Ryan Castro Earns Five Premio Lo Nuestro 2026 Nominations
Ryan Castro Earns Five Premio Lo Nuestro 2026 Nominations, Solidifying His Global Urban Dominance
Colombian hitmaker Ryan Castro continues his unstoppable rise on the global stage, earning five nominations at the Premio Lo Nuestro 2026 awards. The nominations confirm Castro’s position as one of the most influential forces in Latin urban, dancehall, and crossover music today.
With chart-topping singles, a critically acclaimed album, and viral momentum across streaming and social platforms, Ryan Castro’s 2026 nominations reflect a career-defining moment fueled by consistency, innovation, and global reach.
Ryan Castro’s Premio Lo Nuestro 2026 Nominations
Ryan Castro is nominated across multiple high-profile categories:
- Urban – Album of the Year – Sendé
- Urban – Song of the Year – “Ba Ba Bad Remix”
- Crossover Collaboration of the Year – “Ba Ba Bad Remix” with Kybba, Sean Paul, and Busy Signal
- Afrobeat of the Year – “Sanka” with Dongo
- Urban – Collaboration of the Year – “+57” with Karol G, Feid, DFZM, Ovy on the Drums, J Balvin, Maluma, and Blessd
Sendé: A Career-Defining Urban Album
Ryan Castro’s Gold-certified album Sendé stands as one of the most impactful Latin urban releases of the past year. The project earned recognition from Billboard and Billboard Latin as one of the Best Albums of 2025, with additional praise from Rolling Stone en Español.
Blending Afrobeat, dancehall, reggaeton, and urban Latin sounds, Sendé showcased Castro’s versatility and solidified his ability to create globally resonant music while staying rooted in Colombian street culture.
“Ba Ba Bad Remix” and a Breakout Global Summer
“Ba Ba Bad Remix” became one of the biggest urban hits of the summer, reaching the Top 5 in Colombia and charting on Billboard Colombia Hot 100. The record’s cross-cultural collaboration helped bridge Latin urban with global dancehall, earning it nominations in both Urban and Crossover categories.
“La Villa” Goes Viral Across the World
As awards season unfolds, Ryan Castro’s momentum shows no signs of slowing. His latest single, “La Villa,” continues its viral ascent:
- Entered Spotify Global Chart at #83
- Reached #1 in Colombia, Uruguay, Costa Rica, Honduras, and Panama
- Secured Top 10 and Top 20 placements across multiple Latin American markets
- Generated over 1.5 million TikTok creations
The numbers cement “La Villa” as one of the most dominant Latin hits of the moment and a clear reflection of Castro’s global appeal.
Premio Lo Nuestro 2026: Event Details & Voting
The 38th edition of Premio Lo Nuestro will air live on Univision on Thursday, February 19, 2026, celebrating the most impactful voices shaping Latin music today.
Fan voting is now open, giving supporters the opportunity to back Ryan Castro across all nominated categories.
Why Ryan Castro’s Moment Matters
Ryan Castro’s multi-category recognition highlights the expanding global footprint of Latin urban and Afro-influenced music. His success reflects a new era where Latin artists dominate charts, streaming platforms, and cultural conversations worldwide.
As Premio Lo Nuestro 2026 approaches, Ryan Castro stands as one of the leading artists defining the present and future of Latin urban music.
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