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[title]After achieving tremendous success in Spain, where it premiered on October 3, Feat, the talent show produced by Zeppelin Studio and RTVE, now comes to Argentina. The show is looking for the next international urban music star for the new generations.
Starting November 17, tune in every Sunday at 10:00 PM on América TV, and on Monday, November 18, through FLOW, to watch this musical competition. Twelve participants, chosen from thousands of emerging artists from Spain and Argentina, will compete with the goal of becoming the next big name in the urban scene.
Who are the judges of Feat?
The jury evaluating the talents consists of five international stars: Ana Mena, one of the most influential singers in current Spanish music; Omar Montes, one of the leading figures of the new “urban flamenco”; Rusherking, Argentine rapper, singer, and songwriter; Lit Killah, Argentine rapper, freestyler, and pioneer of the Argentine urban genre; and FMK, singer, songwriter, and one of the most acclaimed producers of his generation.
The show’s presenter is Inés Hernand, a Spanish TV host, podcaster, communicator, and comedian. Argentine DJ Mykka, who has produced tracks for artists like Duki, Cazzu, and Khea, is responsible for many of the beats heard on Feat.
"I love being able to help young people who want to start their careers as singers," says composer Omar Montes. "You have to make the most of the opportunity to give everything you’ve got, with all the emotions and sensations that come with an experience like this," adds the performer, who will be performing at Niceto Club on December 6.
FMK, on the other hand, expresses his happiness at having the chance to learn from the participants and witness their immense talent. Meanwhile, Rusherking reveals that he wishes he had been given such an opportunity at the start of his urban music career.
What is Feat about?
Over six episodes, the contestants will face different challenges, such as performing individual covers, demonstrating their chemistry in duets, and even composing a song. They will all need to show their authenticity and creativity.
From the 12 contestants, only one will emerge as the winner, signing a recording contract with Sony Music Spain to produce a 10-track album for international distribution.
Who are the participants aiming to become urban music stars?
Among the 12 contestants on Feat are:
- Fixway, a young talent from Patagonia, Argentina
- Mario Los Códigos, a Barcelona rapper who blends flamenco with hip hop
- Cande DZ, an Argentine singer who fuses trap, cumbia, and R&B
- Dandára, an Argentine artist with musical roots in soul and hip hop
- Salcedo Leyry, one of Madrid’s rising stars in urban music with flamenco influences
- Julia Cry, a Murcia artist and winner of Reyes de Plaza 2023
- Malbo, from Venezuela but based in Buenos Aires, merging both cultures
- Bajocero X, from Madrid, with a clear and powerful message
- Brisaa, from Buenos Aires, supported unconditionally by her family
- Ariann, a well-known TikTok influencer from Palma de Mallorca
- Agust1n, a freestyler at heart from Argentina
- Lara Taylor, a Valencian singer and songwriter influenced by R&B, reggaeton, and hip hop
First-hand: we spoke with some of the Feat participants
Agust1n tells us that the best thing he takes away from his time on Feat are the friendships he forged, feeling that "they will last a long time." "All the participants have amazing talent and great energy. Sharing experiences with people who do the same as you creates strong bonds. Also, the backstage team, stylists, and makeup artists were top-notch!" says the 22-year-old who lives in Palermo.
For Agus, the talent show was demanding and stressful. "But I’m the kind of person who likes being challenged to see how far I can go, especially with music, which is what I love," clarifies the young artist, whose biggest inspiration is YSY A, the face of trap in Argentina.
Brisa, 19, also emphasizes that what she’ll remember from Feat is "a group of amazing people with whom I share the same passion, and I doubt I’ll ever find that again." She also highlights how much she enjoyed growing artistically by singing in front of a large audience for the first time and being judged. "All these challenges will help me in my career as a singer," says this young woman from Berazategui.
Mario Los Códigos, from Barcelona, shares that Feat was "a unique experience" that allowed him to "leave Spain for the first time" — the show was filmed in Buenos Aires. "It allowed my music to go from the streets of Barcelona to a TV studio in Buenos Aires — it was crazy!" says the urban artist.
"It also allowed me to expand my music and make it professionally, something I’ve been doing for many years. I got to meet many emerging talents from Argentina and share our music," explains the 25-year-old musician.
"Feat has changed our lives. It made me realize that music is not just a hobby for me," says 31-year-old Salcedo Leyry from Madrid. "What happened to me is unique. Feat has been a springboard for me as an artist," adds the new urban flamenco star, who has already collaborated with major artists like Omar Montes, Daviles de Novelda, and Maikel Delacalle.
Cande, from Mataderos, says she has always dreamed of participating in a music reality show. "So, on Feat, I fulfilled a dream," she states, sharing that she met great people during her time on the show. The 24-year-old artist explains that the talent show helped her push artistic limits she never thought possible. "I loved that every day I had a different outfit and makeup look — it was spectacular," she emphasizes.
