Latin Grammys 2024: Celebrating 25 Years of Latin Music's Global Impact
The 2024 Latin Grammys lit up Miami with unforgettable performances, new award categories, and big wins for stars like Karol G, Bad Bunny, and Trueno. Celebrating 25 years, the event highlighted Latin music's rise as a global force.
Trueno at the Latin Grammys Red Carpet. Photo Credit: Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images
The 2024 Latin Grammy Awards, held on November 14 in Miami, marked the celebration's 25th anniversary, with a star-studded evening honoring Latin music's immense cultural impact. Karol G emerged as one of the night’s biggest winners, taking home Album of the Year for Mañana Será Bonito (Bichota Season). The event also highlighted the growing influence of urban and electronic music, with Bad Bunny winning Best Reggaeton Performance for "Black Dog" and Bizarrap and Shakira clinching Best Latin Electronic Music Performance for their remix of BZRP Music Sessions, Vol. 53.
Miami played a pivotal role in shaping the evening’s atmosphere, bringing its vibrant personality to the show. From the Frost Art Museum hosting the nominees' reception to the ceremony’s rich visual storytelling, the city served as a perfect backdrop to celebrate Latin music's evolution. This year's ceremony introduced two new categories—Best Contemporary Mexican Music Album and Best Latin Electronic Music Performance—acknowledging the innovative ways artists are redefining genres
The evening underscored how Latin music has grown from niche appeal to a global phenomenon, with collaborations between mainstream and Latin artists reflecting its universal resonance. With standout performances and emotional acceptance speeches, the Latin Grammys showcased the power and diversity of Latin artistry.
