Rising artist Rivera RV, originally from Guinea-Bissau and currently based in the UK, has released a new single “Conecta”
Produced by LBeatz, “Conecta” serves as the first single of his upcoming project, the EP 29, scheduled for release at the end of May.
With the release, Rivera reinforces his mission to celebrate and honour Ghetto Zouk, one of the most defining genres of urban Lusophone music.
Born in the late 1990s in the Netherlands by the group Quatro Plus, Ghetto Zouk quickly spread across the African diaspora and captivated an entire generation. Characterized by its strong emotional depth, captivating melodies, and a distinctive urban aesthetic, it became an essential soundtrack of the 2000s.
“I want to bring back Ghetto Zouk in an authentic way. I grew up listening to those sounds, and they are part of my identity. ‘Conecta’ is about returning to the essence, but with a new, more current, and more personal vision,” says Rivera.
Based in the United Kingdom but deeply connected to Lusophone music, Rivera entered the music scene over a decade ago and has performed at venues such as Coliseu dos Recreios, O2 Indigo London, OVO Arena Wembley, Clapham Grand, Manchester Academy Arena, among others.
“Conecta” by Rivera RV is out now on all streaming platforms.