Latin Grammys On September 1, 2004.

The Latin Recording Academy announced that its celebration of the 5th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards will take place on September 1 and will originate from Los Angeles’ landmark Shrine Auditorium. The show – which features performances from some of the genre’s most important and exciting artists – will broadcast on the CBS Television Network from 9-11 p.m. (ET/PT). In addition to its U.S. broadcast, the 5th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards will be broadcast in approximately 100 countries worldwide.

With the addition of two new categories – Best Singer-Songwriter Album and Best Christian Album (Portuguese Language) – the 5th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards will feature 43 awards, including four general categories: Record Of The Year, Album Of The Year, Song Of The Year, and Best New Artist. Nominations for the 5th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards will be announced July 14.

“Hollywood called! Bringing the show to Los Angeles, one of the most culturally and musically vital cities in America, is a natural for the production of the Latin GRAMMY Awards,” said President of the Latin Recording Academy Gabriel Abaroa. “We thank Leslie Moonves and our great partners at CBS for collaborating with us to ensure that this celebration will again surpass everyone’s expectations! We look forward to working with our new partners at the Shrine as we prepare to showcase our fantastic music to the world.”

“We are delighted to once again broadcast the Latin GRAMMY Awards,” said Jack Sussman, Sr. Vice President, CBS, Specials. “The show –which features the best Latin music and performers in the world — is always a spectacular event that represents the Network’s continued commitment to diversity programming and the Latin Recording Academy, and it is truly the best showcase for Latin music on television.”

“In this milestone year, we’re extremely proud of all the accomplishments of the Latin Recording Academy over the past five years, from increased ratings to its expanding number of categories,” said Neil Portnow, President, the Recording Academy. “We look forward to an exciting and dynamic Latin GRAMMY season this fall.”

“I am so pleased to welcome the Latin GRAMMYs back to Los Angeles, the entertainment capital of the world,” said Mayor Jim Hahn. “Latino culture once again celebrates its accomplishments – in front of an international audience – on a stage right here in Los Angeles.”