MIAMI – September 17, 2025 – The Latin music world is buzzing after The Latin Recording Academy announced the nominees for the 26th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards today. Global superstar Bad Bunny emerged as the undeniable frontrunner, securing a staggering 12 nominations for his work.
The nominations were unveiled during a live stream on X, featuring pre-recorded introductions from artists Kany García, Trueno, and Chiquis. The event highlighted nominees across 58 categories, celebrating the incredible diversity of Latin music. The main awards ceremony is scheduled for November 13, 2025, in Las Vegas.
Bad Bunny’s nominations are a testament to his monumental year, including key categories such as Record of the Year for “Baile Inolvidable” and “DTMF,” and Album of the Year for “Debí Tirar Más Fotos.”
Hot on his heels are songwriter and producer Edgar Barrera and the Argentine duo Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso, each earning an impressive 10 nominations. Other notable music giants recognized include Karol G, Natalia Lafourcade, and Rauw Alejandro.
The Best New Artist category showcases a wave of fresh talent, with artists like Alex Luna, Annasofia, Paloma Morphy, and Yerai Cortés all vying for the prestigious award.
The general field categories present a rich tapestry of sounds:
· Album of the Year: A diverse lineup includes albums from Bad Bunny, Natalia Lafourcade (“Cancionera”), Gloria Estefan (“Raíces”), and Rauw Alejandro (“Cosa Nuestra”).
· Song of the Year: Features Karol G’s “Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido,” Bad Bunny’s “Baile Inolvidable,” and Mon Laferte’s “Otra Noche de Llorar.”
The nominations also highlight the breadth of Latin genres, with categories honoring everything from pop and urban to salsa and regional Mexican music.
The announcement immediately ignited social media, with fans celebrating Bad Bunny’s dominance and the recognition of regional Mexican artists like Carín León, whose album “Palabra de To’s (Seca)” also earned an Album of the Year nod.
With voting open through October, anticipation is building for the live ceremony in November. The full list of nominees is available at LatinGRAMMY.com.
