New York, NY (Top40 Charts) K-pop supergroup, Monsta X, has teamed up with the most successful Latin Pop breakout star in recent times, singer-songwriter and five-time Latin Grammy nominee and American Grammy Nominee, Sebastian Yatra, on a new culture- and genre-fusing hit titled "Magnetic." The record is Monsta X's sixth English-language release, further cementing their burgeoning presence here in the States. Their inimitable sound, combined with Sebastian Yatra's soulful, incomparable vocals, is the perfect recipe for a hypnotic track that's guaranteed to get stuck in your head from the very first listen. The record comes hot on the heels of what's been a breakout year for both artists, including global tours and a Platinum and Gold "Gaviota" Recognition for Yatra, and electrifying international performances and record-setting chart breakthroughs for Monsta X.
About the collaboration, Sebastian Yatra said, "I'm so happy to be a part of MAGNETIC, my new song with MONSTA X, whom I had the pleasure of meeting in Los Angeles. It was an incredible experience, being able to record such an important South Korean group and being able to take my voice to new markets thanks to this great blend of cultures, languages and genres"
SEBASTIAN YATRA:
Colombian artist, five-time Latin Grammy nominee and American Grammy nominee Sebastian Yatra burst onto the global music stage in 2016 with his first single and global super-hit, "TRAICIONERA," which landed on Spotify's Global Top 50 Chart and clocked over 76 million combined streams, 5 Diamond and 29 Platinum records internationally. He's been dubbed the most successful Latin Pop breakout star in recent times, and has been named "the fulfilled promise" by People en Español. With more than 45 million followers on social networks and digital platforms and obtaining more than 1.5 Billion streams combined on digital platforms with his album "Fantasia". His list of collaborations includes icons like Daddy Yankee, Juanes, Carlos Vives, Halsey, One Republic, Jonas Brothers, Daddy Yankee and more. This year, he received a Platinum and Gold "Gaviota" Recognition at the Vina del Mar Festival.
MONSTA X:
Signed to Epic Records, Monsta X is the second K-pop group ever to enter the Top 40 Airplay chart. They have performed on top-rated shows like Kelly & Ryan, Ellen, Jimmy Kimmel, GMA and Teen Choice Awards, and beyond. Recently, the band wrapped up show-stopping performances at B96 Pepsi Jingle bash in Chicago, Life Is Beautiful Festival in Las Vegas, and the iHeart Radio Jingle Ball across the U.S., including an electrifying show at Madison Square Garden alongside Taylor Swift, Jonas Brothers, Halsey, 5SOS and more. With MTV News stating "From breakneck choreo to slo-mo dance-pop and a grand finale centered simply around their tender voices and their mic stands (and some excellent berets), Monsta X showcased their versatility."
