Santos Bravos (group)

Santos Bravos is a Latin American boy band based in Mexico City, consisting of five members: Alejandro Aramburú, Drew Venegas, Gabi Bermúdez, Kauê Penna, and Kenneth Lavíll. With members from Peru, the United States, Puerto Rico, Brazil, and Mexico, Santos Bravos was formed by Hybe Latin America in 2025 through a self-titled reality series.

In 2026, the group was nominated for Male New Artist of the Year at Premio Lo Nuestro.

Santos Bravos was formed in 2025 by Hybe Latin America through a self-titled reality series aimed at creating a new Latin pop boy band.^[1][2] The project brought together contestants from different Latin American countries and the United States, who underwent a structured selection process that included vocal, dance, and performance evaluations, as well as group challenges designed to assess chemistry and versatility. Throughout the series, the participants received training and mentorship under the direction of HYBE Latin America, following a development model similar to other idol survival programs.^[3][4] At the conclusion of the competition, five members—Alejandro Aramburú, Drew Venegas, Gabi Bermúdez, Kauê Penna, and Kenneth Lavíll—were selected to form the final lineup, marking the launch of HYBE Latin America’s first Latin male pop group.^[5][6][7]

On October 21, 2025, Santos Bravos made their official debut during a concert held at the Auditorio Nacional in Mexico City, which also served as the final episode of the competition series.^[8][9] During the event, the finalists performed a selection of songs developed throughout the training period, including covers and original material. The group then performed their debut single, "0%", marking their first appearance as an official recording and performing act.^[10]

The single "0%" was released on the day of the group’s debut; however, its music video—filmed in Mexico City—was released on December 18.^[11] Ha Yu-Mi of K-en News described the track as “a high-tempo Latin pop song layered with pulsing beats, bold basslines, slick electronic sounds, and an addictive chorus.”^[12] On November 25, a Brazilian Portuguese version of "0%" was released.^[13] Following their debut, the group began planning an international tour.^[14]

In late January 2026, Santos Bravos released the single "Kawasaki".^[15] The members described the song as offering a different perspective on their debut single, characterizing it as “more energetic, bolder in style, and more dance-oriented.”^[a][16] The music video was released a few days later, following the group’s performance during Paris Fashion Week.^[17]

• Alejandro Aramburú
• Drew Venegas
• Gabi Bermúdez
• Kauê Penna
• Kenneth Lavíll