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Some artists create songs. Others create entire worlds. Jimena Angel belongs to the second group. Her music is a place you can step into, shaped by the landscapes she has lived in, the rhythms she has grown up with and the emotional cycles that have marked her journey. With her new album Aguacero, she brings together Latin electronica, cumbia, dub, tropical disco and the emotional depth of a storyteller who has experienced many chapters of transformation.
For this exclusive interview, I wanted to discover the real story behind Aguacero. What shaped it, who influenced it and how this album became a reflection of the rainstorms, memories and rebirths that defined the last years of her life. Jimena welcomed us into her world with warmth, honesty and a refreshing sense of authenticity.
Below is the complete conversation. Enjoy the dive.
I am from Bogotá, Colombia, and I live now in Buritaca, a small town by the Colombian Caribbean.
I grew up in a Bogotá neighbourhood with a large central park. We spent our days outside without phones, riding bikes and listening to music on cassette tapes or the radio.
Yes. During my teens there was a strong local grunge scene. Several bands were active and we all supported each other by attending gigs and collaborating on music.
I spent a lot of time with my nanny from the Colombian Pacific coast. We had long sessions of singing and dancing to the tropical hits of that time. The first song I learned to play was “El Africano” by Calixto Ochoa which I played very loudly on Sunday mornings.
Definitely. I remember long car trips listening to the music my parents loved. My dad enjoyed boleros, tango and Andean music. My mum liked romantic pop ballads which we call music for ironing.
As a teenager I spent hours waiting by the radio, ready to record the songs I loved onto cassette. When I had access to MTV at a friend’s house I would sit and wait for music videos to appear. At the time I loved Guns N’ Roses, INXS, Madonna and Janet Jackson.
Between fourteen and eighteen I listened to alternative bands like Nirvana and Stone Temple Pilots and older artists such as Led Zeppelin, Jimmy Hendrix and Janis Joplin. I also enjoyed funk, disco and artists like Chic, Jamiroquai and Björk.
My taste now mixes disco, reggae, Afrobeat, highlife and Antillean music. Artists who have inspired me include Bob Marley, Chic, Ebo Taylor, the Oriental Brothers, Joe Arroyo and Kassav.
I would tell her not to take things personally and to always reach out for expert advice instead of avoiding what feels unfamiliar or intimidating.
Yes. I was inspired by artists I admire such as Bosq, Voilaaa, Yuksek, Biga Ranx and Blundetto. I even had the opportunity to collaborate with some of them on the album.
It took three years to compose, produce, record and mix the album. After that I spent another year and a half looking for the right label which became Partyfine.
The first track was “Adios” in 2020. It began as a more electronic reggae and dub track but later evolved into a more organic sound.
As I wrote the songs I noticed their diversity. I decided to make an eclectic album in which different moods and genres could blend through the storytelling and emotional themes. The inspiration was the continuous rainstorms in my life at the time which became a metaphor for emotional cycles. I wanted the album to be as eclectic as my tastes and my DJ sets.
Absolutely.
The production included collaborations with Bruno Patchworks, Nickodemus, iZem, Captain Planet, Maga Bo and Daniel Michel. Several instrumentalists also participated in the recordings.
I had always followed Yuksek’s music and tried to contact him several times. One day he messaged me saying he liked a song I made with Tigerbalm and asked if I wanted to collaborate. That led to us working together and eventually releasing my album through Partyfine.
Partyfine is Yuksek’s label and focuses on indie and dance music. I have followed it for a long time and really appreciate the artists on it. Being part of it feels special and its sound has influenced my work in a positive way.
I love all of them but singing comes most naturally to me. Through singing I can compose, produce, perform and mix.
Not always. Some songs do not have a specific story, like “Llamameya”, “Mani” and “Selflove”.
Because the album is so varied, I think it fits best somewhere near the sea where you can sit, watch the view and get up to dance when the rhythm invites you. A good sound system and a mezcal cocktail make the experience complete.
I am currently working on my next album, new collaborations and preparing for my upcoming tour in Europe between March and April 2026.
Jimena Angel creates music that feels alive. Her new album Aguacero is a reflection of personal transformation, cultural influence and the emotional cycles that shaped her recent years. It is eclectic, warm, rhythmic and full of depth. After speaking with her, it becomes clear that the album is more than a project. It is a journey.
A big thank you to Jimena for sharing her world and the stories behind this beautiful release.
Make sure to dive into Aguacero, support the album and let the music carry you into its universe of rhythm and reflection.
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