Latin Grammy Awards

The Latin Recording Academy® Announces Leadership Changes in Preparation for Growth Opportunities

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021

"\n"Leading The Latin Recording Academy has been a very significant part of my professional career and a great foundation for my future endeavors," said Abaroa.

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  • "\n"Leading The Latin Recording Academy has been a very significant part of my professional career and a great foundation for my future endeavors," said Abaroa.
  • "\n"I am honored to have the opportunity to lead The Latin Recording Academy," said Abud.
  • "\nWhile COO of The Latin Academy, Abud successfully led a major reorganization, maximizing efficiencies and taking a fast leap to digital content development.
  • Previously he was president of CBS Telenoticias.\nAbaroa\'s leadership and tenure led the outstanding growth of The Latin Academy and its exceptional financial stability.

The Latin Recording Academy® Announces Digital Program Book

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Monday, November 16, 2020

The Latin Recording Academy launched its digital program book ahead of the 21st Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards telecast on Thursday, Nov. 19.

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  • The Latin Recording Academy launched its digital program book ahead of the 21st Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards telecast on Thursday, Nov. 19.
  • The more than 60-page yearly commemorative guide includes carefully curated bilingual content by renowned music writers and Latin Academy members, showcasing the 2020 Latin GRAMMY nominees and the excitement of The Biggest Night in Latin Music.
  • "Our collectible program book is a work of passion from all of us at The Latin Academy to Latin music lovers around the globe," said Gabriel Abaroa Jr., President/CEO of The Latin Recording Academy.
  • ABOUT THE LATIN RECORDING ACADEMY:
    The Latin Recording Academy is an international nonprofit dedicated to nurturing, celebrating, honoring and elevating Latin music and its creators.

The Latin Recording Academy® Announces 21st Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards® Nominees

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Tuesday, September 29, 2020

The Latin Recording Academy has announced the nominees for the 21st Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards, the preeminent international honor and the only peer-selected award celebrating excellence in Latin music.

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  • The Latin Recording Academy has announced the nominees for the 21st Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards, the preeminent international honor and the only peer-selected award celebrating excellence in Latin music.
  • Today, we are proud to unveil the nominees for the 21st Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards a group that reflects the constant evolution of Latin music," said Gabriel Abaroa Jr., President/CEO of The Latin Recording Academy.
  • Winners will be revealed by The Latin Recording Academy on Nov. 19 at the 21st Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards' Premiere and telecast ceremonies.
  • Preceding the telecast is the Latin GRAMMY Premiere ceremony where the majority of the 21st Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards categories will be awarded.

Recording Academy® Streamlines Organization to Sharpen Focus on Service to Music; Adds Two Key Leadership Roles

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Friday, July 17, 2020

The Recording Academy today announced a major reorganization, including the creation of two key senior leadership positions, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Industry Officer.

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  • The Recording Academy today announced a major reorganization, including the creation of two key senior leadership positions, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Industry Officer.
  • "One of my goals as the interim President/CEO of the Recording Academy is to evolve our organization and structure to be more efficient and responsive.
  • These changes set a foundation for success as we prepare for the dynamic future of our industry," said Harvey Mason jr., Recording Academy Interim President/CEO.
  • He has overseen marquee productions and events for both the Recording Academy and The Latin Recording Academy.

Recording Academy® Promotes Shonda Grant to Chief People & Culture Officer

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Wednesday, July 1, 2020

The Recording Academy announced today the promotion of Shonda Grant to Chief People & Culture Officer.

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  • The Recording Academy announced today the promotion of Shonda Grant to Chief People & Culture Officer.
  • Grant will report directly to the President/CEO and will oversee all human resources functions for the Recording Academy, The Latin Recording Academy, MusiCares, GRAMMY Museum, and the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation.
  • "I'm thrilled to have Shonda as our new Chief People & Culture Officer.
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YANGAROO AND THE LATIN RECORDING ACADEMY® RENEW MULTI-YEAR AGREEMENT

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Thursday, April 2, 2020

"YANGAROO has been a strong and dependable partner for many years now, and we are thrilled to extend the relationship, said Luis Dousdebes, Chief Awards, Membership & Preservation Officer of The Latin Recording Academy.

