The five-member group formed by HYBE Latin America has officially released their debut EP DUAL, a six-track project that explores the duality shaping the band’s artistic identity. Blending Latin pop melodies with club-driven rhythms, the project positions SANTOS BRAVOS at the intersection of Latin music’s emotional core and the global precision often associated with modern pop production.
The concept behind DUAL revolves around two defining forces: “SANTO” reflects the group’s spontaneous energy, moments of celebration, friendship, and melodic warmth rooted in Latin pop. “BRAVO”, on the other hand, represents a darker, more instinctive side, pulling inspiration from reggaeton, Brazilian funk, and the pulse of global nightlife culture.
The project includes the band’s breakout debut single “0%,” which has already surpassed seven million global streams and generated more than 20 million views on YouTube. It is joined by “KAWASAKI,” a high-energy club anthem that quickly gained viral traction, reaching more than 33 million views shortly after its release.
Alongside the EP, the group has also released “MHM,” a breezy, euphoric new single built around soft percussion, airy synths, and an intimate melodic structure. Lyrically, the track captures the tension and excitement of early attraction, anchored by a hook designed for immediate replay.
The project features a roster of internationally recognized collaborators, including Grammy-winning producer Diplo, songwriter Caroline Ailin, HYBE founder Bang Si-hyuk, and producers Johnny Goldstein, NOVODOR, Spread Lof, and Vibarco. The release of DUAL also arrives alongside a new docuseries titled “Detrás de DUAL” (Behind DUAL), premiering March 15 on Spotify. The series offers an intimate look into the making of the EP, with weekly episodes spotlighting each member while documenting the creative process behind the project. Episodes will debut every Sunday and continue on the group’s YouTube channel the following day.
Comprised of Drew (U.S.), Kauê (Brazil), Alejandro (Peru), Kenneth (Mexico), and Gabi (Puerto Rico), SANTOS BRAVOS reflects the cultural diversity of a new generation of Latin artists. Their debut concert at Mexico City’s Auditorio Nacional sold out rapidly, bringing together 10,000 fans eager to witness the group’s first live performance. The band has also begun expanding its global cultural footprint, including an appearance during Paris Fashion Week, where they performed on the runway for Willy Chavarria.
Looking ahead, SANTOS BRAVOS will begin their first run of major festival appearances across Latin America, starting with Colombia’s Festival Estéreo Picnic on March 20 and continuing at Tecate Pa’l Norte in Monterrey. Additional performances are scheduled for Guatemala’s Empire Music Festival and Mexico City’s Tecate Emblema later this year.
SANTOS BRAVOS’ debut EP DUAL is available now on all streaming platforms.
