Reggaeton: The Sound that Conquered the World comes at the perfect time as we continue to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Director Omar Acosta worked closely with Daddy Yankee to take us through the roots of this moving genre. As a team of executive producers they brought additional reggaeton artists that have left their contagious sounds internationally.

The Synopsis 

Unveiling the riveting narrative of Reggaeton’s global journey, Reggaeton: The Sound that Conquered the World explores the genre’s evolution from its beginnings in the barrios of Puerto Rico to its current status as a cultural and commercial powerhouse in the global music industry. Executive Produced by Daddy Yankee, a pivotal figure in Reggaeton’s rise, and featuring a stellar lineup including Bad Bunny, Feid, Ivy Queen, J Balvin, Karol G, Myke Towers, Rauw Alejandro, Shaggy, Vico C, and more, the documentary offers an immersive dive into the genre’s vibrant origins and unstoppable momentum, showcasing its unparalleled impact on the world stage.

The Emmy nominated director, Omar Acosta was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico and during his visits while growing up in New York is when he fell for the love of reggaeton music. Today he is also a producer. He has done work for Paramount, NBC, Netflix, Louis Vuitton and even the NFL. Some of his popular projects include Stretch and Bobbito: Radio That Changed Lives, Mixtape and NFL 360: The Chief Who Walked the Sea. 

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Last week I had the opportunity to speak with Omar Acosta to talk about Reggaeton: The Sound that Conquered the World. Acosta shared how the idea of making the documentary came along and getting to work closely with Daddy Yankee as a fan. He also discussed a little bit about the origin of Reggaeton itself and how it was used on the streets as a form of expression and much more!

The four-part docuseries Reggaeton: The Sound that Conquered the World  is available on Peacock as of October 3, 2024

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