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  • "YANGAROO has been a strong and dependable partner for many years now, and we are thrilled to extend the relationship, said Luis Dousdebes, Chief Awards, Membership & Preservation Officer of The Latin Recording Academy.
  • This marks another long-term commitment between The Latin Recording Academy and YANGAROO, said Gary Moss, President & CEO of YANGAROO Inc. We are very pleased to continue to be contributing to this great celebration of Latin music for years to come.
  • The Latin Recording Academy is an international, membership-based organization comprised of Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking recording artists, musicians, songwriters, producers, and other creative and technical recording professionals.
  • In addition to producing the Latin GRAMMY Awards to honor excellence in the recorded arts and sciences, The Latin Recording Academy provides educational and outreach programs for the Latin music community either directly or through its Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation.

The Latin Recording Academy® Announces 20th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards® Nominees

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Tuesday, September 24, 2019

The Latin Recording Academy has announced the nominees for the 20th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards, the preeminent international honor celebrating excellence in Latin music and the only peer-presented Latin music accolade.

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  • The Latin Recording Academy has announced the nominees for the 20th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards, the preeminent international honor celebrating excellence in Latin music and the only peer-presented Latin music accolade.
  • "The Latin Recording Academy is privileged to see so many talented and diverse artists join the milestone 20th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards season," said Gabriel Abaroa Jr., President/CEO of The Latin Recording Academy.
  • The Latin GRAMMY Awards are voted on by The Latin Recording Academy's international membership body of music creators, who represent all genres and creative disciplines, including recording artists, songwriters, musicians, producers, and mixing and studio engineers.
  • Winners will be revealed by The Latin Recording Academy on Nov. 14 at the 20th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards' Premiere and telecast ceremonies.

GRAMMY Museum® Promotes Michael Sticka to President as the Museum Continues to See Strong Growth in Attendance, Membership, and Donations

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Tuesday, July 30, 2019

The GRAMMY Museum announced today the promotion of Michael Sticka to President of the GRAMMY Museum, with a contract that extends through 2022.

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  • The GRAMMY Museum announced today the promotion of Michael Sticka to President of the GRAMMY Museum, with a contract that extends through 2022.
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    Michael Sticka (President of the GRAMMY Museum) (Photo: Cara Robbins)
    The GRAMMY Museum also announced that both the Recording Academy and The Latin Recording Academy have invested significant funds in the GRAMMY Museum.
  • Sticka first joined the Recording Academy in March 2014 and this executive announcement comes after a year of significant growth for the GRAMMY Museum under his leadership.
  • We are thrilled to expand our relationship with the GRAMMY Museum, said The Latin Recording Academy President/CEO Gabriel Abaroa Jr.

Juanes Named 2019 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year™ as Part of Milestone 20th Anniversary

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Thursday, June 13, 2019

The Latin Recording Academy today announced 23-time Latin GRAMMY and two-time GRAMMY-winning singer, composer, musician, and philanthropist Juanes will be the2019 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Yearas part of its milestone 20th anniversary.

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  • The Latin Recording Academy today announced 23-time Latin GRAMMY and two-time GRAMMY-winning singer, composer, musician, and philanthropist Juanes will be the2019 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Yearas part of its milestone 20th anniversary.
  • The Latin Recording Academys Person of the Year recognition is bestowed upon musicians of Ibero American heritage in acknowledgment of their artistic achievements in the Latin music industry, their fellowship, as well as their humanitarian efforts.
  • For information on purchasing tickets to the Person of the Year gala, please contact The Latin Recording Academy's ticketing office at 310.314.8281 or [email protected] .
  • ABOUT THE LATIN RECORDING ACADEMY:
    The Latin Recording Academy is an international, membership-based organization comprised of Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking recording artists, musicians, songwriters, producers, and other creative and technical recording professionals.

Board of Trustees Appoints Deborah Dugan as President/CEO of the Recording Academy™

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Wednesday, May 8, 2019

The Recording Academy Board of Trustees has appointed Deborah Dugan as the next President/CEO of the Recording Academy, the leading society of performers, musicians, songwriters, producers, engineers, and all music professionals, and the organization behind the annual GRAMMY Awards.

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  • The Recording Academy Board of Trustees has appointed Deborah Dugan as the next President/CEO of the Recording Academy, the leading society of performers, musicians, songwriters, producers, engineers, and all music professionals, and the organization behind the annual GRAMMY Awards.
  • "The Board of Trustees is very eager to work with her as we embark on this next chapter in the Recording Academy's story."
  • Dugan will also serve as President/CEO of MusiCares and on the boards of the GRAMMY Museum Foundation and The Latin Recording Academy.
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