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29-05-2025
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How Beéle's Caribbean Aura Turned Him Into Colombia's Breakout Star
Beéle was 12 years old when he discovered 'Aye' by Nigerian-American artist Davido — a song he says immediately connected him with the Afrobeat genre. 'I felt the vibe and started writing notes and poems,' he tells Billboard. 'It was my way of disconnecting from the world. I preferred doing that and practicing my guitar to going out and playing with my friends.' More from Billboard Zak Starkey Rubbishes Reports He Retired from The Who, Insists He Was 'Fired' Lorde Makes Surprise Appearance at Aotearoa Music Awards Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Perform 1996 Hit 'Tha Crossroads' on 'Everybody's Live' His native Barranquilla — located on the Caribbean Coast of Colombia, and which is also home to Shakira and Joe Arroyo — has also influenced the Latin Afrobeat and pop-dancehall sound he's known for today. 'I grew up in a family where salsa, champeta, and African music from the 80s and 90s were heavily influenced,' he explains. 'I grew up surrounded by that culture and by a working-class neighborhood in Barranquilla, where I found my place over time. I understood that everything that made me proud of where I come from and the freedom to express myself perfectly reflects my personality and who I truly am.' At 16, the artist born Brandon de Jesús López Orozco (Beéle is the pronunciation of his initials BL), released his debut single 'Loco' under Hear This Music — a feel-good, suave Afrobeats groove backed by his deep, melodic vocals. Its remix, featuring Farruko, Natti Natasha, and Manuel Turizo — and released in the midst of the 2020 pandemic — earned the emerging act his first Billboard chart entry, reaching No. 18 on the Latin Digital Song Sales chart. Since then, the Colombian artist has carved his sound path in the industry by teaming up with artists such as Feid, Rauw Alejandro, Myke Towers, Maluma and Piso 21. His 2023 collaboration with Sebastian Yatra and Manuel Turizo, 'Vagabundo,' marked his first No. 1 hit on both the Latin Airplay and Latin Pop Airplay charts. This year, 'Mi Refe' with Ovy on the Drums peaked at No. 8 on the Latin Rhythm Airplay chart and 'La Plena (W Sound 05)' with W Sound and Ovy on the Drums gave him his first No. 1 on the Billboard Argentina Hot 100 chart. 'One day in the studio, I stopped, looked in the mirror to see who I was, and from there I said, I love this,' he expresses. 'What I wanted to show the world is that beyond being an artist, I want them to feel what I feel. From then on, my career has been created by that musical and diverse explosion that defines me. All along, I've tried not to look like anyone else.' Earlier this month, Beéle released his debut studio album Borondo (5020 Records), home to 26 tracks, including 'Dios Me Oyó' with Marc Anthony. The set marked the artist's debut on the Billboard album charts, bowing at No. 10 on Top Latin Albums and No. 4 on Top Latin Rhythm Albums on the lists dated May 31. 'My encounter with music has always been unexpected,' he says. 'For me, music is a connection to my everyday life. I've had to live the way I live to be able to make the songs I'm making. I express myself. My heart speaks, my emotions speak, and they connect with the audience. I don't just make music, I make art.' Below, learn more about May's Billboard Latin Artist on the Rise: Name: Brandon de Jesús López Orozco Age: 22 Recommended Song: 'Mi Refe' Biggest Accomplishment: 'Since I started making music, I've achieved everything I've wanted, in my own way. My greatest achievement, truly, professionally speaking, has been making my first album, because I've always prayed for it and asked God that my music would connect with hearts the way his words connect with mine. I've been able to achieve something in this life that would make my children proud.' What's Next: 'People think that after making this album, I'm going to stop for a while, but there are some really beautiful collaborations coming this summer. That way people can continue enjoying Beéle.' Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Yahoo
13-04-2025
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Travis Scott Transforms Coachella Into a Late-Night Rager
When Travis Scott spoke to Complex about his Coachella set, he promised it would not be 'not about Trav' and instead about community. He kept true to his word. On Saturday night, the rapper played his set from the middle of the crowd, using the main stage as a mere backdrop to his performance. A brass band of around 60 musicians led by a kooky composer opened Scott's hourlong set from the main stage, which was decorated with a brutalist design. The Houston rapper surprisingly opened with 'Aye' and 'Crush,' two songs he's featured on before debuting two unknown tracks that vibed with the audience. More from Rolling Stone 'Not Part of the MAGA Agenda': Green Day Tear Through Decades of Hits During Coachella Debut Charli XCX Makes Coachella 'Brat' With Billie Eilish, Lorde, and Troye Sivan Coachella 2025: Stream Green Day's Long-Awaited Headlining Set Throughout the performance, Scott sang and rapped from a moving circular stage positioned in the middle of the general admission area. The platform rose high into the air as he energized the crowd. He only appeared on the main stage set for songs 'Skyfall' and 'Highest in the Room.' The Weeknd's vocals rang in the desert as Scott performed their collaboration, 'Skeletons,' and elsewhere in the set, Scott mashed up his song 'Modern Jam' with the beat of Drake's 'Nokia.' Scott lived up to his 'designs the desert' special guest slot with the artistic elements of his staging alone. It was unlike any other until this point in the weekend. To end his performance, Scott kept the hits coming with 'FE!N' — which he played twice — and 'Sicko Mode,' which featured an intro from the horns. He also played 'Goosebumps' and ended with 'Telekinesis' as he came close to the audience walking by the large crowds. 'With Coachella, that's something I've always wanted to headline. I was supposed to do it and unfortunately, it didn't happen. So it's cool to be able to come back and do it,' he told Complex earlier this year. 'I'm trying to create a next-level way to do things. It's more selfless, though. It's not about Trav.' The performance came after the rapper sold out an upcoming tour in Asia with stops in Korea, China, and Japan. He's also visiting Qatar, South Africa, and India later this year. He hosted an activation that matched the performance aesthetic, featuring new merch specifically for the festival, along with items from brands such as Erewhon and Vetements. Fans could also pose for photos in front of a giant teddy bear with the musician's name etched on its foot. Best of Rolling Stone The 50 Greatest Eminem Songs All 274 of Taylor Swift's Songs, Ranked The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time
