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour in Brazil earlier this year, Shakira has surprised attendees by inviting a number of fellow hitmakers to join her onstage. From Grupo Frontera, Carlos Vives and Maluma — all three joined her in Latin America — to Wyclef Jean, Alejandro Sanz, Ozuna and Rauw Alejandro in the U.S. leg of the tour. More from Billboard Karol G Enters a New Era With 'Latina Foreva': Stream It Now Maria Becerra, Paulo Londra & XRoss' 'Ramen Para Dos' Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard Argentina Hot 100 Alejandro Sanz On How He Recovered His Love For Making Music All of the aforementioned have collaborated with her in the past, and for each guest, Shakira has penned heartfelt messages on social media. 'Sharing the stage with a longtime friend will always be a highlight,' she wrote about Wyclef Jean on Instagram, who joined her in New Jersey to perform 'Hips Don't Lie,' which spent two weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2006. With Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran Tour in full swing, Shakira was No. 1 on Billboard's Top Tours chart for March. She also led last February's list with $32.9 million but doubles her earnings on the newest update. According to figures reported to Billboard Boxscore, Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour earned $70.6 million from 11 reported shows. More than any act has grossed in any March since the charts launched in 2019. Shakira's Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour continues with upcoming stops in the U.S., including Chicago, Atlanta, Miami and Las Vegas. She'll then head back to Latin America for more concerts in Mexico and Peru. Here are all the surprise artists who have appeared at Shakira's Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran Tour, so far: The Mexican American tejano band joined Shakira at the top of her tour during a stop at Mexico City's Estadio GNP Seguros. 'Last night you guys made it epic!!! What a thrill when I welcomed Grupo Frontera on stage. I jumped up and down like a little girl! You guys rock,' Shakira wrote on Instagram. During the Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran stop in Medellín, Colombia, Shakira brought out local hero Maluma. Both rocked the stage singing their hit teamup 'Chantaje.' 'Thank you Maluma for singing with me this song that marked a milestone in the history of Latin music with three billion plays!!!! I would sing it with you one and a thousand times more!!!! I love you,' the Colombian star expressed on social media. Vives also joined Shakira during a stop in Medellín where the pair sang 'La Bicicleta.' 'Carlos Vives came to cheer me up even more with La Bicicleta!!!! Carlos you are a living legend!!! I love you my brother,' Shakira captioned a post on Instagram. Shakira launched the U.S. leg of Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran Tour with superstar Alejandro Sanz as surprise guest in Charlotte, N.C. where they sang their classic collab 'La Tortura.' 'Alejandro Sanz how they applauded you last night!!! A thousand years may pass with a thousand more but what happens to us on stage will continue to be unique,' Shakira wrote on Instagram. The Haitian rapper and singer joined Shakira to perform their 2005 smash 'Hips Don't Lie' during one of her shows at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. About their reunion onstage, Shakira wrote, 'Sharing the stage with a longtime friend will always be a highlight! Thanks for coming once again Wyclef Jean.' Ozuna stopped by the MetLife Stadium to sing 'Monotonía.' 'What an unforgettable first night at MetLife!! What a crowd!! ¡And Ozuna , you are incredible! Thanks for making this night even more magical,' the '(Entre Paréntesis),' singer captioned a social media post. Rauw Alejandro, also on tour, joined Shakira to perform their electrifying collab 'Te Felicito.' 'Rauw! What a way to close out two insane nights at MetLife stadium,' Shakira posted. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
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Morat Shines in Viña del Mar Debut, Wins Gold & Silver Gaviotas
Their fans had eagerly awaited since Tuesday (Feb. 25), when the event had to be canceled due to a massive blackout in Chile, and Morat did not disappoint. In their debut at the Viña del Mar International Song Festival, the Colombian pop-rock band got the 'monster' of Quinta Vergara excited with a show full of energy and heart. On a luminous stage, the Bogota quartet comprised of Simón Vargas, Juan Pablo Isaza, Juan Pablo Villamil and Martín Vargas sounded impeccable as they performed hits like 'No Se Va,' 'Salir Con Vida,' 'Por Si No Te Vuelvo A Ver' and 'Amor Con Hielo,' which the audience sang along to from beginning to end, belting out the lyrics with emotion. It wasn't long before they were awarded the Gaviota de Plata (Silver Seagull) award, and in the end, they also took home the Gaviota de Oro (Gold Seagull), the highest honor given by the audience at the event. More from Billboard Sabrina Carpenter Opens 2025 Brit Awards With 'Espresso' & 'Bed Chem,' Accepts Global Success Honor Angie Stone, 'No More Rain (In This Cloud)' Singer & Co-Founder of The Sequence, Dies in Car Crash at 63 David Johansen, New York Dolls Frontman, Dead at 75 'You can't imagine how much we dreamed of being here,' one of the band members expressed just before receiving the Gaviota de Oro. 'Thank you, really. We love you with all our soul.' Morat's setlist also included 'París,' 'Llamada Perdida,' 'Besos En Guerra' and, for the big finale, 'La Policía.' 'How wonderful Viña, how wonderful!' the band exclaimed before ending their debut performance at the Chilean festival. 'You can't imagine the dream we are fulfilling here. Thank you so much for all the support, for all the love.' With hits including 'No Se Va,' 'Besos en Guerra' and 'Cuando Nadie Ve,' Morat debuted in 2016 with the album Solo el Amor y Sus Efectos Secundarios, and received a Latin Grammy nomination for best new artist the same year. Morat's fourth and latest LP, 2022's Si Ayer Fuera Hoy, gave the band their first entry on the Billboard Latin Pop Albums chart, peaking at No. 18. Later on Saturday, Sebastián Yatra returns to Quinta Vergara to close the festival. Yatra, with almost a dozen No. 1s on the Billboard Latin Airplay chart — including 'Robarte un Beso' with Carlos Vives, and 'Tacones Rojos' and 'Un Año' with Reik, to name a few — had previously performed in Viña del Mar in 2019 with a full show, as well as the previous year during Vives' concert, joining him on 'Robarte un Beso' — something he did again on Wednesday during Vives' performance. The 64th edition of the Viña del Mar Festival kicked off Sunday (Feb. 23) with a riveting set by Marc Anthony. Since then, artists like Myriam Hernández, Ha*Ash, Carlos Vives, Carín León, Incubus, Duki, Eladio Carrión and Kid Voodoo have performed at the Quinta Vergara. All nights are livestreamed in the United States online at Billboard and Billboard Español. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
