NEW YORK (Jan. 24, 2025) – Acclaimed artist, composer and producer Armenta, the creative force behind hits by Fuerza Regida, Tito Double P, Calle 24, and Chino Pacas, is starting the year with a groundbreaking collaboration. Armenta is taking a step into the spotlight and joins forces with chart-topping artist Manuel Turizo to release “Feliz Año Nuevo,” an emotional ballad that seamlessly blends corrido tumbado, bachata, and pop into a genre-defying masterpiece. The song was released under the Street Mob/Warner Music Latina label and is part of Armenta’s anticipated debut album. “Feliz Año Nuevo” alongside the official music video are now available on all streaming platforms.
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The single reveals a poignant narrative of love and heartbreak. Armenta begins the song by using a New Year’s call as an excuse to hear his former lover’s voice again, admitting that her absence has ruined his holiday celebrations. Manuel Turizo’s verses express a deep sense of loneliness as he dreads the arrival of Valentine’s Day and summer, fearing the sight of his ex with someone else. The chorus captures the raw pain of longing and unresolved emotions, as they wrestle with feelings of love, resentment, and the inability to move on. Despite the heartbreak, he ends by wishing her a happy new year, acknowledging her decision to move forward while he continues to grapple with his feelings. This emotional depth is complemented by the discovery that his former love has chosen to enjoy life and leave the past behind, highlighting the difference between their emotional journeys.
The music video for “Feliz Año Nuevo” captures the bittersweet emotions of the song against the backdrop of a lively New Year’s Eve party. It opens with vibrant fireworks and guests celebrating with sparklers, dancing, and counting down to midnight. Amid the festivities, Armenta stands alone in the crowd, a poignant contrast to the joyous energy around him. The scene shifts to the front lawn of the house, where Armenta begins the song, holding a drink and pouring his heart out. The video alternates between Armenta and Manuel Turizo, each expressing their emotions in solitude—Manuel seated on a balcony overlooking the ongoing party, drink in hand. As the celebration winds down, the video ends with Armenta sitting in the aftermath of the party, surrounded by confetti and discarded hats, reflecting the lingering feelings of heartbreak and longing.
Armenta’s production on “Feliz Año Nuevo” brings together traditional and modern sounds, showingcasing his artistic evolution and his fearless approach to innovation. This release marks a pivotal moment in his career, establishing him not only as a skilled composer and producer but also as a dynamic new voice in latin music who continues to redefine the boundaries of his genre.
Armenta is a young and emerging alternative artist hailing from Los Mochis, Sinaloa. His career began to soar in 2019 with the release of his debut single, “Dame,” alongside Alex Gracia, which later gained widespread recognition through interpretations by Fuerza Regida and Grupo Frontera. Known for his versatility, Armenta has collaborated on hit tracks like “AURORA” from Fuerza Regida and Grupo Frontera’s joint album, amassing over 19.7 million Spotify streams, and “TÚ SÍ” from Tito Double P’s debut album, which has over 61.5 million streams. With more than 5.2 million monthly listeners on Spotify, Armenta is an accomplished producer currently working on Manuel Turizo’s next album and a rising talent stepping into the spotlight as a singer, showcasing his artistic growth and creative range.
