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Latin Grammy 2026 nominees announced with Edgar Barrera leading
The Latin Recording Academy has announced the nominees for the 27th Annual Latin Grammy Awards, scheduled for November 12, 2026, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Mexican producer and songwriter Edgar Barrera leads the nominations with 10 nods. Other major contenders include Karol G, Rosalía, Jorge Drexler, and the Argentine duo CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso, each receiving seven nominations.
The announcement has sparked debate within the industry. Dominican singer Prince Royce publicly questioned the representation of bachata, noting that despite the genre's name being included in the Best Merengue/Bachata Album category, he observed a lack of actual bachata albums among the nominees.
Numerous international artists have secured nominations across various genres, including Juanes (Colombia), Berta Rojas (Paraguay), and several representatives from Peru, Venezuela, and Mexico. The ceremony will celebrate a wide array of musical styles, from pop and rock to folk and urban music.
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