Argentine Trap Star Neo Pistea Talks About the Return of «Modo Diablo,» Fame, Vices & New Sound
The rapper speak to LOS40 about his trajectory and upcoming projects
Neo Pistea is an Argentine rapper and singer who rose to fame as one of the leading figures in the trap music scene in Argentina and Latin America. His real name is Joaquín Daniel Ochoa, and he was born on April 18, 1998, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. At LOS40, we had the chance to speak with him about his influences, life, and other topics.
Neo made a name for himself in the scene thanks to the song «Tumbando el Club,» a true trap anthem featuring other urban icons in the country like Nicki Nicole, KHEA and Cazzu, among others. In this interview, we talked to Neo about other names in the scene like Argentine trap icon Duki, rock music in Argentina, and his new projects.
As he tells us, from a young age, he stood out for his distinctive style within the trap genre. His music is characterized by provocative and naive lyrics, mixed with catchy rhythms and typical trap elements. According to him, trap is not just a sound; it’s a way of life. In the Argentine urban scene, Neo Pistea has been a key figure in the genre’s consolidation in the country and the entire region. His success is reflected in followers from all over the world who accompany him at all his shows.
In this interview, we also talked about fame and the problems that come with it, as well as vices and drugs. The trap scene in Argentina has practically solidified as the main sound of the country. Trap is a music genre that combines elements of hip-hop and electronic music, characterized by its rhythms, explicit lyrics, and urban aesthetics. In the country, trap has gained enormous popularity among young people and has managed to break cultural and social barriers.
YSY A, Duki & Neo Pistea’s ‘Modo Diablo.’
Other prominent names in the scene are Duki and YSY A. These two began to impress with their rhymes in the freestyle competition called «El Quinto Escalón» and later expanded their talent worldwide. In fact, a year after the competition dissolved, they joined forces with Neo Pistea to form what would become a historic trap crew in Argentina: «Modo Diablo.»
We also talked to Neo Pistea about the return of this group, so be sure to check out the full interview!