Marc Anthony to Produce Special Segment for 25th Latin Grammy Awards
Marc Anthony will be executive producing a special 25th anniversary segment for the upcoming Latin Grammy Awards on Nov. 14, Variety can exclusively confirm. The special will not only celebrate the history of the Latin Grammys, but Anthony’s impact on salsa music and the genre’s global reach and evolution.
Marc Anthony’s Celebration of Salsa Genre
“This segment is a celebration of salsa genre, the artists and the songs that have shaped our lives,” said Anthony in a statement. “I am very happy to be able to share this vision with the fans. The journey continues!”
Marc Anthony’s Nominations at the Latin Grammys
Anthony is nominated for two Latin Grammys this year: best salsa album for his 11th studio effort, “Muevense,” and best short-form music video for “Ale Ale.”
Recognition for Marc Anthony’s Musical Contributions
“A new Marc Anthony album is always cause for celebration,” Lin-Manuel Miranda wrote in an essay about “Muevense.” “It speaks to the timelessness and consistency of his voice and his musical collaborators that at any moment you can turn on any radio station and within the same commercial-free music block, hear a song he recorded last year next to a song he recorded 30 years ago,” “He is our Sinatra, and when we hear him, we also hear the echoes of all the unforgettable moments in our own lives.”
Details About the 25th Annual Latin Grammys
The 25th annual Latin Grammys ceremony will take place in Miami on Nov. 14 and be broadcast via Univision, Galavisión, and ViX. The show will be preceded by a one-hour premiere ceremony where most of the award winners will be revealed.
Performers at the Latin Grammys Telecast
Performers for the main telecast include Alejandro Fernández, Ángela Aguilar, Anitta, DJ Khaled, Joe Jonas, Jon Bon Jovi, Juan Luis Guerra, Kali Uchis, Pitbull and many more.
FAQs
Q: When will the Latin Grammy Awards take place?
A: The Latin Grammy Awards will take place on Nov. 14 in Miami.
Q: Who is nominated for two Latin Grammys this year?
A: Marc Anthony is nominated for best salsa album and best short-form music video.
Q: Which artists will be performing at the main telecast of the Latin Grammys?
A: Performers include Alejandro Fernández, Ángela Aguilar, Anitta, DJ Khaled, Joe Jonas, Jon Bon Jovi, Juan Luis Guerra, Kali Uchis, Pitbull, and more.
Credit: variety.com
