All Songs Considered AltLatino dissects the Latin Grammy noms, from snubs to love
Sep 20, 2023
Anamaria Sayre, Felix Contreras, and Isabella Gomez Sarmiento discuss the Latin Grammy nominations, addressing snubs, genre bias, lack of diversity, and the impact of streaming and social media. They highlight the creative offerings in lesser-known categories and their personal experiences with the Latin Grammys.
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Regional Mexican Music Snub
- Regional Mexican music has seen a surge in global popularity, topping Billboard charts.
- Despite this, the Latin Grammys seemingly snubbed the genre, causing controversy.
Popularity vs. Recognition
- Public popularity doesn't always translate to industry awards recognition.
- The Latin Grammys' choices raise questions about the disconnect between popularity and critical acclaim.
Marginalization in Music
- Award shows like the Latin Grammys can uplift marginalized genres.
- The perceived snub of regional Mexican music highlights a potential bias against working-class and minority music.