Los Premios Nuestros

The duo once again feels success after being nominated for fifteen awards at Los Premios Nuestros. Wisin and Yandel can not believe that they have been nominated for so many awards this year and are very excited to even be recognized on this level. Within in the last two months the duo has been nominated for twenty nine awards at only two awards ceremonies. This is a huge honor for the duo, and not really anyone can believe what a difference on year has done for the duo. With the release of La Revolucion, Wisin and Yandel expanded their audience and have created a new way to look at reggaeton. The awards for the Los Premios Nuestros did air yesterday, and if you are interested in knowing the results just go to my webpage and look under articles. The duo also performed on the awards show, and from the audiences reactions, it was easy to see that Wisin and Yandel were definietly one of the favorite performances from the night. The audience sang along to everyword of the songs that Wisin and Yandel performed. After the release of La Revolucion, Wisin and Yandel blew up on the music scence, making them very successful. From the release of La Evolucion, it is obvious that Wisin and Yandel will continue having this feeling and continue being the number one duo in reggaeton!

More Then 60,000 People

El duo de la Historia has truly made their mark now. Recently, the duo performed in Puerto Cabello, Venezuela and had one of their biggest turnout of fans yet. Sixty thousand fans waited outside in the hot weather of Venezuela just to sneak a glimpse of the hottest duo in reggaeton. There were so many people at this concert, that no one could see how far back the fans actually went. I think that the duo should feel very honored to witnessed something like this in their lifes because this is a phenomenal experience. At first when i read the story about how many people attended the event, I did not think that this was such a big deal, thinking that all concerts hold plenty of people and that all of the concerts of Wisin and Yandel are mostly sold out anyways; however, once I realized how many people that actually was, I could not even fathem the way that duo must have felt. From recent posts on puertoricounder.com, the official site of reggaeton artists, it is easy to tell that Wisin and Yandel did exactly what the crowd wanted. Most fans stated that this was the most exciting and exillerating performance that they have ever seen from the duo. One girl even said that she looked around and could not believe that so many people knew every word to all of Wisin and Yandel's songs. If that is not a night to remember, then I'm not quite sure what is!

The Meaning of Wisin and Yandel

Today's post is a little bit more sentimental for me, in explaining the reason I love the music of Wisin and Yandel. One of the main reasons that I listen to Wisin and Yandel is because I retain alot of the Spanish that is said in the songs, and I find it very useful to constantly listen to music in Spanish while learning the language. Another reason why I love Wisin and Yandel is becuase this is how I met my best friend. This girl and I were friends before, but we went through some tough times together and that only helped us grow stronger. When we felt sad or down about the things in our life, we would sit together and listen to these artists and talk about how we want to start a successful life for ourselves. Wisin and Yandel have inspired the both of us to get out in the world and explore other cultures and accept people for their differences. These two artists truly hold a sentimental value to me because they are the reason I studied abroad and the reason that I came home with so many friends from Mexico. We met our friends in Mexico when I was out at night and was singing a Wisin and Yandel song. The boys came up and started singing with me, and we have been friends ever since. Wisin and Yandel have brought a lot of great people into my life, so when you listen to the music next time, stop, really listen, and think about how these artists have changed your life.

Franco el Gorila Robbed

Franco el Gorila just experienced a horrible event this Monday in Santiago, Chile when he was exiting the hotel that he was staying at. Franco el Gorila was robbed of all of his bags and his jewelery as he was leaving the hotel. The car the was waiting to drive Franco el Gorila from the hotel to the airport in Santiago was packed with all of the artists things, and this is where the robbers took everything from. In the bags, where the artists clothes, shoes and most importantly, his very expensive jewelry. Reports stated that the artist was robbed of nearly sixty thousand dollars worth of clothing, jewelry, and other valuables. Franco el Gorila has not made a statement on his opinion of this, but rumors have said that the majority of the dollar value that was robbed consisted of the incredible jewelry that the artist owned. In his bags, Franco had an excesive amount of jewelry that consisted of diamonds and gold of differnt qualities. Everything in Franco el Gorila's bags were worth a tremendous amount of money, and the artist is probably very sickened by the fact that someone could do this to him. At this moment, we have only heard that Franco el Gorila has said that the situation is sad, but he is happy that the person who stole only wanted his things and did not want to harm him.

Wisin y Yandel/Tito el Bambino

The Latin Grammys are here and Wisin and Yandel have more competition than they expected. The duo knew that they were going to be up against last years leaders of the night, Calle 13, but I am not quite sure that they were aware of how competitive this year would be. Another reggaeton artist, Tito el Bambino, is nominated for eighteen awards and is a heavy favorite in many of the categories. With the release of his new album, El Patron, Tito el Bambino has created a serious reputation for himself. His single El Amor put him back up on the top and now he is reaping the benefits. Wisin and Yandel are in a great position for the awards, but there are other artists that are topping the list of most nominated for the night. Another group that Wisin and Yandel have to look out for is the group Aventura. Wisin and Yandel have previously collaborated with the Bachata group and still remain very close friends. For Wisin and Yandel, there is no tension between them and Aventura. They respect the group and know that the four men in Aventura are very talented. Aventura has been nominated for twelve awards and are very excited. This year has been big for leaders of Bachata, and they are bound to be very successful at the Latin Grammys. Whether or not all of the these artists take home any Grammys, they have all had one of the most successful years of their careers.

14 Nominations at Latin Grammys

The duo is back and stronger than ever. Today the nominations were released for the 2010 Latin Grammys and guess who has taken control! Wisin and Yandel. The duo have been nominated for fourteen Latin Grammys and are expected to take home the majority of them. They are leaders in all of the categories they have been nominated for, and we are all excited to see which Grammys the duo can take with them. They are very excited for the nominations and feel honored to have even been nominated for that many Grammys in one year. This year alone, they are nominated for more Grammys than they have been in the last ten years combind. This shows that the duo is doing exactly what they intended to do. They have conquered the Latino audience and have had nothing but huge success over the last year, with the release of their two highest selling albums, La Revolucion and La Evolucion. The duo is up against some very talented competition, but without a doubt they will be happy with the end result of the Latin Grammys. The awards will be on April 29 and will play on the television station Telemundo. The awards are being held in Puerto Rico, the native country of the duo. Wisin and Yandel will be up against other reggaeton artists such as Tito "el Bambino" and bachata group Aventura, but keep your eyes and ears out for the hottest duo in reggaetno. As Wisin has said, Hoy tengo el control, and that is exactly what this duo has proven this year.

Previous Blogs

If you are new to the blog, make sure that you are going back and looking at the old blogs that I have posted! These are great to read if you want to know a little more information about each individual artist under WY Records and some fun new information that has been released about them. In this blog, you will find separate blogs about the history of Wisin and Yandel, how WY Records got started, who is Tico el Inmigrante, Jakyo, Yaviah, Jowell, Randy, Franco el Gorila, and find out what each artist is up to right now. I have also featured an article on the artist Yomo, who is not part of the WY Records company, but adds his talent on both new albums of Wisin and Yandel. He is featured on La Revolucion and La Evolucion. If you have not heard of him, go check out the blog! In addition to this, I have posted the most recent information about the release of Jowell and Randy's soon to be finished album. We can expect great things in March from this duo. There is also a blog that informs you all about the release of WY Records newest album, Lo Mejor de La Compania, which takes the hottest tracks from each artist under that label and combines them all into one! There are also new tracks that have never been released. So check out my previous blog posts if you are interested in WY Records, and if you like what you see, then head over to my web page for videos, photos, and new articles about each artist under WY Records! www.wyrecords.webs.com

WY Records Website

Come check out my new website about all of the talented artists under WY Records. On the website, you will find the hottest pictures of Wisin and Yandel, Gadiel, Franco el Gorila, Tico el Inmigrante, Jowell, Randy, Yaviah, and Jayko. There are also music videos posted of some of the newest released singles of the artists and links to other great websites that offer great information about the release of the newest albums from WY Records, the artists, and hot photos. You can also learn a little more about me and why I am a WY fan, the purpose of my site, and even read articles written by me about the artists! If you like what you see on my website, you can become a member and contact me! We can chat about the artists on the discussion forum and you guys can give me suggestions on what to add to the website! The website will also have a web store, where everyone can purchase merchandise that was created and designed by me. The store has not been created yet, but will be up and running very soon. I would love to hear ideas about any type of merchandise the fans would like to have. I have also featured a donations page on the site, where the fans can donate money in any donomination. The money that is donated will be given to the foundation "Hearts with Haiti." This was the organization that Wisin and Yandel gave two hundred thousand dollars to to help the people of Haiti. Come check out my website at www.wyrecords.webs.com

Tico el Inmigrante New Single Release

Just recently, Tico el Inmigrante released his newest single "Escapate." The newest artist under WY records is excited about the release of the track and is excited to hear what his fans have to say. The track will be featured on his first album to be released by the label WY Records. The single is supposed to be a huge hit for the artist and will hopefully put Tico el Inmigrante on the same level as the duo that started the record label, Wisin and Yandel. Since Tico is a new member of the WY Records company, he has not truly been able to break out with a hot track and create a name for himself. This, however, is all expected to change with the release of this single and the release of his soon to come album under WY Records. We can only hope that the single takes off and takes over the Latin audience, so that we all can get a better glimpse of the new artist. With high hopes, Wisin and Yandel will wait to see how the artist touches the Latin audience with his new tracks, and then they will hopefully be able to explode his image all over the reggaeton scene. To hear the newest track by Tico el Inmigrante, just Google the artists name followed by the song title, or download it from this website: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wlvWVt0y0YI If you love the music by the artists under WY Records, then I am positive that you will love the Caribbean sound of Tico el Inmigrante!

WY Call Collaborations Necessary

The two biggest collaborations that made Wisin and Yandel isntantley famous in the United States were the tracks "Mujeres en el Club" and "Imaginate". The duo collaborated these song with artists, 50 Cent and T-Pain. The track "Mujeres en el Club" was featured on the album released last year, "La Revolucion." 50 Cent was honored to be asked by Wisin and Yandel to make a collaboration, and he was very thrilled that the song was an instant hit with both the Latino audience and American audience. The song was nominated for a Latin Grammy,but the trio did not take the award home. Regardless, 50 Cent, Wisin, and Yandel were very happy with the nomination. Since this song was such a hit with both Audiences, Wisin and Yandel thought they would surprise their fans with another collaboration with T-Pain. They asked him to work with them on the track "Imaginate" and are very thankful that they did. The song shot to number one is being play in clubs all across the world. "Imaginate is featured on the duo's newly release album, "La Evolucion." Wisin called these collaborations necessary. It helped Wisin and Yandel explode into the American music industry, and even be nominated for an MTV music award. More is going to come from the talented duo. They are currently working on a collaboration with Akon again, and from what we all know, when Wisin and Yandel work with Akon, we all are in for a surprise. Let's just wait and see what happens.

Collaborations

Wisin and Yandel have done many collaborations with artists here in America, and the trend will continue. The duo has crossed themselves over into the American audience by collaborating with some of the hottest names in rap, R and B, and pop music. The duo created fresh singles with the American artists in hopes to receive more recognition in the American market. I would have to say that the duo’s strategy definitely worked. Wisin y Yandel have collaborated with very well known artists such as R. Kelly, Fat Joe, 50 Cent, Paris Hilton, Bone Thugs and Harmony, Lenny Kravitz, and Nelly Furtado, Eve, G-unit, T-Pain, and Enrique Iglesias. All of these artists have earned very high recognition amongst the American audience, and have definitely helped expand the careers of Wisin and Yandel. Although this has helped the duo gain recognition, I still believe that Wisin and Yandel can push the envelope a little further. With the release of “La Evolucion”, the duo has put out three new tracks with artists that have major success with the American audience. One of the most popular newly released tracks on “La Evolucion” is “Imaginate” which features T-Pain. This single has topped the charts, as well as many other collaborations that Wisin and Yandel have released in the past. The future holds great things for the duo. If one person shares the talented music of Wisin and Yandel with another, then everyone could have an opportunity to experience the music of “El Duo de la Historia.”

Official Blog-Wisin y Yandel

If you are interested in reading more about Wisin y Yandel, the duo's official blog is a great place to look. The blog is updated daily and provides the readers with all the information that is released about the biggest duo in reggaeton. The blog talks about the joining of new artists to their record label, WY Records. The top story on the blog right now is about the newest duo that joined the record label and the release of their new album, El Momento. This duo, Jowell and Randy, are receiving a lot of hype about their new album under WY Records and are expected to top the charts with the majority of the tracks on the new album. The author of the official blog mentions that Wisin stated that Jowell and Randy are the artists that will have control of the new movement in reggaeton. They are already popular in South America and the United States but Wisin believes that with the release of this album, the duo will be able to establish international recognition. Wisin, right now, claims that Jowell and Randy have the talent to take over the reggaeton scene, but need to establish and international reputation before the duo can successfully control the reggaeton scene. The blog also features Wisin y Yandel's newest apperances and features the lastest news on the duo's life. This blog is very informative, and helps the fans stay updated with the lives of Wisin y Yandel. To find this blog, google Wisin y Yandel blog or enter this link. Enjoy http://www.wisinyandelblog.com/

