Global superstar J Balvin has released his highly anticipated 7th studio album, “Rayo.” This bold and electrifying addition to his discography takes listeners on a nostalgic yet innovative journey to his musical roots. Inspired by his early days of making music, “Rayo” captures Balvin’s youthful creativity and unfiltered passion, blending reggaeton with elements of electronic pop, dembow, Música Mexicana, and urban sounds.
“Rayo” is a testament to Balvin’s enduring love for music and his ability to reinvent himself while continually staying true to his origins. The album delivers a fresh yet familiar vibe that resonates with both longtime fans and new listeners.
The album’s highlight is the track “Doblexxo,” featuring Feid, accompanied by a futuristic music video. On “Gaga,” Balvin collaborates with Spanish phenom SAIKO for an infectious electronic number.
The album’s repertoire includes genre-bending collaborations such as “Stoker” with Música Mexicana icon Carin León and “Gato” featuring Spanish star Bad Gyal. Young, up-and-coming artists like Dei V, Quevedo, and Omar Courtz mingle with legends like Chencho Corleone and Zion, creating a sense of community.
By enlisting reggaeton hitmakers like Keityn, L.e.x.v.z., and DJ Luian, alongside rising stars Blessd, Luar La L, Ryan Castro, and YOVNGCHIMI, “Rayo” exemplifies Balvin’s commitment to elevating Latin music to its next era. The album is a vibrant celebration of music’s past, present, and future.
J Balvin puts the pedal to the metal in his new video for “Gaga,” the latest single from his upcoming album, Rayo. Directed by Jean Lafleur and shot in London, the “Gaga” video finds Balvin and guest rapper SAIKO burning rubber in a Lamborghini, shot in dramatic greyscale.
The song’s release accompanies the announcement of the release date for Rayo, August 9th. The album will feature 15 songs, with guest appearances from artists Bad Gyal, Carín León, Chencho Corleone, Feid, Quevedo, and Zion. In a previous interview with Billboard, Balvin explained why relocating to London during the recording of the album was essential to its creation.
“We decided, from within ourselves, to focus on giving happiness to our listeners and change the vibe from negative to positive,” he said, recalling how “the vibe wasn’t right for inspiration” until he got to interact with crowds on the sunny isle.
“We wanted to see fan reaction,” he said, “And it was amazing.”
Watch J Balvin’s video for “Gaga” with SAIKO above.
Rayo is out 8/9. You can find more info here. You can see the tracklist below.
1. “Cosa de Locos”
2. “Polvo de tu Vida” Featuring Chencho Corleone
3. “Swat” Featuring Luar La L
4. “Bajo y Batería”
5. “Doblexxó” Featuring Feid
6. “3 Noches”
7. “Gaga” Featuring SAIKO
8. “Gato” Featuring Bad Gyal
9. “Lobo” Featuring Zion
10. “La Noche” Featuring Dei V
11. “Origami” Featuring Ryan Castro y Blessd
12. “Sólido”
13. “Stoker” Featuring Carin León
14. “Ganster”
15. “En Alta” Featuring Omar Courtz, YOVNGCHIMI, Quevedo, Mambo Kingz, DJ Luian
The Air Jordan 3 stands out in Jordan Brand’s lineup, embodying timeless style since its 1988 debut. Its simple yet sleek design offers both support and comfort, thanks to its mid-top shape and visible air cushioning in the sole. One of its standout features is the unique elephant print on the upper, adding texture and individuality to the shoe. The Air Jordan 3 remains a favorite among sneaker enthusiasts and collectors worldwide.
These sneakers feature a gradient rubber sole that transitions into a deep midsole, creating a unique charm. The sleek black leather upper is complemented by a subtle gray elephant print lining at the base. Inspired by Rio, additional fading accents enhance the shoe’s aesthetic appeal. Notably, the left shoe displays the iconic Nike Air emblem, while J Balvin’s signature smiling face decorates the right. Completing the design is a pale yellow Jumpman logo on the tongue.
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J. Balvin has announced exclusive early access to his “Rio” Jordan 3. Fans can purchase the sneakers by registering an account on familia.jbalvin.com. You can purchase the sneaker a day before it’s scheduled release on May 22nd.
