Edgar Barrera dominates 2026 Latin Grammy nominations

The Mexican producer scored 10 nods, while the album of the year category showcases artists from seven countries.

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Edgar Barrera dominates 2026 Latin Grammy nominations

The Mexican producer scored 10 nods, while the album of the year category showcases artists from seven countries.

In brief

The Mexican producer scored 10 nods, while the album of the year category showcases artists from seven countries. Edgar Barrera leads with 10 nominations, bringing his career total to 72 nominations and 29 wins. Originally reported by Billboard.

Edgar Barrera leads the pack

The Mexican songwriter and producer received 10 nominations, mostly for his work on projects by Karol G and Carín León.

A decorated career continues

Barrera's 10 new nominations add to 72 throughout his career. He has won 29 Latin Grammys so far.

Four artists tie for second

Four artists tie for second

CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso, Jorge Drexler, Karol G and Rosalía each received seven nominations.

A 19-year-old surprises

Argentine singer and rapper Milo J earned five nominations, including in the three main categories, with a folk album.

A legend at 95

Cuban singer Omara Portuondo earns a new nomination at 95 years old, in the category of best traditional tropical album.

Genre boundaries blur

Urban singer Karol G competes in a Mexican music category, while flamenco star Niña Pastori appears in tropical music.

“I love seeing this flexibility and incredible mobility of our artists”

Rosalía's eclectic reach

Her album LUX appears in fields including pop, alternative and Portuguese language, besides album of the year.

Album category shows diversity

The 10 nominees represent seven countries: Mexico, Argentina, Spain, Colombia, Brazil, Chile and Uruguay. It's half men, half women.

“There's such a great diversity, not just in genre”

More multiple nominees

Arath Herce received four nominations. BRUSES, Feid, Héctor Mazzarri, Jennifer Mosello and Eden Muñoz each got three.

Best new artist field

Eleven artists compete for the coveted award, including Delilah, Loulu Gilberto, Arath Herce and Zeca Veloso.

When and where to watch

The 27th annual Latin Grammy Awards will air live from Las Vegas on Thursday, November 12, at 8 p.m. ET/PT.

The essence

Edgar Barrera leads with 10 nominations, bringing his career total to 72 nominations and 29 wins.

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