{"id":175902,"date":"2025-07-30T15:14:07","date_gmt":"2025-07-30T19:14:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/2025\/07\/30\/arisha-mar-maria-gera-demara-more-emerging-latin-artists-on-our-radar-3\/"},"modified":"2025-07-30T15:14:07","modified_gmt":"2025-07-30T19:14:07","slug":"arisha-mar-maria-gera-demara-more-emerging-latin-artists-on-our-radar-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/2025\/07\/30\/arisha-mar-maria-gera-demara-more-emerging-latin-artists-on-our-radar-3\/","title":{"rendered":"ARISHA, Mar Mar\u00eda, Gera Demara &amp; More Emerging Latin Artists on Our\u00a0Radar"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- no image --><\/p>\n<div><!-- do not apply CSS styles to this element! --><\/p>\n<div class=\"pmc-paywall\">\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tEvery month,\u00a0<em>Billboard<\/em>\u00a0<em>Latin<\/em>\u00a0and\u00a0<em>Billboard Espa\u00f1ol<\/em>\u00a0editors spotlight a group of rising artists whose music we love. Think \u201cdiamantes en bruto,\u201d or \u201cdiamonds in the rough.\u201d These are newcomers who have yet to impact the mainstream \u2014 but whose music excites us, and who we believe our readers should make a point to discover.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tOur latest edition of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.billboard.com\/t\/on-the-radar\/\">On the Radar<\/a>\u00a0Latin includes a wave of emerging artists, who we discovered either by networking, or coming across their music at a showcase, or elsewhere. See our recommendations this month below:<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Name: <\/strong>Adrian Alburez<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Country: <\/strong>Guatemala<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Why They Should Be on Your Radar: <\/strong>Adrian, whom I discovered at the Centroam\u00e9rica Mercado Musical (CAMM) in Costa Rica, embodies a bohemian, old-soul vibe that captivates everyone around him. His gentle, sweet voice paired with lyrics that overflow with love and warmth, showcases his passion for romance in all its forms. Currently, he is devoted to creating his second album, which is set to be released next year. In the meantime, he has embarked on an exciting project titled \u201cLove Sessions,\u201d where he collaborates with other emerging artists from Guatemala, bringing together a diverse range of voices and styles in a charming and heartfelt series that celebrates love and artistry. \u2014 <em>INGRID FAJARDO<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Song For Your Playlist: <\/strong>\u201cBandida\u201d feat. NOVA GARC\u00cdA<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"embed-youtube\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"LOVE SESSION # 2 - Bandida ft. NOVA GARC\u00cdA\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bM7dNeoOuRA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Name:<\/strong> ARISHA<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Country: <\/strong>Mexico<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Why They Should Be on Your Radar: <\/strong>She calls herself an introvert, but her music speaks with the kind of confidence that demands your attention \u2014 quietly and beautifully. Singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist ARISHA is reshaping heartbreak into art with every angelic note. Her aesthetic? Think kitschy, pink, and undeniably sweet. But don\u2019t let the softness fool you. ARISHA\u2019s storytelling cuts deep: raw, vulnerable, and truth-laden \u2014 like her latest single, \u201cTu Desici\u00f3n\u201d via indie label Roman\u2019s Rhythm Factory. \u201cI didn\u2019t write \u2018Tu Decisi\u00f3n\u2019 to be pretty. I wrote it to be true. And truth isn\u2019t always gentle,\u201d she tells\u00a0<em>Billboard Espa\u00f1ol\u00a0<\/em>via email.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tJust like the song\u2019s deceptively sweet sound, the Aguascalientes artist brings a quiet strength to her work, one that doesn\u2019t scream but leaves you floored nonetheless. She began her career on Mexican TV at just six years old and captured hearts at 16 as a standout on talent show\u00a0<em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=p5qLodXk010\">M\u00e9xico Tiene Talento<\/a><\/em> where Guadalajara darling Ximena Sari\u00f1ana\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=WbPUBQ_X9J8&amp;list=RDWbPUBQ_X9J8&amp;start_radio=1\">invited her to duet<\/a>. Now, fresh off lending her voice to the trailer for Chinese drama<em>\u00a0As Beautiful As You<\/em>\u00a0(catch it at the\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=_V8V1FzSQoA\">1:54 min mark<\/a>), ARISHA is quickly racking up streams with her aforementioned single. The track comes paired with a visually arresting music video filmed in New York City. \u2014 <em>ISABELA RAYGOZA<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Song For Your Playlist:<\/strong> \u201cTu Decisi\u00f3n\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"embed-youtube\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"ARISHA 'Tu