Sneaker Bar Detroit reports that the Air Jordan 3 x J Balvin “Rio” will be released on May 22nd. Also, these sneakers will have a retail price of $250 when they drop. As always, make sure to let us know what you think about these kicks in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the most recent updates and news from the sneaker community. We’ll make sure to offer you the newest products from the most notable brands.
The Air Jordan 3 stands out in Jordan Brand’s lineup, embodying timeless style since its 1988 debut. Its simple yet sleek design offers both support and comfort, thanks to its mid-top shape and visible air cushioning in the sole. One of its standout features is the unique elephant print on the upper, adding texture and individuality to the shoe. The Air Jordan 3 remains a timeless favorite among sneaker enthusiasts and collectors worldwide.
With a gradient rubber sole blending seamlessly into a deep midsole, these sneakers exude a unique charm. Fashioned from sleek black leather, the upper showcases a subtle gray elephant print lining at its base. Drawing inspiration from Rio, additional fading accents accentuate the shoe’s aesthetic appeal. A notable detail includes the iconic Nike Air emblem adorning the left shoe, while J Balvin’s signature smiling face decorates the right. Adding the finishing touch is a pale yellow Jumpman logo embellishing the tongue.
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Sneaker News reports that the Air Jordan 3 x J Balvin “Rio” will be released on May 22nd. Also, these sneakers will have a retail price of $250 when they drop. As always, make sure to let us know what you think about these kicks in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the most recent updates and news from the sneaker community. We’ll make sure to offer you the newest products from the most notable brands.
The Air Jordan 3 stands tall as an iconic creation by Jordan Brand, nestled within Michael Jordan’s esteemed line of footwear. With a sleek and straightforward design, it’s a testament to timeless style. Debuting in 1988, its mid-top shape provides commendable support, while the addition of a visible air cushion in the sole elevates its comfort for various activities. Notably, the Air Jordan 3 boasts a distinctive feature: an eye-catching elephant print adorning its upper, lending a touch of texture and uniqueness to the shoe.
The sneakers feature a gradient rubber sole transitioning to a deep midsole. Crafted from sleek black leather, the upper boasts a subtle gray elephant print lining at the base. Inspired by Rio, additional fading accents enhance the shoe’s aesthetic. Notably, the left shoe bears the iconic Nike Air emblem, while J Balvin’s signature smiling face graces the right. Completing the design is a pale yellow Jumpman logo adorning the tongue.
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GOAT reports that the Air Jordan 3 x J Balvin “Rio” will be released on May 22nd. Also, these sneakers will have a retail price of $250 when they drop. As always, make sure to let us know what you think about these kicks in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the most recent updates and news from the sneaker community. We’ll make sure to offer you the newest products from the most notable brands.
The Air Jordan 3, a hallmark of Jordan Brand, embodies timeless style and functionality. Designed as part of Michael Jordan’s signature line, its mid-top silhouette offers excellent support. Initially released in 1988, its standout feature is the visible air cushion in the sole, ensuring comfort during activities. The distinctive elephant print on the upper adds texture, enhancing its appeal. In essence, the Air Jordan 3 is revered for its blend of comfort and style, making it a classic sneaker choice.
These sneakers boast a captivating orange rubber sole paired with a sleek black midsole. The uppers are crafted from luxurious black leather, accentuated with a stylish grey elephant print lining. Inspired by Rio, the sneaker features additional gradient elements throughout. Adding a personal touch, the left sneaker showcases the iconic Nike Air logo, while the right flaunts J Balvin’s signature smiley face. Completing the look, a Jumpman logo adorns the tongue in a vibrant light yellow hue.
Sneaker Bar Detroit reports that the Air Jordan 3 x J Balvin “Rio” will be released on May 22nd. Also, these sneakers will have a retail price of $250 when they drop. As always, make sure to let us know what you think about these kicks in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the most recent updates and news from the sneaker community. We’ll make sure to offer you the newest products from the most notable brands.
Will Smith unexpectedly appeared onstage at Coachella with Latin star J Balvin on Sunday night. The performance was themed around UFOs, and Smith was dressed full on “Men in Black,” channeling his iconic character’s signature sunglasses no less as they performed the title track of the 1997 sci-fi action film.
