Mexican hip-hop is on the rise — and if Santa Fe Klan‘s Coachella run is any indication, it’s time we concentrate.
These current for Peso Pluma‘s Friday night time set received acquainted with Santa Fe Klan when the 2 MCs banded collectively for a fiery duet of their 2024 observe with Argentine MC Duki, titled “No Son Klle.” Sporting saggy Louis Vuitton streetwear and his signature bandana on his brow, Santa Fe Klan paid respects to West Coast hip-hop by C-walking throughout the Coachella stage as he and Peso swapped verses.
Santa Fe Klan returned to the principle stage Saturday afternoon for his personal history-making efficiency. The solar beamed down on him and his band as they wove effortlessly between hip-hop and cumbia, a fusion that units the 24-year-old rapper aside from the pack. Santa Fe launched himself to the gang with an accordion in hand, nimbly enjoying a solo as he opened the set with “Cuidando el Territorio,” his observe with Calibre 50 and Beto Sierra. In a dialog with Rolling Stone, he mentioned waving the Mexican flag excessive was what excited him probably the most; that, and having the ability to wave at his household from the principle stage.
“I need to go away the gang with a Mexican social gathering in order that they go away my set wanting extra Mexico,” Santa shared the day earlier than his set. “A lot of inexperienced, white, and purple confetti can be flying.”
Backed by a proficient crew of breakdancers, he dropped slicing bars about his barrio in a efficiency of his early hit, “Silencio en el Callejón,” and carried out tracks akin to “Todo Va Estar Bien” and “Luna y Mar.” He additionally introduced out Colombian star Nanpa Básico to carry out their hit “Te Iré a Buscar,” then welcomed fellow Mexican MC Tornillo for his or her joint observe, “Un Día Todo Se Termina.” He wrapped his 45-minute set with “Grandes Ligas” and “Por Mi México,” as confetti within the colours of the Mexican flag rained down on the gang.
With appearances by Carin León, Kevin Kaarl, Son Rompe Pera and Lady Extremely, Mexico’s huge musical vary is well-represented at this yr’s version of Coachella. Santa Fe Klan caught up with Rolling Stone earlier than his efficiency to debate his upcoming music — in addition to his 35-stop Todo y Nada U.S. tour, which can kick off in June and have rappers Tornillo and Snow Tha Product as openers.
How are you feeling?
Chido, carnal. Feeling [like] 1,000,000 [bucks]. It’s nice to have my brother Tornillo right here to signify the crew. El Nanpa Básico too. I’m pleased to have all my household with me. And I’m so pleased to signify México right here within the U.S. I don’t have any worries, nor am I fascinated about issues that distract me. I’m calm, snug and really pleased that that is taking place.
Representing Mexico has been such a giant a part of your journey.
I need la raza to really feel seen, and the Mexican flags to be seen. We’re going at all times to signify México for our complete life.
How was the dialog with Tornillo and Nanpa to have them right here. What was the plan?
Tornillo [came] as a result of he’s a part of the 473 Crew, so we see one another fairly often. I despatched a message to Nanpa on Instagram, like, “Hey brother, I’m inviting you to Coachella! ¿Jalas [are you in]?” I at all times appreciated Nanpa’s songs, so it feels nice having him right here with me.
Somebody informed me you’re going to drop a track with Wealthy the Child coming quickly too.
Sure, brother. We needed to sing that track right here in Coachella however he was busy. The track is on my new album. We’re going to drop it in like three months it brings lots of options, and a few solo songs, however we’re working additionally on a special undertaking that I need to add devices to my rap songs and play them myself. We’re ending it now.
Wow, what forms of devices?
Saxophone, clarinet, accordion, piano, harmonica, trumpet. That’s the thought: rapping [verses], then within the refrain play the instrument myself. Since I used to be a toddler I’ve performed the piano. If I hear a track, I can play it on an instrument. I’m studying easy methods to play the saxophone and the clarinet, however we’re recording the track whereas I observe enjoying the solos. That’s the thought. I’m not very assured to play this new album stay, however perhaps in a few months I can be prepared.
What was it like performing with Peso Pluma?
I actually just like the track “No Son Klle.” I additionally like Peso loads since we confirmed him the track. He appreciated it! It [was] our first time singing it, so I’m very pleased for individuals to see us collectively on stage.
Who’re you most excited to see?
We need to see Lil Uzi. I’m studying English too. [I] need to document some English songs, do my enterprise and develop into a pal of the rappers to echarnos un gallo. (Translation: Smoke a blunt.) We got here to see everybody, brother. There are lots of people that I don’t know however I do know they’re chingones as a result of they made it there. I at all times wish to see how totally different individuals work and I wish to be taught.
What different information would you wish to share?
We’ve a U.S. tour coming, I’m going to drop an album. I’ve a cumbia album arising, then one other one with regional Mexican [music]: mariachi, banda, and norteñas. We’ve a bit of little bit of the whole lot. I need my very own TV present as nicely, for everybody to see how my life is in actuality — and the way my life was prior to now.
What are you able to say have been the most important belongings you’ve realized?
Plenty of issues: respect, humility, loyalty, betrayals. [How] to determine the individuals who’ll betray you. Plenty of issues about this enterprise. I’ve matured loads and I’m smarter.
