The album was recorded in my home studio and mixed by Jack Ritt. Each track takes a different direction, from feel good to perspective. "The Artist Cut" I've always believed that Hip-Hop is about an MC who can deliver lyrically and provide a great hook.

Feel It

El Capitan

Sometimes it's better to let it out and hope, then keep it in.

The Road I Chose

SHAKE OFF PRETENDERS AND LEAVE OUT THE NEGATIVE, REMEMBER, FAITH.

Life

Might want to stretch before you press Play! Energy starts and once it hits there is no stopping!

Nothing 4 Free

Play

Alibi's are what we create when faced with confrontation. It's when we defeat these excuses, that we improve and become better.
"Back Against The Wall" Features a very talented singer Teresa. It was an excellent collaboration.

Back Against The Wall

My thank you track, to everyone who to this day still presses play and shares my music. I appreciate you!

Give Thanks

"Stop" feels like there is a lot going on in the USA right now. We need a positive and impactful change. No matter how great you are there is always room for improvement.

Stop

"Blue Water" is a Hip-hop song focusing on the journey to the American Dream.

Blue Water

Who needs titles? When you can have a friends with benefits

Just Friends

Master musical craftsman Santiago unleashes bold, feel-good tracks that flow with the flavors of ‘90s hip-hop, pop, rap and Latin music. His intricate beats, lush instrumental layers and vivid poetry combine to illuminate powerful emotions that bond listeners and inspire them to get up and dance. Santiago’s hand-crafted, high-energy recordings are alive with infectious hooks and solid rhythms that show his deep understanding of rhythm and texture as well as his artistic flexibility and passion for experimenting with fresh sounds. His recorded tracks and live performances all pulse with the spirit of the many musical pioneers who have influenced his powerful voice and helped refine his instinct for song structure, including Jurassic 5, Big Pun and DMX. Santiago’s work showcases his talent for expressing perspectives on love, relationships, self-discovery, life’s universal challenges and his own experiences coming up in the Neorican culture of New Jersey and New York City. 

A_Santiago

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