This week, Billboard’s New Music Latin poll — curated with key recommendations by Billboard Latin and Billboard Español editors — features a number of new albums including Carlos Vives’ El Último Disco, Vol.1, Chiquis’ Janney and Leslie Grace’s Amor, Quién Eres?.

On his second studio album, a 16-track, innovative pop set dubbed Vulnerable, Más de lo Normal, Marcelo Rubio pours his heart out.

“On a personal level, this album allowed me to be more honest with myself; unlike with my first album, this time around I took a little more time to truly enjoy the process — every step of it, and every word that emerged,” the Venezuelan newcomer and former On the Radar Latin artist tells Billboard. “I was also a bit more open to addressing other themes — topics that perhaps used to intimidate me a little — though, naturally, they were couched in the language of love. I began working on this record when I was at a very low point in my life in terms of mental stability, and I believe it proved immensely beneficial to my personal growth, helping me become the person I aspire to be in the near future.”

Artists such as Cazzu, Carín León, Eladio Carrion and Sech also released new music this week.

The most recent New Music Latin poll was topped by Andreína Bravo’s “Primera Cita” with more than 85% of the vote.

Which release this week do you think is best? Give these new releases a spin and vote for your favorite new Latin music release below.

Editor’s Note: The results of the weekly New Music Latin poll will be posted if the poll generates more than 1,000 votes. This poll closes at 11 a.m. ET on Monday, May 4.

All eyes were on The Beaches when the Toronto act took home the Global Force Award presented by FACTOR at Billboard Women in Music 2026. During the star-studded ceremony, which took place on Wednesday, April 29, in Los Angeles, the group became the first act to receive the accolade. 

“All of the women in this room, we’re so honored to be in your presence. To be representing Canada on a global stage like this is not only an honor, but a dream come true to four Canadian girls,” Jordan Miller said at the podium, alongside bandmates, Kylie Miller, Leandra Earl, and Eliza Enman-McDaniel.  
“We’re lucky to have organizations like FACTOR and Billboard to help us along the way, so thank you so much. Finally, to all the women who have helped us get here in our 13-year career, rock music is a particularly male dominated genre,” she continued. “I don’t know if you guys know that, and we’ll never forget all of your help and guidance. I think women are easily overlooked and seen as underdogs, but the reality is that we make some of the coolest art ever and are at the forefront of defining culture at this moment in time.” 

Earlier in the evening, the group took to the red carpet and spoke with Billboard about winning the Global Force Award presented by FACTOR. “We’re so honored and humbled to be here,” Miller told Billboard’s Lyndsey Havens and special co-host Drew Afualo. “This is our first, sort of, American award show, so this really feels really incredibly humbling and, especially, to be here with so many incredibly talented women, it’s a dream come true.” 

The victory comes just a few weeks after the band’s high-energy set at Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival. It’s just one of the many benchmarks for the foursome in recent years after scoring multiple placements on the Billboard Canadian Albums chart, the Modern Rock and Mainstream Rock charts and the U.S. Airplay charts. They’ve also toured vigorously, building their audiences across North America, Europe and Australia. 

“The Beaches represent exactly the kind of Canadian talent that resonates far beyond our borders,” says Mo Ghoneim, President of Billboard Canada and Billboard UK. “At Billboard Canada, our role is not only to spotlight artists at home, but to help create meaningful pathways onto the global stage. Celebrating them at Billboard Women in Music in the U.S. reflects both their undeniable impact and the growing influence of Canadian artists worldwide.” 

Hosted by Keke Palmer, Billboard Women in Music 2026 also celebrated fellow Canadian Tate McRae, who received the Hitmaker Award, as well as Teyana Taylor (Visionary Award), Ella Langley (Powerhouse Award), Kehlani (Impact Award), Laufey (Innovator Award), Mariah the Scientist (Rising Star Award presented by Honda Stage), Zara Larsson (Breakthrough Award), Thalia (Icon Award) and more. 

Click here for more highlights on Billboard Women in Music 2026! 

Powerhouse acts, both in front of and behind the scenes, showed up to Billboard Women in Music 2026 for a night of celebration. 
 
On Wednesday, April 29, women from all sectors of the industry took to the red carpet at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles for a night to remember, hosted by the infectious Keke Palmer. To mark the occasion and in honor of its long history of supporting musical artistry, Hennessy set up shop on the red carpet and inside the venue with dedicated bars, offering attendees a selection of two craft cocktails to rejoice: Hennessy Espresso Martinis and Henny-Ritas™. As guests made their way through, they paused to grab a drink and became part of something bigger: a celebration of music, culture, and community. 
 
Similar to Hennessy’s longstanding connection to music and artists, Billboard’s tribute to women across the industry resonated throughout the evening. Honorees included Tate McRae (Hitmaker Award), Teyana Taylor (Visionary Award), Ella Langley (Powerhouse Award), Kehlani (Impact Award), Laufey (Innovator Award), Zara Larsson (Breakthrough Award), and Thalia (Icon Award), The Beaches (Global Force Award presented by FACTOR), Zara Larsson (Breakthrough Award), Thalia (Icon Award) and more. 
 
If you missed the red-carpet action, we’ve got you covered with standout shots from the night. Click here for more on the 2026 Billboard Women in Music, including show highlights, exclusive interviews, and more! 

The pop (and country!) girls are out in full force for this New Music Friday (May 1).

Kacey Musgraves leads the way with her new Middle of Nowhere album, which features her latest Billboard Hot 100 song “Dry Spell” (No. 55), as well as stellar collaborations with Miranda Lambert, Willie Nelson, Billy Strings and more. Zara Larsson also shared her Midnight Sun: Girls Trip remix album, recruiting some of the buzziest names across dance, pop and R&B, including Shakira, Kehlani, Robyn and PinkPantheress.

The Lady Gaga-led Devil Wears Prada 2 soundtrack also arrived, as did a deluxe version of Halsey’s acclaimed 2024 The Great Impersonator LP. North West, daughter of Ye (formerly Kanye West) and Kim Kardashian, also shared her debut project, N0rth4evr.

Not to be outdone, several standout male artists across hip-hop, Afrobeats, reggae and R&B also shared new projects, including Durnad Benrarr (BERNARR.), Isaiah Rashad (It’s Been Awful), Asake (M$NEY) and Ziggy Marley (Brightside).

Over on the singles side, Madonna released the duet she and Sabrina Carpenter debuted at the “Espresso” singer’s Coachella Weekend Two headlining set. Reminiscent of the house flourishes that color “Vogue,” “Bring Your Love” is another promising taste from Madge’s forthcoming Confessions II. In addition to Gaga’s three new songs, the Devil Wears Prada 2 soundtrack also boasts a new track from Sienna Spiro titled “Material Lover.” “Build a B—h” singer Bella Poarch also shared her new “Ribcage” single.

This New Music Friday also includes new songs from Labrinth (“Prostitute”), Lizzo (“Bitch”), Bella Kay (“Promise?”), Vince Staples (“Blackberry Marmalade”), Bryson Tiller (“It’s OK”), Maroon 5 (“Heroine”), Jessie Reyez and Muni Long (“Ain’t You Tired?”), Bleachers (“I’m Not Joking”) and DaBaby, Yung Miami, YKNIECE and GloRilal (“Pop Dat Thang” remix).

Which new release this week is your favorite? Vote — or share your own pick — in Billboard‘s New Music Friday poll below: