Santaferia: A Burst Of Chilean Cumbia With New Release “De Quien Es La Culpa”

The iconic Chilean cumbia band, Santaferia, continues their unstoppable musical journey by announcing the release of their latest single "De Quien Es La Culpa," a special collaboration with talented Chilean artist Araus Danesi. With a successful career and a prominent position in the Latin American music scene, the band once again showcases their versatility and creativity by reimagining a popular Brazilian song from their unique cumbia perspective.

This fresh single emerged from a casual conversation between Santaferia's members and Araus Danesi, who proposed adapting the song and expressed confidence that it would perfectly fit the band's lead vocalist, Pollo Gonzalez. "This song would suit your voice very well," Danesi told Gonzalez, igniting a collaborative process that resulted in an exciting version of "De Quien Es La Culpa." Pollo Gonzalez shared, "These are those swift things life offers, and cumbia allows for adaptations, covers, and a myriad of other things."

Deep Ties with Mexican Music and Audience

Santaferia's connection to Mexican music and its fervent audience is not new. Recently, the Chilean band released "Bájale Un Cambio," a collaboration with Mexican musician Campa Valdez. The music video was shot in the picturesque Xochimilco, Mexico City, during their performance at Foro Hilvana in March 2023. This impressive music video captures the blend of rhythms and the vibrant atmosphere of the location.

Santaferia's relationship with Mexico is profound and significant. They've had the privilege of performing on multiple occasions, solidifying their bond with their Mexican followers. For this reason, the band is thrilled to announce their upcoming Mexico tour, set to kick off in October. The tour will span cities like Guadalajara, Toluca, Monterrey, Mexico City, Puebla, and many more. The warmth and respect from their Mexican fans reflect the special connection between the band and their Mexican audience.

Tickets for Santaferia's Mexico concerts are already available and can be purchased through Boletia and Passline. The tour will commence on October 13 in Puebla, followed by a return to Foro Hilvana on October 14, and further stops in Toluca on October 15, Monterrey on October 19, Cuernavaca on October 20, and Guadalajara on October 23.

Santaferia continues to demonstrate their passion for music and commitment to their audience, promising an exhilarating musical journey at every stage of their career. With the release of "De Quien Es La Culpa" their collaboration with Araus Danesi, and the infectious energy that characterizes their live performances, Santaferia remains a musical phenomenon that captures hearts across the continent.

More About Santaferia:

The eleven musicians that make up Santaferia arrived at the cumbia party after traveling different paths. The band was born in 2006 and has since become an important player in the Chilean national scene, with their music being played on radio, TV, and the internet. Their debut was the single "Sákate uno," and the group has now released five studio albums: Le Traigo Cumbia (2011), Lo Que Va a Pasar (2013), Haciendo Nada (2016), En el Ojo del Huracán (2017), and Cumbia Casera (2021). In addition to these productions, there is the DVD Santaferia 10 Años, recorded in 2016 at the Movistar Arena before 13,000 attendees, and the vinyl and CD compilation Hasta el sol te seguiré. In 2016, Santaferia also published its first chronicles book titled "La Ruta del Huracán," written by Cristóbal González Lorca and received with great enthusiasm.

In 2021, they celebrated their Pulsar Awards, the most prestigious in Chile, for "Best Tropical and Ranchera Music Artist." Santaferia continues its journey, sharing its music and joy with its audience in Chile and around the world. With 15 years of experience, it has become one of the most important bands not only in the movement but in the country, with significant achievements and a huge amount of fans.

In 2022, Santaferia embarked on its first tour of Mexico, a tour that is part of the celebrations for its 15th anniversary, which began last October 2021 with the premiere of their documentary and spectacular concerts at the Gran Arena Monticello. Mexico was a pending challenge for Santaferia, and Mexican music and culture have always been influential for artists in Chile, and Santaferia is no exception. On March 17, 2022, they made their debut on Mexican soil in the city of Tlaxcala, concluding the 12-date tour confirmed at the IxtapaluSKA Festival on April 2 in Ixtapaluca, Edo. De Mexico.