BMI Latin Spotlight: Obed Padilla

Posted in News on October 2, 2024

Obed Padilla of Oceanside, California, is a Chicano singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist praised for his storytelling prowess. With cultural roots from Mexico to Costa Rica and musical influences like the Beach Boys and Kanye, Padilla epitomizes Latin Alternative music. He established himself as a star on the rise following a string of viral singles posted on social media, amassing over 5 million views and earning him media appearances, festival performances, and unparalleled songwriting opportunities. Throughout his career, Padilla has released 11 singles, one EP, and two albums, including Tired & Truth, with more music on the way. His latest release, “Chicano Poetry,” is the tip of the iceberg that will usher in a bevy of new music. Padilla will make his BMI stage debut during Austin City Limits in October.

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Originario de Oceanside, en el estado de California, Obed Padilla es un cantante, compositor y multiinstrumentista chicano alabado por su habilidad para contar historias. Con raíces culturales desde México a Costa Rica e influencias musicales como los Beach Boys y Kanye, Padilla personifica la música alternativa latina. Se consolidó como una estrella en ascenso tras una serie de singles virales publicados en redes sociales que acumularon más de 5 millones de visitas y le valieron apariciones en medios de comunicación, actuaciones en festivales y oportunidades inigualables para componer canciones. A lo largo de su carrera, Padilla ha publicado 11 sencillos, un EP y dos álbumes, entre ellos Tired & Truth, con más música en camino. Su último lanzamiento, “Chicano Poetry”, es la punta del iceberg que dará paso a mucha nueva música. Padilla hará su debut en el escenario de BMI durante Austin City Limits en octubre.

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