LATIN GRAMMY WEEK TAKES OVER MIAMI

During Latin Grammy Week, Miami Dade County officials declared 11/12 Warner Music Latina Day in recognition of the label's ongoing commitment to Miami's music, arts and education communities. Accepting the official proclamation, Warner Music Latin America President Alejandro Duque said, “Miami has become the heart of Latin rhythm and a gateway for our artists to reach audiences worldwide. This day is a tribute not only to the influence of Latin music on global culture but to the dedication of the entire Warner Music Latina team, whose passion and vision have driven our success." Pictured above at the ceremony at Pérez Art Museum Miami are Miami Dade County School Board Superintendent Rafael Villalobos, Vice Chair of the Miami Dade County School Board Monica Colucci, WML Managing Director Roberto Andrade, Duque, Miami Dade County Commissioner Roberto Gonzalez and Miami Arts Studio's Ana V. Milton and Dr. Miguel Balsera.

UMG rang in Latin Grammy week with "La Música es Universal: Miami Edition," a Monday night (11/11) soirée at LIV at Fontainebleau Miami Beach. The event celebrated UMG's Latina powerhouses, among them Best New Artist nominee Ela Taubert and reigning BNA Joaquina, as well as the 25th anniversary of the Latin Grammys. Pictured above before UMLE boss Jesús López launched a pop quiz on flamenco: artists Maura Nava, Paola Guanche and Majo Aguilar, Universal Music Latino President Angel Kaminsky, singer-songwriter Vivir Quintana, Universal Music Latin America and Iberian Peninsula Chairman/CEO López and artists Camila Fernández, Joaquina, RIZA and Samuraï.

UMG COO of Latin America and Iberian Peninsula Elsa Yep delivered opening remarks, informing the assembled that “Universal is a pioneer in embracing and sponsoring women in leadership roles and the home of great and super-talented female artists who represent a diversity of genres, each with a unique ability to influence and shape the culture and future of this industry through the power of their artistry.”

Latin Recording Academy CEO Manuel Abud kicks off Latin Grammy week with 2024's Leading Ladies of Entertainment honorees. Pictured at the luncheon on 11/11 are Criteria Entertainment's Diana Rodriguez, UMPG's Ana Rosa Santiago, eight-time Latin Grammy-winning artist Julieta Venegas and Mexican activist and singer-songwriter Vivir Quintana.