Decisi\u00f3n' MV\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fstT2UyCcrU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Name:<\/strong> Gera Demara<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Country: <\/strong>United States (Mexicali, Baja California)<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Why They Should Be on Your Radar: <\/strong>Gera Demara is a force to be reckoned with: he sings, he composes, he\u2019s a multi-instrumentalist, and needless to say, he\u2019s charming and handsome. Demara, who\u2019s signed to Warner Music M\u00e9xico, got on my radar at the 2025 Latin Alternative Music Conference (LAMC) in New York, where he spontaneously got on stage during the Camilo Q&amp;A to perform for him. There, he demonstrated his natural-born talents that go beyond being brave and courageous.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tThe 27-year-old artist from Mexicali \u2014 son of the late Regional Mexican artist <a href=\"https:\/\/www.billboard.com\/music\/music-news\/jerry-demara-dead-coronavirus-9491561\/\">Jerry Demara<\/a> \u2014 kicked off his career at 15 years old as Larry Hern\u00e1ndez\u2019s accordion player. Most recently, he penned the heartfelt \u201cAm\u00e9,\u201d interpreted by Christian Nodal. Demara describes his sound as pop and R&amp;B in the M\u00fasica Mexicana realm, best represented in his all-English corrido tumbado, \u201cObvious.\u201d At a LAMC showcase, he announced that his upcoming debut album is dropping soon, and will be called\u00a0<em>La La Land.<\/em> \u2014 <em>JESSICA ROIZ<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Song For Your Playlist:<\/strong> \u201cAme\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"embed-youtube\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Gera Demara - Ame (Official Video)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/slnIaLJ-49o?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Name: <\/strong>H\u00e9ctor Ger\u00f3nimo<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Country: <\/strong>Spain<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Why They Should Be on Your Radar<\/strong>: A chance encounter led me to meet H\u00e9ctor Ger\u00f3nimo \u2014 who was working as a bartender at the Hard Rock Hotel in Madrid, where I stayed just over a year ago, and kindly helped me when I came downstairs, thirsty, looking for water at 2:00 a.m. \u201cAre you an artist?\u201d I asked him, given his obvious rock star looks. H\u00e9ctor Ger\u00f3nimo is no music rookie: He\u2019s been part of projects like Moebio and Monoplasma (alongside Mexican rock guitarist C\u00e9sar \u201cVampiro\u201d L\u00f3pez) and has participated in tributes like\u00a0<em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=HCViwZN1rZs\">Lo Mejor del Rock en Espa\u00f1ol<\/a><\/em>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tNow, the vocalist, songwriter and frontman \u2014 born in Buenos Aires to Spanish parents and living in Madrid since his teens (he also lived four years in L.A. during his time with Monoplasma) \u2014 is forging a solo path with a solid offering. This year, he\u2019s delivered\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=GWnUVcsvjTo\">\u201cAterrizando\u201d<\/a>\u00a0and \u201cEl Desvelo,\u201d the first two singles from an album he plans to release in September, which highlight his honest, evocative voice and his deep roots in\u00a0<em>rock en espa\u00f1ol<\/em>. Clearly influenced by his idols \u2014among whom he cites David Bowie, Elton John, The Cure, Soda Stereo and H\u00e9roes del Silencio \u2014 H\u00e9ctor Ger\u00f3nimo proves that there\u2019s still room in Latin music for rhythms beyond regional Mexican and reggaet\u00f3n. \u2014 <em>SIGAL RATNER-ARIAS<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Song For Your Playlist: <\/strong>\u201cEl Desvelo\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"embed-youtube\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"El Desvelo\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FHZIo2IaCUs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Name:<\/strong> Javier Garitz\u00fa<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Country: <\/strong>Guatemala<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Why They Should Be on Your Radar: <\/strong>Guatemalan artist Javier Garitz\u00fa also formed part of CAMM, which aims to strengthen and energize the music sector in Central America. Known as \u201cEl Charro de Guatemala,\u201d what stood out the most was when one of his colleagues (Adrian Alburez featured above) urged me to listen to Javier\u2019s music, saying, \u201cYou have to hear him; he sings beautiful.\u201d When Javier took the stage at a CAMM showcase, he immediately captivated the audience with his distinctive voice, which carried a unique blend of sweetness and rawness. His charisma connected instantly, making him a perfect representative of the new wave of regional Mexican artists emerging from Guatemala, as he wore his cowboy hat.\u2014 <em>I.F.