Celebrating 20 years of an unparalleled career, Arcángel solidified his legacy once again at the 2026 Premio Lo Nuestro Awards, where he was honored with the prestigious Premio Lo Nuestro 2026 Urban Icon Award. The night marked a powerful celebration of one of Latin music's most influential and enduring figures.

Star-Studded Tribute Performance

In recognition of his two decades of groundbreaking contributions to urbano music, Premio Lo Nuestro paid tribute to Arcángel with a special performance honoring his legacy. The star-studded tribute featured standout performances by Eladio Carrión, J Balvin, Jay Wheeler, Jhayco, Sech, and Mora, each celebrating the hits and cultural impact that have defined Arcángel's career and shaped the genre's global evolution. In addition, surprise guest Feid joined Arcángel on stage to perform their recent single "Mírame Baby."

Arcángel's Premio Lo Nuestro 2026 Urban Icon Award underscores his continued dominance and relevance in Latin music, reaffirming his position as a pioneer who has consistently pushed the boundaries of reggaetón and Latin trap. From genre-defining anthems to chart-topping collaborations, his influence spans generations of artists and fans alike. Being recognized as an Urban Icon further cements his status as a pillar of the culture and a visionary whose artistry has stood the test of time.

Intimate Celebration with Industry Legends

Arcángel's two-decade career was celebrated last night with an intimate dinner surrounded by friends, collaborators, and artists including Maluma, J Balvin, Daddy Yankee, Sech, Eladio Carrión, Mora, Justin Quiles, Edgar Barrera, Jay Wheeler, Ryan Castro, Lunay, Beto (Rawayana), and Codiciado, who came together to toast his lasting contributions to the culture. The gathering reflected not only his artistic achievements, but the deep respect he commands across generations of the urbano movement.

The 38th edition of Premio Lo Nuestro aired live from Miami, Florida on Univision, bringing together the biggest names in Latin music for a night celebrating excellence across genres. Arcángel's victories and the heartfelt tribute served as one of the evening's most unforgettable highlights.

"La 8va Maravilla" and Musical Evolution

Following the release of his highly anticipated album La 8va Maravilla, Arcángel continues his streak of releasing an album every year since 2018. The project featured collaborations with some of Latin music's biggest stars, including Ricky Martin, Sech, Kapo, Daddy Yankee, and Grupo Firme on the previously released track "Cuánto Cuesta," which was debuted at the Palenque de la Feria in Colima, Mexico, where Arcángel joined Grupo Firme as a surprise guest.

The album also showcases Arcángel paving the way for the next generation as a father, with two new songs that featured his son Austin San. The two previously released a joint track in June 2025, "Gohan y Goku," and shared the stage in August for Austin's live debut at Baja Beach in Rosarito, Mexico, performing alongside his father for the first time, further cementing Arcángel's legacy.

"Las 7 Maravillas" Global Journey

As a creative extension of the album, Arcángel launched his unprecedented "Las 7 Maravillas" global journey, becoming the first reggaetón artist to visit all Seven Wonders of the World in just 18 days while documenting the experience in real time. The journey served as inspiration for La 8va Maravilla, offering fans exclusive behind-the-scenes access through daily blogs, vlogs, and interactive content.

A Defining Legacy

These milestones cement 2025 as a defining chapter in Arcángel's remarkable 20-year career, highlighting his evolution as a visionary artist who continues to shape the sound and culture of reggaetón and Latin trap while honoring his roots. With 30.6 million monthly Spotify listeners, Arcángel reaches a global audience that eagerly follows his one-of-a-kind musical and cultural journey.

2026 marked his full return with La 8va Maravilla, ushering in a new chapter that builds on his legacy, pushes his artistry forward, and reinforces his status as a trailblazer in Latin music.

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