CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso have released their highly anticipated new album, FREE SPIRITS, marking yet another bold chapter in the duo’s adventurous musical journey. Known for their unpredictability, these two artists continue to reshape the global music landscape with a project that is not only imaginative but also deeply personal.
Following their previous work, PAPOTA, which introduced audiences to their unique universe, FREE SPIRITS expands that universe further into uncharted territories. The album showcases an audacious blend of trap, rock, pop, and experimental elements, all infused with a refreshing emotional honesty. This vivid tapestry of sound retains the humour, volatility, and musicianship that have distinguished CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso as two of Argentina’s most compelling musical voices.
Leading up to the album release was an intriguing promotional campaign featuring tracks like “GOO GOO GA GA,” featuring none other than Jack Black, and “HASTA JESÚS TUVO UN MAL DÍA,” showcasing the legendary Sting. The latter was tied to the conceptual FREE SPIRITS Center, a fictional holistic retreat that cleverly serves as the backdrop for the album’s rollout. Throughout this project, CA7RIEL & Paco, along with their distinguished guests—including Sting, Fred again.., and Anderson. Paak conducts therapeutic sessions at the FREE SPIRITS Centre, exploring themes of ego death, absurdity, personal reckoning, and profound clarity. The result is an audacious soundscape that balances entertainment with unexpected introspection. To fully immerse yourself in their vision, be sure to watch the accompanying short film that illustrates the groundbreaking techniques employed within this fictive realm.
The duo has come a long way since their childhood friendship, where they bonded over a shared passion for music—CA7RIEL with his guitar and Paco with his violin. In 2011, they formed Astor, a progressive rock band that laid the foundation for their future collaborations. Fast-forward to 2019, and they debuted as a duo, effortlessly blending genres and marking themselves as prominent voices of a new generation with hits like “OUKE” and “JALA JALA.”
In 2024, they released their first full-length album, BAÑO MARÍA, which showcased a more organic, musically richer side during their celebrated Tiny Desk Concert for NPR. Following this, the release of PAPOTA, accompanied by a short film, demonstrated a continuous evolution in their sonic identity.
In 2025, the duo’s whirlwind year included the PAPOTA Tour, with over 60 performances across four continents. They graced the stages of some of the biggest festivals, including Coachella and Glastonbury, and made their U.S. television debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Their standout performance at Coachella, where they joined Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Philharmonic, has become one of the festival’s most memorable moments.
PAPOTA also brought the duo their first GRAMMY® win in February for Best Latin Rock or Alternative Album and culminated in an incredible sweep at the 26th Annual Latin GRAMMY® Awards. With a record-breaking 10 nominations—the most for any Argentine project in a single year—they secured five major awards, including Best Alternative Music Album and Best Pop Song.
As we delve into FREE SPIRITS, it’s clear that CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso continue to break boundaries and redefine what it means to be artists in today’s vibrant music landscape. Their courage to explore new musical dimensions while staying true to their roots is what makes them the sound of the week, an experience not to be missed.