<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Song For Your Playlist: <\/strong>\u201cYa Es Tarde\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"embed-youtube\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Ya Es Tarde - Javier Garist\u00fa (Video Oficial)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CsTlvMDyZMo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Name:<\/strong> Kei Linch<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Country:<\/strong> Colombia<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Why They Should Be on Your Radar:<\/strong> Straight off of being a finalist on El Factor X in Colombia in 2021, Kei Linch (real name: Karla Luc\u00eda Cajamarca) took advantage of the momentum and launched her music career. Her debut single, \u201cDe La Esquina al Cielo,\u201d further cemented why she was a favorite on the reality talent show. She continued her streak on social media, mainly on TikTok, where she currently boasts over one million followers. In 2023, the Colombian rapper landed a record deal with Sony Music Colombia. Through her rap bars, Kei Linch evokes wit, sensuality, and power, all backed by her smooth and soulful vocals. Kei Linch has released two albums: <em>Dulcinea<\/em> (2024) and <em>Amor y Playa<\/em> (2025). Kei Linch has collaborated with renowned rappers Nanpa B\u00e1sico, Akapellah, and Micro TDH, to name a few, and opened Trueno\u2019s concerts in Medell\u00edn and Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0\u2014 <em>J.R.<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Song For Your Playlist:<\/strong> \u201cbby please\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"embed-youtube\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Kei Linch, SOG - bby please (Video Oficial)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/v5i0F-JWmVY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Name: <\/strong>Los Gran Reyes<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Country:<\/strong> United States (Dallas, Texas)<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Why They Should Be on Your Radar:<\/strong> I first heard of Los Gran Reyes when their cumbia version of La Oreja de Van Gogh\u2019s \u201cRosas\u201d stumbled on my For You Page on TikTok. Then, I met some of the members personally at the 2025 LAMC in New York and was completely captivated by their hustling spirit and networking skills. This Dallas-based band is keeping cumbia music \u2014 in all its forms \u2014 alive: cumbia lagunera, Colombian cumbia, Argentina\u2019s cumbia villera, you name it. Led by Agustin Granados Jr., the eight-member group (formed by musicians on the accordion\/keytar, drums, g\u00fcira, trumpets, guitars, conga drums, and electric bass) has been making the rounds since 2010. However, thanks to their presence on social media, the group is creating a more solid and faithful fan base. This May, Los Gran Reyes released their 11-track studio album<em> Cumbia Vibes <\/em>under AG Super Music Group.\u00a0\u2014 <em>J.R.<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Song For Your Playlist:<\/strong> \u201cBaila Morena\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"embed-youtube\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Los Gran Reyes - Baila Morena (Video Oficial 2025)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nxw5uLcflVg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Name: <\/strong>Mar Mar\u00eda<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Country: <\/strong>Panama<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Why They Should Be on Your Radar:<\/strong> Also at the CAMM event in Costa Rica, I had the pleasure of meeting Mar Mar\u00eda. Her sweet smile radiates warmth and perfectly complements her ethereal pop vocals. During the event, I was fortunate enough to catch a glimpse of her artistic vision. She was part of the songwriting camp organized in collaboration with Sony Music Publishing alongside a gifted artist from Guatemala called Adriana and talented producer, Manuel Murillo.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tTogether, they crafted an extraordinary piece of music that showcased their unique styles and artistic synergy, leaving everyone who listened in awe of their collaborative brilliance. Her new single \u201cMar,\u201d weaves together the calming sounds of crashing waves, creating a serene coastal atmosphere. Complementing this aquatic backdrop are rich, immersive choirs that rise and fall like the tide, adding depth and emotion to the lyrics that talk about expressing her emotions.\u2014<em> I.F.