Sevdaliza, Pabllo Vittar & Yseult - Alibi
This transatlantic trio are each representing a different nation. The lead credited artist Sevdaliza is a Dutch/Iranian star, Pabllo Vittar is putting Brazil on the map with her feature and Yseult is representing the French, smoothly serenading this reggaeton track. Vittar’s vocals are impressive, an opera-esque style opens the track and closes her verse too. There’s a hidden feature from Totó La Momposina, who’s vocals are from the Magín Díaz classic ‘Rosa’ heard in the chorus. These leading ladies aren’t scared of confrontation, after all the lyrics spell it out for you clear enough, ‘I just killed a man, she's my alibi’.
Rauw Alejandro - Déjame Entrar
‘Déjame Entrar’ is the newest instalment in Rauw Alejandro’s discography and seemingly the first of which has sparked conversation of a new project. This also marks another new beginning for Alejandro as he says himself, ‘Es la primera vez que MAG y El Zorro se juntan en el estudio’. Known for his work with Bad Bunny, MAG and Alejandro formulated a beat tailor-made for that after-sun cooldown, with light drums, breezy synths and fresh guitar strums. The music video sees the Puerto Rican, also known as El Zorro, in an equestrian centre with a draping curtain inscribed ,‘COSA NUESTRA - FALL 2024’.
Kris Floyd - Habrán Señales
Tropical keys start this song and from the first second listeners are transported to the world of ‘Dias En La Isla’, the six-track mixtape where this song can be found. The hook features Floyd and a female love interest singing back and forth to each other, ‘Voy a que sí / A que no / A que sí’. Only two and a half minutes long, this song leaves audiences wanting more, but don’t worry, the song loops effortlessly so you can fulfil your ‘Habrán Señales’ needs. This is a chill and toned down number and Floyd’s calm nature fits this calm vibe.
Peso Pluma, Kenia Os - TOMMY & PAMELA
Named after 90’s power couple Tommy Lee and Pamela Anderson, Peso Pluma and Kenia Os have let their minds go wild. With lyrics like ‘Grabemos la secuela del sextape de Tommy y Pamela’, it’s clear that this duo have a one track mind, later singing ‘Los dos sabemos que está mal’. The music video is even more literal with the opening shot of a VHS tape, Os draped in red much like Baywatch actress’ iconic swimsuit matched with blonde bombshell hair and a retro car swarmed by paparazzi. Chris Jedi Gaby Music produced this La Doble P and K Os duet, it’s been blessed by the best.
La Cruz - SAHARA
Performing the line ‘Me pone peligroso, como una pistola’ while pairing it with pistol-like drums is one thing, yet actually delivering it in a clean and distinct manner like La Cruz does is tasteful, stylish and captures his artistry from start to finish. The rising Venezuelan star knows lots about style as his lyrics boast brands like Hugo Boss and Calvin Klein. There’s synth brass laid across the chorus and outro, there’s a contrast to the sunken drum pattern found in the verses, a nice variation. This is his first release in eight months, let’s hope the next single comes sooner as listeners are craving La Cruz’s expertise.
Bonus Track:
Maria Becerra, Trueno, Big One - Cuando Te Vi
Released in the final days of July, this Argentinian collaboration brings together musical artists from the same country with different musical roles. With Big One being a DJ and music producer, vocalist Maria Becerra, and rapper Trueno. The beat helps fuse their musical talents together while providing opportunities to lead. Trueno makes sure this is an Argentine anthem with a clever reference to the Buenos Aires stadium, ‘Esta cara llena un estadio y yo pienso que es Bombonera’. Becerra, La Nena De Argentina, wins the best lyric with, ‘I got twenty-one questions and they are for you / A ti te gustan seductora' como Betty Boop’.
