The eighth edition of the Reggaeton Beach Festival (RBF) was canceled on Thursday (June 18) by the event’s organizers, who attributed the decision to economic and operational difficulties. The measure affects the seven events planned for this summer in Spain, including the one in Barcelona scheduled for June 27-28, which was set to be the first one to take place in 2026.

The lineup included performances from artists such as Myke Towers, Omar Courtz and Anuel AA. In an official statement published on social media, the organizers explained that the decision came after analyzing the global situation of the project and concluding that the company’s operational and financial structure no longer allows them to carry out an event of this magnitude with the necessary guarantees.

Billboard Español reached out to the organizers for more details but had not received a response at the time of this publication. For now, no information has been provided about the procedure attendees should follow to recover the cost of tickets and passes already purchased.

The statement also noted that the new management had identified “economic, financial and operational circumstances that significantly affect the viability of the project.” As a result, they stated that the managing company “is not in a position to continue with the 2026 tour or to maintain the operational activity required for the development of the scheduled events.”

“We are fully aware of the disappointment, concern and inconvenience that this announcement causes to everyone who has placed their trust in RBF for this edition,” they added. “We know that behind every festival there are tickets, trips, excitement, plans and expectations. For this reason, we deeply regret that the 2026 tour cannot take place.”

The message concludes by thanking everyone who was part of the festival over the years.

The arrival of Rosalía‘s Lux Tour in New York has generated excitement not only for the acclaimed show — a fully mesmerizing performance from start to finish — but also for its small surprises. On Wednesday (June 17), during her second of two nights at the Madison Square Garden, the Spanish superstar invited her “queridisísimo” (dearest) Marcello Hernandez on stage for the segment before “La Perla”: a confessional where notable figures are encouraged to speak candidly.

“Marcello, you know we’re here — you can speak in Spanish, in English, however you like. But it’s very important to tell the truth here,” Rosalía told the Cuban-Dominican American comedian, better known for his work on Saturday Night Live. “So, is there something you’d like to confess?”

“Bueno, I have a story I’ve never said before. Something that happened to me 10 years ago,” Hernandez began in a mix of English and Spanish, piquing the interest of the singer and the audience.

“I was 18, 19. I was just starting my career, and it was Valentine’s Day,” he continued. “I invited a lady over for dinner at my apartment.”

“Did you cook?” Rosalía asked in her role as the priestess.

“I cooked. I was using a YouTube tutorial. I set the table: fork, knife, spoon — formal. I bought two bottles of wine with my fake ID. I committed a crime for this lady! One wine for the meal, another wine to drink. I made the effort,” Hernandez recounted with his characteristic comedic timing.

But things didn’t go as he expected. “She told me she was on the way,” he went on. “Then, she told me she was a little bit late. And then, she told me she was really late… And then I drank a bottle of wine on FaceTime with my mom,” he concluded, making the audience burst into laughter.

The skit served as an introduction to the song “La Perla,” a phrase that is used sarcastically to describe someone with bad behavior or who causes trouble. While his story in the confessional illustrated an old “pearl” in his life, Hernandez made sure to end on a positive note, adding that his current partner “is a diamond.”

The comedian’s appearance in Rosalía’s confessional followed that of American singer-songwriter Maggie Rogers, who on Tuesday night (June 16) shared that she once dated a man she later found out was her friend’s friend’s boyfriend. Read the full review of that show here.

Rosalía’s Lux Tour, in support of her highly praised 2025 album of the same name, continues on Saturday (June 20) in Chicago, followed by stops in Houston, Las Vegas and other U.S. cities. After postponing the first dates of the North American leg of the tour due to a family emergency, her Florida shows will now take place on Sept. 9 at the KIA Center in Orlando and on Sept. 14 and 16 at the Kaseya Center in Miami.

A household name as one of the Backstreet Boys, Howie Dorough (artistically known as Howie D) now presents his new, solo single “Coqui” — marking his official Spanish-language debut, premiering exclusively on Billboard on Wednesday (June 17).

The nearly three-minute track, penned by Dominican songwriter Darlin, is a sensual Afrobeats jam powered by Howie’s sugary vocals, the subtle sounds of the coqui (a small tree frog native to Puerto Rico) and crashing ocean waves. 

“Making this record, I wanted to identify with things that were true to me, about the culture, the people, and my heritage,” Howie — who was born in Orlando, Fla. to a Puerto Rican mom and Georgia-based dad — tells Billboard. “This is where my mother is from, and where I have the most connection with growing up. With this song, I’m properly connecting with my roots, and I’ve never fully dived in until now.” 

Known as one of the Latin singers of BSB, Howie previously sang in Spanish with the beloved boy band in “Nunca Te Haré Llorar” (“I’ll Never Break Your Heart”) and “Donde Quieras Yo Iré” (“Anywhere for You”); however, he shares that growing up in South Florida in the ‘70s and ‘80s, he wasn’t surrounded by many Latinos, which made it a challenge for him to fully grasp the language. 

“I wanted to sound authentic, and the music felt real to me, it felt very natural,” he says of the song’s creative process. “It was almost like re-training my tongue to understand, it felt like a child learning a language for the first time. I was very humble, I was corrected a hundred times. I didn’t want to accept mediocracy. There were times that were easier, there were other times that I was frustrated, but I got through with Darlin’s coaching and my Duolingo app.”

“Coqui” is Howie’s third attempt at releasing a Spanish-language project, and though he’s aware of his huge, devoted Latin following, he admits that his own insecurities always got in the way. 

“Making music in Spanish has been a passion of mine, but also a struggle,” he expresses. “I was a little scared of not being accepted by my own people, because I didn’t speak the language perfectly. I wasn’t so much worried about my fans, but of the industry tearing me apart.” 