The Grammys 2010

The Grammys were a speacial night for many, but Wisin y Yandel were not as fortunate as some. The duo was nominated for a Grammy in the category for Best Latin Rock, Alternative, or Urban Album did not take home the award this year. Wisin y Yandel competed against many other talented artists in the category, which were all deserving of the awards. The duo went up against Calle 13 for their album "Los De Atras Vienen Conmigo," Aterciopelados for their album entitled "Rio," artist Bebe for the album "Y.," the group Los Fabulosos Cadillacs for their album entitled "La Luz Del Ritmo". Wisin y Yandel were nominated in this category for their album that was released last year, 2009, "La Revolucion." Calle 13 took home the award for best latin rock, alternative, or urban album and were very excited about their win. Wisin y Yandel were happy for the group Calle 13 and were honored to have even been nominated for the album "La Revolucion. " At last years Grammys, Wisin y Yandel were nominated for best pop video, but the award was taking buy pop star Britney Spears. The duo has won three grammys before, and are just excited to recognized for their music, whether they win or not. The controversy that occured when Wisin y Yandel were nominated for a "Pop Video" shocked the duo, when the media created so much hype about reggaeton artists being nominated in the "Pop" genre, where many felt they did not belong. The duo will hopefully be more successful at the Latin Grammys that will be held in November 2010. If they have a repeat of last years Latin Grammys, then im sure the duo will go home smiling!!

Lo Mejor de La Compania

"Lo Mejor de La Compania," truly entitled Wisin y Yandel Presentan: WY Records: Lo Mejor de La Compania" is the fourth record to be released by the artists under WY Records. This album does not just feature one artist under the label, it features the majority of the artists under WY Records. The records is due to be release on March 23, 2010 by WY Records and Machete Music. Wisin y Yandel are the major artists on this album, but the record also includes song by artists such as Franco "el Gorila," Yaviah, Consuella, Jayko, Tico "el Inmigrante" and Tony Dize, even though he is no longer signed on the WY Records. "Lo mejor de la Compania" also includes song a duet between Franco "el Gorila" and Nelly Furtado. The track listing of the songs that are included on the album were created by taking a mix of the greatest hits of each of the artists that are going to be featured on the record. The track listing is as followed:

1. "Entre Los Dos" (By Tony Dize)
2. "Fue W" (By Wisin)
3. "Pegao" (By Wisin & Yandel)
4. "Yo Te Quiero (Remix) (By Wisin & Yandel & Luis Fonsi)
5. "He Querido Quererte" (By Franco El Gorila & Tico El Inmigrante)
6. "Desnudemonos" (By Jayko)el papi chulo
7. "Me Estas Tentando (Remix) (By Wisin & Yandel, Franco El Gorila & Jayko)
8. "Permitame" (By Tony Dize & Yandel)
9. "Dame Un Kiss" (By Franco El Gorila)
10. "Manos Al Aire (Remix) (By Nelly Furtado & Franco El Gorila)
11. "Sexo Seguro" (By Franco El Gorila & Yandel)
12. "Psiquiatrica Loca) (By Franco El Gorila)
13. "Pa Lo Oscuro" (By Javiah, Wisin & Yandel & Franco El Gorila)
14. "Prrrum" (By Cosculluela, Wisin & Yandel)

"Lo Mejor de la Compania is expected to be the most successful greatest hits album that has been created by the artists under WY Records, thus far. Because all of the artists under WY Records and the songs that they have created are so popular in reggaeton, the record is sure to be a huge success.

Awards and Nominations-Wisin y Yandel

Wisin y Yandel have been nominated for many awards during their career, which began in 1995. As their success built over the years, Wisin y Yandel continued to top the charts. From the end 2008 and on, the duo were nominated for over nine awards and won three of them in 2009. 2009 was the most successful year for Wisin y Yandel. With the release of their album, La Revolucion" the duo topped the charts and made their names unforgettable.

LIST OF NOMINATIONS:

2008
American Music Awards-Favorite Artist-Latin Music
2009
Los Premios MTV Latinoamerica-Song of the Year
American Music Awards-Favorite Artist-Latin Music
Los Premios MTV Latinoamerica-Best Ringtone
MTV Awards-Video Music-Best Pop Video
Los Premios MTV Latinoamerica-Best Group duo
Latin Grammy-Best Urban Music Album
Los Premios MTV Latinoamerica-Best Urban Artist
2010
Grammy-Best Latin Rock, Alternative, or Urban Album

AWARDS WON:

2009
Grammy- Best Latin Urban Album-Los Extraterrestres
Los Premios MTV Latinoamerica-Artist of the Year
Los Premios MTV Latinoamerica-Video of the Year-Abusadora