What musical genres have dominated Colombia in recent years?

In a country as vibrant and culturally diverse as Colombia, music is more than just entertainment: it is a manifestation of the identity and essence of its people. The rhythms and melodies that Colombians choose to listen to in their everyday moments reflect the richness, influences and traditions to which they are exposed.

Throughout 2022 and 2023, streaming platforms, such as Spotify, They have given us a window into this fascinating sound world, showing how the musical preferences of Colombians have evolved and revealed patterns that go beyond current trends.

2022: The year of reggaeton and Bad Bunny’s dominance

The year 2022 was marked by the supremacy of reggaeton, a genre that continued its reign as the most played music in Colombia. It is no surprise that Bad Bunny, the Puerto Rican phenomenon, was crowned the most listened to artist of the year. His “Un Verano Sin Ti” tour resonated strongly in the main cities of the country, especially with his memorable performances in Medellin and Bogota.

This connection with the Colombian public not only reaffirmed its popularity, but also consolidated reggaeton as a central pillar in the musical life of Colombians. In addition to reggaeton, other genres such as hip hop, rock, popular music and vallenato occupied a significant place in the preferences of listeners.

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In Bogotá, according to Spotify, Rock remained a dominant genre, showing the capital as a bastion of alternative music and emblematic bands. On the other hand, Barranquilla reaffirmed its love for the vallenato, a genre that remains the soul of coastal festivities and an authentic expression of Caribbean culture.

The musical trends that have captured the hearts of Colombians in recent years have not only been reflected in the playlists of Spotifybut have also had a tangible impact on the demand for live events.

Venues such as the Coliseo MedPlus have witnessed how this diversity of tastes translates into an overflowing enthusiasm for a wide range of concerts and shows, experiencing sold out performances by artists ranging from alternative rock to reggaeton and beyond.

Artists as diverse as Imagine Dragons, Daddy Yankee, Feid, Luis Miguel, Swedish House Mafia, Cristian Nodal y Marc Anthony They have seen Bogotá sell out every single show they have performed in Bogotá. Each of these artists has contributed in a unique way to the country’s musical offering, reflecting not only the vast array of genres that Colombians love, but also the industry’s commitment to providing stages where all this diversity can shine and be celebrated.