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Mexican American powerhouse Fuerza Regida has turned their vision into reality with the release of their ninth studio album, 111XPANTIA, released Friday (May 2). Explored through imaginative storytelling exploratory regional Mexican music sounds, the 12-track album captures the group’s hustle, evolution, and deep connection to their roots.
The title — pronounced “ixpantia” and derived from the Náhuatl word, a dialect of the Aztecs meaning “to manifest” — reflects frontman Jesús “JOP” Ortiz Paz’s lifelong belief in the power of the law of attraction and turning dreams into reality. “This is the most important album of my career, the one that brings everything together,” JOP previously told Billboard Español.

Opening with the gritty anthem “GODFATHER,” it sets the tone for an explorative ride beyond Mexican music, free of collaborations for the first time in the band’s history. From nostalgic nods like “Malboro Rojo” that evoke their early norteño-laden sound to inventive risks like the corrido synth-laced “Nocturno” and innovative banjo riffs on “Peliculiando,” Fuerza Regida expertly balances their street-inspired roots with inventiveness.

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Adding another layer of intrigue, the loop of Vicente Fernández’s live version of “Acá Entre Nos” is subtly reimagined throughout “Ansiedad,” while a hypnotic sample of Ellie Goulding’s vocals from “Don’t Say a Word” is seamlessly woven into “Tu Sancho,” adding another surprise element for fans diving into the album’s details.

111XPANTIA arrives during a period of sky-high momentum for the San Bernardino troupe, following the massive success of their No. 1 hit “Me Jalo” with Grupo Frontera — which topped Billboard‘s Latin Airplay and Regional Mexican Airplay charts — and the teaser track “Por Esos Ojos,” which has already surpassed 154 million streams on Spotify alone since its February release.

With ambition woven into every song, the album continues to testifies Fuerza Regida’s ability to dream big, push boundaries, and stay true to their roots along the way.

They are slated to perform at Madison Square Garden and Hollywood Bowl June 20 and 21, respectively. The album is now available across all streaming platforms and physical formats, including CD and vinyl.

Stream 111XPANTIA below.

Ayra Starr and Wizkid linked up again on “Gimme Dat,” which she released on Thursday (April 24). The Sabi Girl teased the collaboration a week earlier in an Instagram video of her vibing out to the tropical-tinged dancefloor filler while watching the sunset before the song cuts to Wizkid singing, “God da–,” which Starr used […]

Two of the 2024’s biggest breakout stars have lent each other a hand for a new springtime single. Five-time Grammy nominee Shaboozey and Brit Award-winning Myles Smith have joined forces for “Blink Twice,” an infectious, folk-inflected track built on twangy finger-picked guitars, pounding drums and raucous stomps and claps. “Oh me, oh my, would you […]

Rema is ready to get Coachella weekend one started with his new Afro-R&B single “Bout U,” which he released on Thursday (April 10). Produced by Rema and London, the intoxicating track finds Rema infatuated by the one he dubs his favorite girl in the world, with a subtle nod to Megan Thee Stallion‘s 2020 hit […]

As the progeny of Ernie Isley — a key songwriter and multi-instrumentalist of The Isley Brothers, perhaps the most prolific soul group of all time — Alex Isley knows a thing or two about sensuality and intimacy. With her self-penned, Camper-produced new single “Hands,” the two-time Grammy-nominated R&B singer seeks to enter a new era marked by fresh sonics, fearlessly self-assured narratives — and a new home at Free Lunch Records. 
As announced earlier this month (Feb. 19), Warner Records entered a strategic partnership with veteran hip-hop/R&B executive Tim Hinshaw, expanding his Free Lunch Agency creative and tour company into a record label. With Isley and Syd — the Grammy-nominated R&B songwriter of The Internet fame – as the first signees, Warner artists will be able to access and leverage Free Lunch’s creative, touring and sync services. “I talked to a few labels, but with Warner, it was [about] the synergy and the timing,” Isley says. “I’m a firm believer in God’s timing. In talking with [Free Lunch Records general manager] Ericka Coulter and getting to know her and the Warner team, everything aligned.” 

