WARNER CHAPPELL RAISES CURTAIN ON RISING STAR HAMILTON

Warner Chappell Music’s Miami team has struck green by signing rising Latin/Afrobeats star Hamilton, otherwise known as Leimor Hamilton Solera.

The Colombian native, who released his debut album, Los Reyes del Mar, via Cigol Music Group/Elevate early last year, has earned 250m global streams for his own releases as well as collaborations with Ryan Castro on “A Poca Luz” and Justin Quiles and Lenny Tavárez on “Atardecer.” He’s set to drop his new single, "Mi Reina," featuring rapper Nanpa Basico, on 4/3.

Said Lázaro Hernández, WCM SVP, A&R, U.S. Latin & Latin America, "Hamilton is a true rising star in every sense of the word. He stands out as a key collaborator in Afrobeats, staying true to his roots while also blending different genres. This is a significant step for all of us and we can’t wait to see what’s next for this incredible creator."

Hamilton enthused, "I'm very happy to be able to connect with Warner Chappell and have them join me on my journey to protect and expand my catalog as a singer-songwriter. I am deeply grateful for this opportunity, and to my management team for helping and guiding me."

While Warner Chappell has scored with Hamilton, HITS continues trying to scavenge enough Washingtons to buy a latte.