Grammy-nominated Edgar Barrera wishes be a pioneer for Latin songwriters

MEXICO CITY (AP) — The third time may be the charm for Edgar Barrera, the Mexican composer and producer nominated for the third consecutive year for the Grammy in the category of songwriter of the year, non-classical.

Barrera has competed in all but one of the years since this category was introduced in 2023. He said that it fills him with pride to be nominated for the 2026 Grammys, which will be presented Sunday in Los Angeles.

If Barrera wins, he’ll be the first Latino to accoladed in the category...