SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS — The 6th Annual Premios Tejano Mundial delivered a powerful celebration of tradition and evolution as Tejano music’s biggest names and brightest newcomers were honored Thursday, February 5, at the San Antonio Shrine Auditorium in San Antonio, Texas.
The evening reflected a highly competitive year for the genre—one that balanced legendary careers with fresh voices shaping Tejano’s future. Leading the winners’ circle was Ricardo Castillon Y La Diferenzia, who claimed Album of the Year for Renacimiento Del Phoenix, a project widely praised for its musical depth and modern edge. The group also dominated the Song of the Year categories, earning wins for Cumbia Song of the Year with “Preciosa” and Progressive Song of the Year with “Que Tropieza.”
Jennifer Peña was another standout, taking home Female Vocal Performance of the Year for “Atada,” which also captured Balada Song of the Year, reaffirming her enduring impact and vocal excellence within the genre…