SonLokos is a musical group that was born in the city of Miami at the beginning of 2012, proposing a fusion of son and other traditional Cuban rhythms such as Afro-Cuban music and timba, with elements of hip-hop, electronic music, rap, reggaeton and trap.
SonLokos is characterized by the cadence and freshness of its sound that goes from son to discharge and also warms up the dance floor with reggaeton and timba. The result is danceable and contagious music that makes it practically impossible for dancers to leave the dance floor. His repertoire includes classics such as “Fundamento” and “Yo no soy liar” along with original songs such as the single from his first album “Se te va la guagua” and Goza el Party.
The members of Sonlokos are excellent musicians, who are part of the rich musical scene of Miami, a unique phenomenon throughout the country due to its rhythm, strength and diversity.
SonLokos, has the direction of Raymer Olalde on timbales and vocals. In addition to being nominated for a Grammy and a Latin Grammy as part of the group PALO! Raymer has accompanied artists such as Celia Cruz, Cachao, Luis Enrique, Nathalie Cole, Albita, Enrique Iglesias, Ed Calle, Descemer Bueno and Rey Ruiz among others.
The first single from this new album is already on the official Sonlokos YouTube channel, “Miami” Featuring Leslie Cartaya and Bonco Quiñongo, a song dedicated to the beautiful city of the sun where they show the beautiful views of Miami and the importance of love and happiness. family for our Hispanic community. Miami premiered as part of a Fox Sports special for the 2020 Superbowl and was chosen by the Miami Marlins to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. “Sonlokos En La Calle” is the new musical proposal by Sonlokos that maintains the sound and the initial concept of the group of mixing son, guaracha, changui and other Cuban and tropical rhythms with more modern rhythms such as reggaeton, hiphop funk and jazz.
With 9 original songs and a classic cover of Cuban music, Sonlokos promises to make you dance and laugh with these ten songs. “We were fortunate to have several special guests on this new album, we thank Jose Alberto El Canario, Mr. Haka, Leslie Cartaya and Bonco Quiñongo for joining us on this new adventure.” Sonlokos comments.
Sonlokos En la Calle premiered in April of 2023 together with the Official Video of the song sponsored by the new lager Hatuey Beer and City of Doral.