Ginope Talks Funky Munchies, Collaboration, and Creative Fuel

After lighting up the stage in Miami with a set that left audiences dancing and curious in equal measure, Ginope sat down with us to unpack the layered flavors behind Funky Munchies, his colorful, collaborative project fusing funk and hip-hop. The Peruvian-born, Barcelona-based artist has been making waves with his genre-blending sound and his refreshing approach to creativity, turning each track into what he calls a “snack”, short, punchy, and undeniably addictive.

Here, Ginope opens up about his international influences, what makes Miami a standout stop on his tour, and how he manages to keep the ideas flowing.

Your sound blends funk and hip-hop with such a unique flavor. How would you describe your musical identity to someone hearing your work for the first time?
I come from a part of the world where cultural fusion is part of our DNA. I can’t see funk and hip-hop in their pure states. My music is the meeting point of these two worlds in a danceable, light, and fun zone.

“Funky Munchies” isn’t just an album, it feels like a whole ecosystem. What inspired you to create it as a collaborative platform rather than a solo project?
I’m a lover of collaborative creative processes. I enjoy the possibility of feeding my creativity with human talent. Allowing myself to be surprised and to learn from others makes me a better musician every day, and Funky Munchies is exactly that — many talents coming together in harmony.

You’ve described your songs as "snacks,” some addictive, others just a guilty pleasure. Can you share one track that became unexpectedly addictive for your listeners?
If I had to recommend one, I’d say all of them. Each one tells a story, they’re light, short, and stimulating — designed not to overwhelm, to be enjoyed one by one until the whole bag is gone.

You’re originally from Lima, now based in Barcelona, and touring internationally. How have these different cities shaped your sound and creative vision?
Barcelona is a hub of cultural fusion that continues to feed my creativity in many ways. And every city I visit keeps nourishing me with all the stimuli it offers. That’s what will make my music even more universal.

You were the first Peruvian artist to give a TED talk in Spain about creativity. How did that experience influence your approach to music-making?
It was a truly enriching experience. Being able to share my vision of creativity and preparing myself to inspire others with my ideas gave me tools that I now apply in my music as well.

The Funky Munchies tour is bringing you to major cities like Miami, LA, and CDMX. What makes the Miami stop special for you? What can fans expect from the show here?
It’s my first time in Miami, and I just hope people have fun and allow themselves to enjoy it to the fullest.

You've already collaborated with major names like MP el Juvenil and Remik González. Can you tease any upcoming collabs for Funky Munchies Vol. 2?
There are a lot of surprises coming. Artists like Niña Dioz, Vikina, Fux Beat, Mr. Pauer, Mimi Rose, Michi Sanz, among others, have joined the project.

Looking ahead to 2025, you’ve got two albums and a remix lined up. How do you stay creatively fueled while juggling so many projects?
I’m a doer. I see creativity as something active, not passive. The more projects I take on at once, the more stimulated I feel — and the ideas just flow naturally.