The Bad Boy actor’s appearance was not long, but Smith, who is no stranger to rocking a moment on stage, made a memorable performance, ending the set which concluded with Balvin dragged off stage by black-suit-clad dancers while Smith pulled out a “Neuralyzer,” which was the famous memory-eraser device from the film. Balvin actually returned for another song, for a version of his hit “In Da Ghetto” with his dancers, costumed in alien garb, with big green and black eyes.
Balvin, who likes big outlandish stages arose on what Variety described as “a platform from beneath the stage, underneath a giant mock-UFO that looked like a cross between the evil spaceship” from the Jordan Peele film “Nope.”
This isn’t Balvin’s first Coachella performance. In 2019, his set memorably jumpstarted the huge presence of Latin music at the festival that year. That year was a big one for the music festival in the desert as it featured performances from at the time rising stars Bad Bunny and Rosalía. At the end of his set, Balvin, who is Colombian, professed how proud he was to see and hear so many artists performing in Spanish at the world’s biggest music festival. Nowadays, it is more so expected, and much of that credit goes to J Balvin and his peers, who continue to electrify Coachella every year.
Global superstar J Balvin returned to the mainstage at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, delivering a performance that transcended expectations and took fans on a journey beyond the stars. Making a ground-breaking entrance aboard a UFO, Balvin’s notorious energy and iconic stage presence captivated the desert crowd for an unforgettable one-hour set.
Opening with his iconic hit “Mi Gente,” Balvin treated fans to a galactic experience, featuring chart-topping albums and hits like “Triple S” alongside Jowel & Randy and De La Ghetto. A night highlight was Balvin’s surprise collaboration with multi-Grammy award-winning rapper Will Smith, performing a stellar rendition of the iconic hit “Men in Black.”
The stage came alive with a larger-than-life production, including a giant robotic alien named Enzo in tribute to Balvin’s late dog and a towering inflatable alien head. In a unique performance look and unreleased Air Jordan 3 Rios, Balvin led a troupe of alien dancers through electrifying lasers and fog, transporting the crowd to another realm.
Fans had the exclusive opportunity to purchase the debut of a limited-edition J Balvin alien-themed merch line via the Coachella YouTube livestream. Balvin’s cosmic journey continues next weekend with another mesmerizing performance at Coachella before embarking on his highly anticipated “Que Bueno Volver a Verte” International Tour, kicking off on April 26 in Frankfurt, Germany. Tickets and VIP packages are available at JBalvin.com.
The first weekend of Coachella just wrapped up and as usual, it was a feature-packed event. The headliners in particular showed out with Lana Del Rey being joined by Billie Eilish, Tyler, The Creator bringing out Childish Gambino and Kali Uchis, and Doja Cat closing the weekend with 21 Savage. Additionally, A$AP Rocky made appearances during both Tyler and Doja’s sets. But the entire weekend was packed full of guest stars, including Will Smith popping up in a place you probably wouldn’t expect.
Colombian reggaeton star J Balvin performed at the festival on Sunday. He brought out some guests earlier in his set, but had a big finale planned. It was a huge surprise for fans in person and those watching the livestream at home to see Will Smith come out. It wasn’t just surprising that he was there, but what he did while there. The rapper performed his classic soundtrack hit “Men In Black.” The performance included some of the costumes and choreography from the original video and the addition of some new alien background dancers. Check out the bizarre and fun video of the performance below.
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Despite not having released much new music recently, Smith continues to keep a foot in both the worlds of acting and music. He’s currently filming the 4th movie in the Bad Boys franchise and has been sharing updates with fans since the film was first announced. In the most recent update, he posed with singer/songwriter Jon Batiste on set. Batiste himself made an appearance at Coachella over the weekend when he joined Lana Del Rey for their collaboration “Candy Necklace.”
For much of last year, Will Smith was dealing with the fallout from numerous public revelations made by Jada-Pinkett Smith about their relationship. What do you think of J Balvin having Will Smith out as a guest during his Coachella set? Why do you think the pair chose to perform “Men In Black?” Let us know in the comment section below.
Thank you for proving me right, Doja Cat. I said you deserved to be headlining Coachella two years ago. This year, you brought a full-size Tyrannosaurus Rex skeleton to your headlining set. Bless you, you demented genius. You are the best.
