Drops Debut ‘Solo’ Album & More Best New Music Latin

New Music Latin is a compilation of the best new Latin songs and albums recommended by Billboard Latin and Billboard Español editors. 

Chencho Corleone, SOLO (Cero/Sony Music Latin)

The wait is over: Chencho Corleone has dropped his debut album SOLO, five years after parting ways from popular early 2000s reggaetón duo Plan B. “I know many doubted and bet against me, what will they say now, I wonder?/ My people didn’t bend, they trusted me, and now we are relaxing,” he opens up in the 37-second intro “Tirao Pa Tra” powered by dramatic violins. Home to 18 songs, the set stays faithful to Chencho’s sound, notably with a handful of futuristic perreos such as “Menta,” “Good Times” and “District.” The Puerto Rican artist also experimented with cumbia in “Lo Caro y Lo Bueno” and electronic music in the closing track “Himalaya.” 

“It took me many nights working without looking at the clock to finish this album that I’m sure will be one of your favorites,” he expressed in an Instagram post. “Thanks to all the artists and producers who collaborated with me, thank you!!! Thankful to all my fans for waiting that finally… the day has come !!! Enjoy SOLO just as I enjoyed creating it for you.” SOLO — which includes the previously-released single “Un Cigarrillo,” Chencho’s first solo No. 1 hit on the Billboard Latin Airplay chart — also includes star-studded collaborations with Peso Pluma, DJ Snake, Rauw Alejandro, Jowell & Randy, Bryant Myers and Jay Wheeler, the latter on the focus track “Cinco Estrellas.” — JESSICA ROIZ