The Cuban music producer Gatillo has taken a significant step in his career with the release of Aenigma, his first album as a producer-artist, which has debuted at number 3 on the Latin USA iTunes chart, surpassing established figures in the Latin music scene.
Aenigma includes 14 tracks and features some of the most prominent voices in the Cuban urban genre: El Chacal, Yakarta, Lenier, El Micha, Jacob Forever, El Chulo, Descemer Bueno, Dany Ome, and Kevincito El 13, among others.
"We want to place Cuban urban music on the global map, especially with the genre 'reparto', which originates from timba and salsa," explained Gatillo, who also highlighted that the rise of this style has seen its greatest expansion in Miami.
At just 28 years old, Gatillo already has a decade of experience in the industry and has been responsible for several viral hits and albums certified by the RIAA. As the founder of the project Dany Ome & Kevincito El 13, he has played a key role in the evolution of contemporary Cuban urban sound.
Backed by the distributor Caliéntalo Media, Aenigma positions itself as a strong commitment to the internationalization of the cast, aiming to capture audiences in key markets such as Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, and other countries in Latin America.
The strong debut of the album on digital platforms, particularly its prominent position on iTunes Latin USA, reflects the growing global interest in Cuban urban sound and its contemporary evolution.
Here are some songs from this album for you to kick off the week with plenty of Cuban rhythm:
Frequently Asked Questions about Gatillo and their album "Aenigma"
Who is Gatillo and what does he achieve with his album "Aenigma"?
Gatillo is a 28-year-old Cuban music producer who has successfully released his debut album "Aenigma", debuting at number 3 on the iTunes Latin USA chart. This achievement highlights his influence in Cuban urban music and his ability to bring together well-known artists from the genre in a single project.
Which artists collaborate on Gatillo's album "Aenigma"?
In "Aenigma," prominent voices of the Cuban urban genre collaborate such as El Chacal, Lenier, Descemer Bueno, Jacob Forever, El Micha, Yakarta, El Chulo, Dany Ome, and Kevincito El 13, among others. These collaborations reflect the diversity and talent present in Cuba's urban music scene.
What is Gatillo's objective in releasing "Aenigma"?
The aim of Gatillo with "Aenigma" is to position Cuban urban music on the global map, especially within the "reparto" genre, which is a mix of timba and salsa. The album seeks to captivate audiences in key markets such as Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic.
What impact has "Aenigma" had on digital platforms?
"Aenigma" has had a strong start on digital platforms, particularly standing out on iTunes Latin USA. This success reflects the growing global interest in Cuban urban sound and its contemporary evolution.
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