Happy Friday! It’s been an amazing summer for new music. As we kick off the weekend, now is the time to make sure you have the perfect playlist for the beach, dance floor, pool party, or living room. Check out some of the hottest releases that were dropped this week.
BAD BUNNY – ALAMBRE PúA
Amid his Debí Tirar Más Fotos World Tour, which is about to take Germany, the one and only Bad Bunny drops the short but sweet, “ALAMBRE PúA.” Staying true to his Puerto Rican roots with elements of bomba and plena, the singer reflects on a past love that made an everlasting impact.
DANNA – KHE CALOR
DANNA turns up the head with the hypnotic dance track “KHE CALOR.” The electric track is true to its name and will make you want to hit the dance floor and get nice and sweaty with your friends or someone special.
Planta Industrial – Teteo in The Bronx
Dominican supergroup Planta Industrial brings the genre-blending vibes for “Teteo in The Bronx.” Fusing punk energy with hip hop swagger and old school rap reminiscent of the Beastie Boys, it’s a love story to the Bronx. It’s a breath of fresh air for the music scene that will instantly have you moving.
Chimbala, El Alfa El Jefe – ME LA SUBE
Dembow powerhouses Chimbala and El Alfa “El Jefe” reunite for “Me la Sube,” a high-energy summer anthem that will have you moving your hips. More than a collab, it’s a full-circle moment because Chimbala once produced for El Alfa early in his career. The video kicks off with a nostalgic throwback to their early days and celebrates dembow’s evolution as a genre.
Maluma – BRONCEADOR
Maluma just dropped “BRONCEADOR,” and it’s the perfect track for these sunny days on the beach or dance floor. With reggaeton, pop, and a splash of afrobeats, it’ll light up your ears. Set on the streets of Cartagena, the song tells the story of being captivated by a woman and the need to get to know her more.
FARIANA, Ñengo Flow – Gangsta Love / Bellakiti
Fariana is back with Gangsta Love, a fierce, no-skips EP alongside reggaetón legend Ñengo Flow. The three-track release, “Bellakiti,” “Gangsta Love,” and “Pum Pum (Remix)” blends early 2000s reggaetón with Latin trap and Afrobeat flair. Ñengo was the first to back Fariana internationally, and their chemistry shines through in this full-circle moment.
Reik, Xavi – La del Primer Puesto
Xavi makes a huge collaboration, dropping “La del Primer Puesto” with Reik. It’s a new, slow, pop ballad sound for Xavi, showcasing his diverse range as his unique vocals shine through. The fresh emotional track continues to prove why the Mexican-American singer is one of the voices leading the Gen-Z generation of singers.
Bodine – Pastillas De Colores
The always captivating Bodine releases “Pastillas De Colores.” With it’s electro-pop single reflects on a lost love you gave everything to, with her ethereal vocals shining through. The rising Puerto Rican singer is one to watch as she continues to make her mark on the Latin music scene.
J Balvin, Lenny Tavárez, Justin Quiles – Zun Zun
J Balvin just dropped Mixteip, a surprise 10-track project, and at the center of it all is “Zun Zun,” a reggaeton banger featuring Justin Quiles and Lenny Tavarez. The trio trade verses over a classic beat with an old-school reggae sound. It comes with a music video, shot on a ‘90s camcorder, with the singers’ reggaeton bringing the nostalgia with their oversized fits and chains.
Bad Gyal, Ozuna – Última Noche
Bad Gyal and Ozuna are back with “Última Noche,” a flirty, kompa-inspired duet about wanting one last night to turn into something more. She first teased it during a surprise appearance at his Ibiza show, and it came right in time for summer. The Afro-Caribbean sounds shine through as the artists combine their sensual sounds for an infectious listening experience.
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