Ramon Chicharron

Ramon Chicharron is a Colombian-born multi-instrumentalist who has been a Montreal resident for nearly 15 years and has become a key player in the Canadian Latin alternative music scene. The Colombian-born, Montreal-based artist blends Latin and Caribbean rhythms like cumbia, dembow, and champeta with modern sounds, creating a dynamic sound that is a testament to his commitment to blending genres and crafting music that invites listeners on a journey through vibrant rhythms and heartfelt lyrics exploring love, nature, and fate. Ramon first captured the spotlight with his critically acclaimed album Pescador de sueños, which garnered over 3 million streams, won the Félix Award for Album of the Year - World Music at ADISQ 2021, and was named Album of the Year at the Latin Awards Canada. Building on this success, he released Destello de estrellas in 2022, a vibrant blend of electro-tropical sounds, champeta-inspired guitars, and Latin rhythms. On September 13th, 2024, Ramon released his fourth album, Niebla, crafted amidst the tranquil Laurentian mountains of Quebec, the lush jungles of the Colombian Pacific, and in the renowned Jean Massicotte studio in Montreal. Ramon has cultivated a loyal following through over 400 performances across Canada, a weekly show at the now-closed venue l'Escalier for over 5 years, and appearances at major music conferences like SXSW, Folk Alliance International, and the Latin Alternative Music Conference (LAMC).

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