On Friday (Feb. 28), Isley unleashed the first taste of her forthcoming new era: “Hands.” Written “almost exactly a year ago,” “Hands” finds Isley building on the tender sensuality of tracks like last year’s Terrace Martin-assisted “2 Step in the Living Room,” infusing Camper’s earthy, bass-driven soundscape with a tasteful vocal performance showcasing her buttery falsetto and effortless melisma. 

“I wasn’t necessarily expecting to start and finish a record that night with Camper, but that’s just how it happened,” Isley tells Billboard with a slight chuckle. “I wanted to create something moody and leaned more into my sensual side.” 

Mood sensuality is also the guiding light for the “Hands” music video. Directed by City James and starring One of Them Days breakout star Patrick Cage II, the “Hands” music video casts Isley as an alluring vixen, expertly building up unmistakably carnal tension without feeling excessive or unnatural. To color her version of sensuality, Isley called upon her synesthesia – a condition that allows her to correlate colors with certain keys or chords. “This particular song evokes warm oranges, gold, and yellow tones,” explains Isley of her “Hands” mood board. “It’s also a bit moodier, almost like sunset tones. I wanted to paint with that color palette as much as possible.” 

“Hands” previews Isley’s forthcoming album, one that Coulter calls “a true story you gotta read from start to finish. In addition to Camper, Isley also tapped Grammy-winning DJ and producer Kaytranada, longtime collaborator Jack Dine and producer Oh Gosh Leotus, who helped capture the sonic essence of Los Angeles. Though she was born in New Jersey, Isley has lived in L.A. for the vast majority of her life, and she hopes her new music is reflective of the unwavering community and togetherness the City of Angels displayed in the wake of January’s devastating fires. 

“I’m not sure if I was aware of how resilient the city is because we’ve never seen anything like these fires,” remarks Isley. “Being able to see and feel that in January was heavy but also very inspiring. It made me want to be even more intentional with my music and how I share it. It just means that much more to me to be able to share the music at this time.” 

Stream “Hands” below.

Offset is spending his Valentine’s Day loving his deep pockets on his new single “Ten,” which he dropped on Friday (Feb. 14) via Motown Records. “I don’t need you, I got money/ I don’t miss you, I got money/ Love you, but not like money,” he raps with a mischievous, sing-song cadence. “Ten” arrives two […]

After winning performer of the year (dancehall) at last year’s Caribbean Music Awards, Jamaican reggae sensation Dexta Daps is set on securing the next Valentine’s Day anthem with his new “Lockdown” single. Over waltz-evoking guitars, Dexta forgoes the fete to spend some intimate one-on-one time with his special lady singing, “I’ve been staying home lately […]

GELO has teamed up with Lil Wayne on the remix of his 2025 runaway hit “Tweaker” on Friday (Feb. 7). The NBA G-League hooper and middle Ball brother (real name LiAngelo Ball) released the original song at the top of the year after it was previewed on popular streamer N3on’s platform last December and it officially […]

Pardison Fontaine and Cardi B dropped their highly anticipated “Toot It Up” collab on Friday (Feb. 7) via Hitmaker Music Group. “You guys keep asking for ‘Toot It.’ Where’s ‘Toot It’? Where’s ‘Toot It’ at? Can we get ‘Toot It’? Here go the song, here go ‘Toot It.’ Take it, play it, do whatever y’all […]

Rema released his Sade-sampling single “Baby (Is It a Crime)” on Friday (Feb. 7). He first teased the single back in November with a 1-minute, 21-second clip of him smoking while nonchalantly vibing to the track. “Baby/ Baby sunmoni/ You know say you match my steeze/ You know I’m a G/ Shawty I’mma always keep […]