Get ready for a festive explosion of Puerto Rican rhythms! “Se Formó El Rumbón” brings the joyful spirit of Christmas celebrations to life through an energetic fusion of traditional Puerto Rican plena and tropical rhythms.
Performed by Barreto El Show, this vibrant release is an original composition by Puerto Rican singer, songwriter, percussionist, and producer Josué Barreto, featuring musical arrangements by Richard Marcell.
Inspired by the lively Christmas parrandas of Puerto Rico, the song captures the excitement of gathering with friends and family, celebrating traditions, and enjoying the infectious rhythms of Caribbean music.
About Josué Barreto & Barreto El Show
Originally from Isabela, Puerto Rico, Josué Barreto has developed a musical career shaped by his passion for tropical music and traditional Caribbean rhythms.
Before establishing his own musical project, he performed with several recognized groups, including Los Nenes del Merengue, Víctor Roque y La Gran Manzana, and Grupomanía.
In 2009, he founded Barreto El Show, creating a musical project that brings together plena, bomba, salsa, merengue, and other tropical influences.
Beyond music, Barreto also has a background in circus arts, where he achieved international recognition as a world champion, adding another distinctive dimension to his artistic career.
A Christmas Celebration with Puerto Rican Flavor
With “Se Formó El Rumbón,” Barreto El Show celebrates the sounds and traditions that make Puerto Rican Christmas music so special.
The combination of plena and tropical rhythms creates an upbeat musical experience filled with percussion, movement, and festive Caribbean energy.
The official music video brings an additional visual dimension to the release, incorporating Josué Barreto’s circus performance background and creative visual elements before leading into the festive atmosphere of a traditional Puerto Rican parranda.
The video was directed and produced by José Morales, known as Grillete.
Through this release, Josué Barreto continues sharing the joy of Puerto Rican music and its rich cultural traditions with audiences everywhere.
“Se Formó El Rumbón” is an invitation to celebrate, dance, and experience the unmistakable spirit of a Puerto Rican Christmas!