"Dilemastronauta — the musical project of Combo Chimbita drummer Andres Jimenez — took raved-up cumbia beats and tropical grooves, undergirded by syncopated blasts of percussion, and shot them straight into space on lysergic swirls of twinkling electronics."
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- New Haven Independent
About
DILEMASTRONAUTA
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Andres Jimenez, better known as Dilemastronauta, is not just a musician or producer—he's a pioneering force in the world of Tropical Futuristic music. Born in Colombia and having spent 25 transformative years in the dynamic cultural hub of New York, Dilemastronauta has carved out a bold, genre-defying path with his innovative sound.
His groundbreaking albums, En Órbita (2017) and the 8 Supernovas mixtape (2020), have redefined the boundaries of music, while his 2024 single "Llegó" further amplifies his distinct vision.
Each release is a vibrant tapestry of percussive folkloric traditions, swirling psychedelia, and audacious improvisational experimentation—an otherworldly blend that pulls listeners into a cosmic journey of sound. With a drumming style as unpredictable as it is captivating, Dilemastronauta is reshaping the landscape of modern Latin music, boldly exploring the intersections of past and future, roots and innovation.
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On November 7, 2025, Dilemastronauta y La Tripulación Cósmica released SLEEPWALK, a vinyl LP on Figure and Ground Records featuring a full-length 5 track album. The release explores hypnotic, the Colombian Millo flute as well as rooted rhythms of the Caribbean layered with experimental synth textures, offering a deep glimpse into his evolving sonic universe. A music video is set for release in Spring 2026.
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