Legendary Dominican trio Proyecto Uno closed the Billboard Latin Music Awards with a flourish, reaffirming their standing as merengue-house pioneers with a efficiency of their iconic 1993 hit, “El Tiburón.” The efficiency was not solely a nod to the group’s origins, but additionally a celebration of their affect on Latin dance music over the previous three many years.

With their signature social gathering model, the trio, at the moment comprised of Nelson Zapata, Child G, and Paolo Tondo, took over the stage sporting vibrant jackets in shades of purple, blue, and yellow, whereas an entourage of colourful dancers accompanied them as they chanted their iconic “No pares, sigue, sigue” (“Don’t cease, maintain going, maintain going.”)

This 12 months, Proyecto Uno celebrates 35 years of musical profession wherein they’ve given away hits similar to “Brinca”, “Latinos” and “Otro Nivel”, fusing tropical genres with hip-hop, home and techno, making a hybrid sound that has left an indelible mark on Latin music.

The 2024 Billboard Latin Music Awards, hosted by actors Carmen Villalobos and Danilo Carrera, rejoice essentially the most excellent skills in Latin music. This 12 months’s version brings collectively a star-studded lineup that spans all kinds of genres and generations. This 12 months’s performances embrace J Balvin, Chencho Corleone, Fuerza Regida, Gloria Trevi and Maria Becerra, Xavi, Grupo Area of interest, Pepe Aguilar, Prince Royce, Yandel and Proyecto Uno.

For extra on performances, particular awards and behind-the-scenes motion, go to Billboard Español.