The final day of Coachella 2024 was a bit thinner on must-see artists; while there was still plenty to do and see, there was also enough time to wander and explore between the priority sets. So, rather than rushing around from tent to tent and stage to stage, there was time to poke around, try new things, and make a few observations. For instance:
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Call me biased, but there is no better backing band in music than a churchy-ass Black band. They have the power to uplift pop singers like Reneé Rapp, who we caught in the late afternoon, and to elevate R&B stars like Victoria Monét to transcendent performances. Monét – who also incorporated soul and R&B staples like The Supremes’ “Stop! In The Name Of Love” and Usher’s “There Goes My Baby” and rap breakouts like Sexyy Red’s “Get It Sexyy” into her early evening set – proved every bit to be a star worthy of even better placement upon her inevitable return to Coachella. And speaking of “Get It Sexyy,” while the St. Louis rapper wasn’t on the bill, her presence was felt at practically every DJ set and activation… Sexyy Red is out. Of. Here.
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One place her impact was felt was GV Black’s Party In My Living Room activation. An initiative from Coachella promoters Goldenvoice, GV Black aims to promote equity and inclusion at the festival, living up to all those promises brands made back in 2020. It partnered with Inglewood rapper Thurz and his long-running party promotion to present DJ sets from both unexpected names like “Billie Eilish” rapper Armani Black and local LA mainstay DJ R-Tistic. One of the upsides of Sunday being a bit more laid back was getting to pull up on friends here and spend an hour two-stepping to club faves in a fun atmosphere out of the sun and wind.
It also gave the Uproxx team more time to wander and try new food options. While the team typically has faves that we frequent year after year, there, there are still so many other options that it’s worth trying out something new. This year, it was Big Belly Burger, which offered an Impossible version of its signature smash burger. And hallelujah, we may have found a new favorite. With a unique, light sweetness to its spread, Big Belly may even have overthrown some of our usuals.
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After a calm and cool set from psychedelic funk rockers Khruangbin, Colombian Latin artist J Balvin put on a stellar show at the main stage, complete with an early appearance by Tainy, a surprisingly on-theme surprise pop-in by Will Smith, and an alien invasion storyline straight out of a 1950s B-movie. (Between Balvin, Sabrina Carpenter’s ‘70s thriller set up on Friday, and Tyler The Creator’s own flying saucer on Saturday, they’ve got one hell of a weekend matinee triple feature.)
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Manwhile, Lil Yachty completely revamped his set from Camp Flog Gnaw in November, tapping into his career beginnings with a big reference to his nickname, Lil Boat, starting the show from the prow of a ship onstage. However, despite what might have been a throwback to his early days, his setlist stuck to the more recent, rock-focused Let’s Start Here and even tapped an indie reference point: multi-instrumentalist Mac DeMarco, who performed two songs, “On The Level” and “Chamber Of Reflection.” Still, Yachty was sure to hit maintstays like “Minnesota” and “Broccoli,” making his set one of the most sastisfying yet.
Now, remember what I said about bands? Doja Cat’s stunning headlining set not only incorporated that signature vamping but took things a step further with a five-part harmony from a South African vocal group, The Joy, paying homage to her roots. Once again, a set was enhanced by understated innovations like a spider cam swooping over the audience and a high-concept, post-apocalyptic sci-fi setup.
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While Doja’s set did not incorporate a storyline per se, it did a great job of actualizing the things that have been on her mind lately. The eye-popping visuals addressed the public’s preoccupation with her hair, her tattoos, and her heritage; hence, backup dancers draped in Wookie-like wig costumes, South African vocal groups singing in Zulu, and yes, a massive T-Rex skeleton traipsing along her catwalk, aided by a team of puppeteers.
Doja Cat, like Lana Del Rey, Tyler The Creator, J Balvin, and a slew of other artists to rock the stage, showed the potential still remaining to be wrought from the platform provided by Coachella. What she – and they – demonstrated was that it doesn’t take flashy streaming numbers or worldwide name recognition, so much as the imagination to prove that they belong. There’s a whole generation of new stars waiting to be minted, and Coachella gives them the opportunity to make their case – which Doja Cat did with her signature wit and weirdness.
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