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Before launching his solo career, Adrian Cota had already built a substantial body of work behind the scenes as a songwriter, producer, and collaborator. A Berklee College of Music alumnus, Cota has shared stages with legends like Herbie Hancock, contributed as a writer and producer for Carín León, and even co-produced the official Apple Major League Soccer anthem alongside Fuerza Regida and Take A Daytrip.
Earlier this year, Rolling Stone en Español included him in its “The Future 25” selection, recognizing him as one of the definitive voices shaping the next era of Latin music, and now, the Mexican singer-songwriter and producer is stepping out from the background and into the spotlight with the release of his self-titled debut EP.
The six-song project is a seamless, genre-defying fusion where regional Mexican music meets the smooth, sophisticated textures of soul, funk, and pop. It plays more like a broad introduction to the artist behind it, bringing together different sides of his musical identity across its tracklist. Earlier releases like “Boujee” and “South Bae” established the first outlines of that direction, while newer songs continue to widen the picture, moving between melody-driven songwriting and production choices shaped by influences that reach beyond a single genre tradition.
At the center of the project sits “PDV,” a track that reflects the balance Cota seems to be pursuing as he begins this next chapter of honoring the musical roots that inform his sound while giving himself room to push beyond expected boundaries.
Fresh off milestone performances at UNSIN Music Festival and sharing the iconic stage of the Auditorio Nacional with Matisse and Manuel Medrano, Adrian Cota sits down with us to discuss finding his voice, shedding creative boundaries, and why he’ll always hit a home run.
You’ve built an impressive career behind the scenes as a songwriter and producer, and now you’re officially beginning this new chapter as a solo artist. What made this the right moment to release your self-titled EP?
It took me a long time to release this EP because I was still finding my sound, and I wanted to wait until I could offer my heart wide open and present the most unfiltered, raw version of who I really am. I’m putting it out now because, after years of making music, I’ve finally found my full voice with no filters and no boundaries. This felt like the exact right moment to share that.
This EP is described as an introduction with nothing standing between you and the listener. Why was this specific collection of six songs the right introduction to Adrian Cota?
These six songs reflect exactly what I’ve lived through during the years I spent creating this project. Sonically and musically, they are all very different from one another, but they naturally relate because my musical signatures run through all of them. That's what makes this collection the perfect introduction to my range.
“PDV” is the focus track and feels like a perfect distillation of your sound. What inspired that song, and what do you want listeners to feel when they hear it?
I want the listener to feel super empowered when they hear it. Whether they are getting ready to go out, working out, or just going about their day, I want them to feel confident, like "they’re THE shit," and just feel amazing.
The four new cuts on the EP, “No Era La Bebida,” “MIA,” “Hiere,” and “PDV,” had to coexist with “Boujee” and “South Bae,” which already had a life of their own. How did you make sure the project felt like one thing?
There are certain sonic elements I always use that are a huge representation of who I am. For example, I express myself heavily through sounds, through my lyrics, and through the natural way I talk in real life. That signature ties everything together. I love exploring different genres, but my identity is always there in the music. Even if a track doesn't feature all of those elements at once, there's always at least one core signature that lets you know instantly it’s an Adrian Cota record.
Rolling Stone en Español named you to The Future 25 right around the same time your debut EP drops. Does that timing add pressure or fuel?
It never adds pressure. Honestly, it just feels amazing, and I’m deeply honored to be recognized on that list alongside so many incredible artists. I feel super blessed, but if anything, it gave me a massive boost of confidence. It keeps me motivated to do big things, to keep pushing to be the best version of myself, and to stay inspired by people who came before me.
You’ve already experienced very different stages in a short time, from festivals to massive venues like Auditorio Nacional. What’s been the first moment that actually felt like the shift had already happened?
The real shift felt like it happened in January when "Boujee" really started gaining traction with people. It became undeniable after I did Pepe's Office with Pepe Garza, and when a couple of videos went viral, I saw people genuinely connecting with the song. The music speaks for itself. I always say that all I need is for someone to give me a bat—I guarantee you I’m going to hit a home run.
Premios Juventud, UNSIN, and Auditorio Nacional as guests for Matisse and Manuel Medrano. Those are very different rooms and very different audiences. What did each one teach you about where your music lands?
It taught me that my music is truly multi-genre. People sometimes say that makes it harder to target an audience, but because I’ve studied so many different genres so deeply throughout my life, I can move between them naturally. When I step onto different stages—whether opening or appearing as a special guest—I just focus on being myself, and the audience always finds something to resonate with.
If it's a crowd that loves ballads, like Matisse's or Manuel Medrano's, they really connect with tracks like "Hiere." I’m incredibly grateful to those artists for opening doors for me because it allows me to build new audiences. Out of a room of 10,000 or 20,000 people, there are always going to be people who connect deeply with your craft.
What’s one thing about Adrian Cota that you hope people understand better after listening to this project?
I hope people understand that I don’t have to be boxed into one specific genre or sound. I'm making the music I love the most, completely unfiltered, without trying to chase the trends that are already out there.
Looking ahead, what’s next for you after this debut EP? Are there any dream collaborations, tours, or bigger goals you’re working toward now?
Right now, we are already working on setting up more shows all around the world. My main goal is to take the EP globally and perform it live while simultaneously working on my very first full-length album. There are a lot of big goals ahead and plenty of new things on the way.
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