<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Song For Your Playlist: <\/strong>\u201cMar\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"embed-youtube\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Mar Maria - Mar (Video Lyrics)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NfADkvod3rE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Name:<\/strong> Nico Ruiz<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Country: <\/strong>Chile<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Why They Should Be on Your Radar: <\/strong>Chile\u2019s Nico Ruiz is a modern-day crooner whose sound and look evokes from Spain\u2019s David Bisbal to Mexico\u2019s Carlos Rivera. With his rich tenor and elegant model look, Ruiz , 24, follows the footsteps of singers with commanding stage presence who favor classic-tinged arrangements with big-band influences. Although Ruiz performs covers (as he did in the Vi\u00f1a del Mar pre-festival gala earlier this year) he also writes his own material, including his latest, \u201cInstinto Animal,\u201d released via Expo Compositores Music. A debut album is currently in the works with production help from Emilio Estefan. \u2014 <em>LEILA COBO<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Song For Your Playlist: <\/strong>\u201cInstinto Animal\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"embed-youtube\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Nico Ruiz | Instinto Animal | Video Musical\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eq2ZLBxp6oo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Name: <\/strong>NXNNI<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Country: <\/strong>Mexico<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Why They Should Be on Your Radar:<\/strong> About a year ago, I heard NXNNI on the recordings of\u00a0<em>B\u00e9lico Indie<\/em>. She was the only woman on the concept album, which was released amidst the excitement of corridos b\u00e9licos and tumbados, and her powerful performance and image made her shine brightly. Her debut album, released in 2015 under the title\u00a0<em>Mi Mundo Kawaii<\/em>, presented a very interesting duality: an anime-focused look with lyrics mostly about love and heartbreak, all while maintaining the accompaniment of the electric bass, tololoche, and charchetas, fundamental instruments in the new sound of regional Mexican music.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tNXNNI\u2019s career has progressed significantly, adding a participation in the 2024 Pa\u2019l Norte Festival and now announced for November 7th as part of the Arre Festival lineup, where she will join big names in regional Mexican music. Her most recent material includes \u201cGuapa y Soltera,\u201d a summer song in which she experiments with keyboards and choreography.\u00a0<em>\u2013 TERE AGUILERA<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Song For Your Playlist:<\/strong> \u201cGuapa y Soltera\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"embed-youtube\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"NXNNI - GUAPA Y SOLTERA\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KiTbaMNG_Os?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Name: <\/strong>TAPABOKA<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Country: <\/strong>Puerto Rico<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Why They Should Be on Your Radar:<\/strong> A mutual friend introduced me to TAPABOKA before it had even fully come to life. Ana Mora, Sof Capllonch, and Vic Nieves, with the recent addition of drummer Daniel Maym\u00ed, give life to this femme-punk rage project, presenting a strikingly original vision that seamlessly merges electrifying vocal performances with compelling lyrical themes centered on resistance and empowerment. It evokes an inspiring picture of a future where women are at the forefront, supported by a vibrant alternative music scene, powerful sound to elevate the feminist cause. Following the release of their debut single and music video, \u201cEl Rey,\u201d TAPABOKA unveiled their self-titled debut EP, which encapsulates their fuel and expressions, resonating deeply with the struggles and aspirations of their community. \u2014 <em>I.F.<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<strong>Song For Your Playlist:<\/strong> \u201cEl Rey\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"embed-youtube\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"TAPABOKA - El Rey (Official Video)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fWH51EMutm4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.billboard.com\/music\/latin\/arisha-on-the-radar-latin-emerging-artists-july-2025-1236032846\/\">Aller \u00e0 la source<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Every month,\u00a0Billboard\u00a0Latin\u00a0and\u00a0Billboard Espa\u00f1ol\u00a0editors spotlight a group of rising artists whose music we love. Think \u201cdiamantes en bruto,\u201d or \u201cdiamonds in the rough.\u201d These are newcomers who have yet to impact the mainstream \u2014 but whose music excites us, and who we believe our readers should make a point to discover. Our latest edition of\u00a0On the [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-175902","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-musique","et-doesnt-have-format-content","et_post_format-et-post-format-standard"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/175902","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=175902"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/175902\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=175902"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=175902"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cyberlego.com\/web\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=175902"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}