Peso Pluma Unveils Ambitious Fourth Album ‘Éxodo’: A Deep Dive into Música Mexicana
Peso Pluma Takes the Music World by Storm with New Album ‘Éxodo’
In less than a year, Peso Pluma has skyrocketed to become the world’s biggest música Mexicana artist. Born Hassan Emilio Kabande Laija, the 25-year-old singer has not only pushed corridos, the folk songs of his native Mexico, into the mainstream but also leads the trap-infused wave of corridos tumbados. His success on the charts and in the culture has been remarkable, but it has also sparked controversy due to corridos’ historical connection to narco culture.
Despite facing cartel threats and criticism, Peso Pluma used his performance at Coachella to address the complicated artistic legacy of corridos. Now, he unveils ‘Éxodo’, his fourth album and the follow-up to the Grammy-winning ‘Génesis’. The album showcases Peso’s versatility as he explores genres like hip-hop and reggaeton while staying true to the fiery and fearless corridos that made him famous.
In tracks like ‘Hollywood’ and ‘La Durango’, Peso collaborates with artists like Esteban Plazola and Eslabon Armado to celebrate the grind of staying on top and the party lifestyle. The album also features love songs like ‘Reloj’, where Peso reflects on past relationships. Additionally, Peso brings corridos and hip-hop together in tracks like ‘Put Em in the Fridge’ with Cardi B, showcasing his crossover appeal.
With ‘Éxodo’, Peso Pluma solidifies his position as a global pop star while staying true to his música Mexicana roots. The album, set to be released on June 20, 2024, under Double P Records, promises to be a bold and uncompromising statement from the rising superstar.
