Reggaeton's roots run deeper than Bad Bunny. Daddy Yankee, Don Omar, Ivy Queen and more spent decades building the foundation.
Jesús Triviño AlarcónTainy
Tainy is a Puerto Rican music producer and songwriter who has been instrumental in defining Latin urban music, especially reggaeton and Latin trap, since the early 2000s. He has crafted hits for artists like Bad Bunny, J Balvin, and Daddy Yankee, known for his signature use of syncopated rhythms combined with atmospheric synths that give his productions a distinctive, modern edge. His relevance in the Latin music scene comes from his ability to bridge underground sounds with mainstream appeal, creating tracks that resonate across diverse audiences. Fans return to his work for its innovative fusion of classic reggaeton beats with electronic textures, which has helped propel Latin urban music onto global charts and festival stages.
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The hitmaker discussed his new album, meeting Bad Bunny, serving as the music director for the 2026 Super Bowl, and the milestones that shaped his career.
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Before the World Baseball Classic kicks off, get a closer look at the official soundtrack.
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Tainy Drops New Album 'DATA' f/ Bad Bunny, Skrillex, and More
The star-studded full-length solo debut features Bad Bunny, Ozuna, Daddy Yankee, Skrillex, Rauw Alejandro, Wisin Y Yandel, Arcangel, and others.
Joe Price1128 days ago
Tainy Reveals Tracklist for New Album ‘DATA’ f/ Bad Bunny, Skrillex, and More
Tainy says the new album serves as a series of uploads that ultimately bring a cyborg named Sena to life.
Trace William Cowen1143 days ago
Bad Bunny Shares Video for 'Un Verano Sin Ti' Track "Ojitos Lindos" Featuring Bomba Estéreo
The video for Bad Bunny’s 'Un Verano Sin Ti' song “Ojitos Lindos” with Bomba Estéreo has dropped. The visuals were filmed in Los Angeles and directed by Stillz.
Abel Shifferaw1263 days ago
Badshah Enlists J Balvin and Tainy for New Video and Single "Voodoo"
Indian artist Badshah taps J Balvin and super producer Tainy for his new single "Voodoo," which arrives alongside an accompanying music video.
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Tainy Taps Bad Bunny and Julieta Venegas for "Lo Siento BB:/" Single and Video
After linking up with Shawn Mendes for "Summer of Love" and Yandel for the collaborative album 'Dynasty,' Tainy has returned with a new single and video.
Mackenzie Cummings-Grady1760 days ago
Shawn Mendes Shares Video for New Track "Summer of Love" f/ Tainy
The singer said the single was inspired by his downtime over the past few months: 'I hope this song makes people feel free, free from the weight of life.'
Joshua Espinoza1806 days ago
Tainy and Yandel Share Joint Album 'Dynasty'
Tainy and Yandel have joined forces for the collaborative album 'Dynasty,' which is a celebration of the evolution of their musical relationship and reggaeton.
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Watch J Balvin and Skrillex's New Video for "In da Getto"
The Alfred Marroquín-directed video includes cameos by TikTok comedy star Khaby Lame as well as Jeff Obeng's Mufasa character. Check out the visual here.
Joshua Espinoza1856 days ago
Selena Gomez and Rauw Alejandro Share Video for New Track "Baila Conmigo"
Selena Gomez and Rauw Alejandro connect for the new single and video for "Baila Conmigo," with Gomez set to release her new EP 'Revelación' in March.
tara mahadevan2010 days ago
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Listen to Tainy's EP 'Club Dieciséis'
Tainy has released his newest EP 'Club Dieciséis,' which boasts features from Danileigh, Alvaro Diaz, Dylan Fuentes, and more.
tara mahadevan2052 days ago
Watch Dua Lipa, J Balvin, Bad Bunny, and Tainy's New Video for "Un Día"
"Un Día" is the first time J Balvin, Bad Bunny, and Tainy have collaborated with Dua Lipa for a bilingual crossover hit that features house and Latin music.
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Listen to J Balvin and Tainy's New Song "Agua"
J Balvin and Tainy have shared the first single from the soundtrack for 'The Spongebob Movie: Sponge on the Run,' which is set to be released in 2021.
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Tainy Drops 'The Kids That Grew Up on Reggaeton' EP f/ Sean Paul, Kali Uchis, and More
Reggaeton producer and songwriter Tainy has just dropped a star-studded new EP, 'NEON16 TAPE: The Kids That Grew Up on Reggaeton.'
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Premiere: Tainy Enlists Sean Paul, Cazzu, and Mozart La Para for "LENTO" Video
The Puerto Rican hitmaker is now preparing to drop 'The Kids That Grew Up on Reggaeton: Neon Tapes' EP.
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