In an explosive blend of talent and nostalgia, Latin music idol and pioneer Nicky Jam teams up with multifaceted Argentine phenomenon, Trueno to release their new single, “Cangrinaje” – listen HERE. The track transports fans back to the roots of reggaeton with the raw and vibrant sound that marked the early steps of Nicky Jam’s illustrious career.
“Cangrinaje” pays homage to the golden era of reggaeton, combining Nicky Jam’s unique and charismatic style with Trueno’s fresh and rebellious energy. The production, led by Jorge Milliano (Jorge Alberto Erazo), captures the essence of the era and brings it to the present with a sound that promises to not only resonate with the genre’s loyal followers but also captivate new audiences.
The release is accompanied by its official music video, filmed in the vibrant city of Miami, Florida. This audiovisual project is the result of the creative vision of Andrea Rodriguez in production and masterful direction by Simon Brand, Sergio de Ávila, and Jerome Lehouco. Together, they have encapsulated the essence of “Cangrinaje” in visual form, creating an experience that is both a visual and auditory journey.
This new single not only celebrates Nicky Jam’s legacy in urban music but also points the way towards the future of reggaeton, demonstrating that it’s possible to honor the genre’s roots while exploring and innovating.
About Nicky Jam:
Nick Rivera Caminero, better known as Nicky Jam, is a Latin-Grammy winning musician, actor, philanthropist, and entrepreneur. He is credited across the globe with curating and popularizing a new genre of music, now known as Reggaeton, into the mainstream global music scene in the early 2000s. Throughout his career, Nicky Jam has amassed an array of chart-topping hits on both Latin and international charts. Collaborating with renowned artists such as Enrique Iglesias on the record-breaking “El Perdón,” the 35-times platinum “X,” with J Balvin, and “Te Boté,” featuring Bad Bunny, and Ozuna. Nicky has been honored with numerous awards and accolades over his career, including a Latin-GRAMMY Award, 3 Billboard Music Awards, 3 Latin American Music Awards, 15 Billboard Latin Music Awards and the 2022 Hall of Fame Award at the Billboard Latin Music Awards.
Nicky is currently working on his 7th studio album, expected later this year. The first single, “Cangrinaje” featuring Treuno, pays homage to the golden era of reggaeton and gives fans a taste of what to expect from the highly anticipated project. With each milestone, he continues to push boundaries and evolve as an artist and storyteller, remaining a trailblazer in the world of Latin music.
About Trueno:
Born and raised in La Boca (Buenos Aires), Trueno is considered a central figure in the new wave of artists with their own vision of Rap and Hip Hop coming out of Latin America. Following his groundbreaking impact as the champion of the 2019 Red Bull Batalla de los Gallos and Freestyle Master Series editions, Trueno immediately embarked on a quest for global domination. Trueno left an undeniable mark with releases such as his “Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol.16” – which quickly became the most viewed freestyle session globally – and his debut album ‘Atrevido.’
In 2021, Trueno took the #ATREVIDOTOUR to stages, capping off his debut album with tours in Spain, Uruguay, Argentina, Chile and Mexico to much success.
Trueno then released his acclaimed sophomore album, ‘BIEN O MAL,’ which included the smash hit “UN PASO” alongside J Balvin. The album has over 1.3 billion streams on a global level. Further enhancing the album’s success, Trueno premiered his anticipated Tiny Desk Concert; received a 2022 Latin GRAMMY® nomination under “Best Rap/ Hip Hop Song” for his hit “DANCE CRIP”; and had his first ever run through the U.S. with his sold-out “BIEN O MAL US Tour.” The album’s tour concluded with a historic homecoming show, with three sold out nights at Luna Park Stadium in his hometown, Buenos Aires.
Trueno continued to break cultural barriers throughout 2023 with the release of “F*CK EL POLICE (REMIX)” alongside Cypress Hill. Trueno made history taking home four key awards at Premios Gardel, including the Gardel de Oro for ‘BIEN O MAL.’ Following a jam-packed year with a successful global tour run, Trueno teased his upcoming album with the release of “No Cap,” in collaboration with COLORS. Thus far, Trueno has prepared the way for the arrival of his third studio album with groundbreaking singles “Ohh Baby” and “Tranky Funky.” With a body of work heavily influenced by the legendary pioneers of the genre, Trueno’s mission to demonstrate the lasting impact of Hip Hop has proven time after time to be a total success. Trueno comes at full force, with a new single with Nicky Jam, a new album out on May 24th, and a world tour that is just being announced. All of this before his 22nd birthday.
