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title: "Rosalía Wins Album of Year at 2026 Latin Grammys"
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# Rosalía Wins Album of Year at 2026 Latin Grammys

Spanish singer Rosalía made history last night by taking home the top prize of album of the year at the 2026 Latin Grammys for her critically acclaimed 2025 album "Lux.

The highly anticipated ceremony took place in Las Vegas and marked a milestone moment for the artist, who has been making waves in the music industry with her innovative blend of classical and urban sounds.

Rosalía kicked off the evening's festivities by delivering an emotional performance that showcased the depth and complexity of her new album. Her rendition of Lux" tracks "La Rumba Del Perdón," "La Perla" and "Dios Es Un Stalker was met with thunderous applause from the audience.

The setlist was a testament to Rosalía's commitment to pushing boundaries and exploring new sounds, as she drew inspiration from her classical training and infused it with urban beats. Her performance also featured angelic dancers adorned in halos, adding an ethereal quality to the proceedings.

The album Lux has been widely praised for its offbeat yet heartfelt approach to storytelling, which draws on the lives of female saints as a source of inspiration. The project's unique blend of classical and urban elements has resonated with fans and critics alike, cementing Rosalía's status as one of the most innovative artists in the industry.

Rosalía's win marked a triumphant conclusion to an evening that saw her take home not one but two major awards: album of the year for Lux and song of the year for La Perla.

The Latin Grammy Awards ceremony in Las Vegas was a whirlwind of excitement as performers took to the stage to showcase their talents.

Daddy Yankee's high-energy performance featured a medley of his hit songs, including Ella Me Levantó", "Con Calma" and "Gasolina. He also collaborated with several notable artists, including Bizarrap, Bad Gyal and Feid.

The ceremony paused momentarily as Janet Jackson took the stage to present Daddy Yankee with an award, her speech filled with admiration and respect for the Puerto Rican artist.

As the host of the evening, Roselyn Sánchez brought her own brand of energy to the proceedings, guiding viewers through a night that promised many more highlights and surprises.

The evening's performances showcased exceptional talent and musical diversity. Karol G took center stage with Ese Hombre es Malo, a música mexicana ballad that featured a full orchestra and 12 Mariachis in perfect harmony.

Mon Laferte delivered a soulful performance of her song Femme Fatale, tugging at the heartstrings of the audience. Silvana Estrada's Dime was a cultural bridge, combining Venezuelan heritage with her signature cuatro instrument to create a unique sound experience.

Kany García stunned with an acoustic rendition of La Niña Que Fui, while Jorge Drexler brought theater-like ambiance with his performance of Las Palabras. Milo J, the Argentine rapper, performed Solifican12" and "Gil in collaboration with Latin American folk icon Gustavo Santaolalla.

Brazilian superstar Anitta took the stage for a medley of her hits from Equilibrium, blending Brazilian funk, samba, bossa nova, semba, reggae, electronic pop, and performed in multiple languages. Later, she returned to accept an award for Portuguese language contemporary pop album, using her speech to highlight the Black culture of Brazil.

The 2026 Latin Grammy Awards ceremony featured several emotional tributes to music legends. One such tribute was a heartfelt performance of Te Solté la Rienda by The Warning, which paid respects to the late José Alfredo Jiménez. Reik also took the stage to perform his rendition of La Media Vuelta, while Sofía Reyes and Yami Safdie delivered a powerful duet of Si Nos Dejan. Camila Fernández brought the house down with her energetic performance of El Rey.

Following this tribute, Rosalía returned to the stage for an electrifying performance of Serpiente De Cascabel. However, she wasn't done yet. Soon after, she headed back out onto the stage once more. This time, it was to present awards in various categories.

Karol G took home a trophy for her album Tropicoqueta, which won the award for urban music album. Xavi's debut at the Latin Grammys continued with his win for contemporary Mexican album for Dosis. Fonseca also received a prize, this one for contemporary tropical album, for his album Antes Que El Tiempo Se Vaya.

Among the evening's notable winners was Colombian singer Aria Vega, who took home the award for best new artist. Her acceptance speech was marked by tears of joy as she thanked her team and fans. This year saw a change in the eligibility criteria for this category, with only artists having fewer than three albums or 25 singles released being considered for the award.

The Premiere Ceremony preceding the main event was where most of the evening's awards were announced. Among those recognized was Bobby Pulido, who took home the Latin Grammy for best Tejano album for his release Bobby Pulido & Friends: Una Tuya y Una Mía (Vol. 2/En Vivo). This achievement comes just days after a significant milestone in Pulido's life - he secured a seat in the House of Representatives for the Democrats by flipping a Texas district seat.

In his acceptance speech, Pulido made a heartfelt announcement: I want to tell you that I'm retiring from music, and I'm leaving with so much gratitude."

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