Over the years, he’s grown more comfortable with his Latin identity, and has fearlessly honed his Spanish-speaking skills — with ”Coqui” serving as a reflection of that.   

“Latin music is so big right now, and people are willing to hear music that’s not in their own language,” he notes. “I don’t have major expectations… this is a passion for me, it’s more of a journey. It’s a story that hopefully people will get to know, of a kid who once wanted to embrace his culture, his roots, and because of society and insecurities over the years, I’ve held myself back, but now is the time.”

Below, watch the exclusive video premiere of “Coqui”:

Father’s Day — traditionally held the third Sunday in June — is right around the corner, and to celebrate, Billboard has curated a poll asking our readers to vote for their favorite dad in the Latin music realm.

Among 13 celebrity dads in the poll is Maluma, who recently announced he and girlfriend Susana Gómez are expecting their second child. The Colombian artist revealed the gender in a recent exclusive interview with Billboard, stating: “It’s a boy! We’re still thinking about the name, but we have many options […] With this baby — and especially knowing that it’s a boy — I am filled with a happiness and joy that is very different from my first pregnancy.”

Maluma became a first-time dad in 2024 with the birth of his baby girl, Paris.

Another artist who’s recently going viral on social media for publicly sharing his journey as a first-time dad is Jay Wheeler, who has a daughter named Aiunii with Venezuelan singer-songwriter Zhamira.

The Puerto Rican star has not only released music inspired by his new stage as a family man, but has opened up his personal life with his fans, showcasing his day-to-day adventures with his adorable and spontaneous baby girl.

Other music stars who have not shied away from flaunting fatherhood in their music, on social media, and while on tour include J Balvin, Guaynaa, and Mike Bahía, to name a few. The former of the three even has a new alter ego called “Shein Balvin” thanks to his witty son, Río.

In light of the sweet holiday on June 21, vote for your favorite Latin music dad below:

Peso Pluma wasn’t going to let Mexico’s win in its first match of the 2026 World Cup 2026 go uncelebrated.

On Thursday (June 11) La Doble P joined soccer fans at the Adidas 2026 World Cup Opening Watch Party at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, where he headlined the massive show. Before taking the stage to perform, the Jalisco native sat down with Billboard to discuss Mexico’s 3-0 victory against South Africa earlier that day, his enthusiasm for the team and his most recent success on the charts.

The artist described himself as euphoric and expressed pride in wearing the jersey while watching the match: “Mexicans are the most bada–, man,” said Pluma. When asked what he wished for the team as it prepares to face South Korea in its next match on June 18, he replied, “May God bless them and may they give it their all, so that this time we’re in that [final] game. And we’re going to be supporting from [the] outside, as it should be.”

The Grammy winner also admitted that he has high hopes for his country’s team during this World Cup. “Well, [I’m] really happy because we debuted on the right foot. Mexico’s going to win. Mexico has to win. Attract it — the law of attraction — Mexico’s going to win,” he said.

The artist also weighed in on the current success of his song “Daño,” from his 2026 album, Dinastía, which peaked at No. 5 on Billboard’s Hot Latin Songs and is currently sitting at No. 9.

“We are very happy, because it’s a song we all really like from the album,” Pluma said. “It’s a song from Dinastía that stood out. The fans in Mexico really liked it and also here in the United States. And it’s a song that throughout the whole tour, [fans] cried and sang and yelled the lyrics to, and that fills our soul.”

Watch Peso Pluma’s interview with Billboard here:

Maná will light up stadiums across Latin America later this year as they return to the region during their Vivir Sin Aire Tour.

The announcement came on Thursday (June 11), just hours before their historic performance at the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Mexico City’s Estadio Azteca, which organizers said was watched by billions of viewers worldwide.

According to a statement released by their label Warner Music and a promotional video, Maná — one of the most influential and successful Mexican bands in the history of Latin rock — will celebrate their 40th anniversary with this new series of performances. The tour will kick off on Nov. 28 at the Vive Claro in Bogotá, Colombia, and conclude Dec. 17 at the Estadio GNP Seguros in Mexico City. The band will also visit cities in Peru, Chile and Argentina.

The group, composed of lead singer Fher Olvera, drummer Álex González, guitarist Sergio Vallín and bassist Juan Calleros, is set to cap a highly successful year that included an extensive U.S. tour and their performance at the World Cup’s opening ceremony. The event also featured Shakira, Burna Boy, J Balvin, Lila Downs, Los Ángeles Azules, Belinda, Tyla, Alejandro Fernández and Danny Ocean. During the ceremony, Maná performed their classic hit “Oye Mi Amor,” which had 87,000 fans singing along while at the iconic stadium.

“I believe that some of the most beautiful things in the world are art and sports because they have the power to bring people together,” Olvera said in an interview with Billboard Español prior to the ceremony. “Soccer brings entire countries together around a shared emotion, and music does something similar. That’s why it’s so special for us to be part of the World Cup’s opening ceremony. Imagine what it means to kick off an event that will be watched by billions of people across the planet and to do it in Mexico, no less. It feels monumental.”

Included in their album ¿Dónde Jugarán Los Niños?, “Oye Mi Amor” also recently appeared on Dua Lipa’s new album Live From Mexico City, recorded last December during the final show of her global Radical Optimism tour in Mexico City, where she invited Olvera to perform the song with her.

Maná has achieved numerous milestones in the music industry, including being the first Latin band nominated for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2025. This year, the quartet was highlighted by Billboard in the top 10 of our staff list of the 50 Greatest Rock Bands in Spanish of All Time.

Below are the dates and venues announced for the Latin American leg of Maná’s Vivir Sin Aire Tour: