Argentine pianist Hernán Jacinto and Uruguayan drummer Mateo Ottonello, come together in this boundary-pushing duo album recorded in New York. Blending acoustic and electronic textures, tradition and innovation, this project reimagines South American jazz through a contemporary lens—offering a powerful journey into the evolving sound of the Rio de la Plata.

The two shores of the Río de la Plata—Buenos Aires and Montevideo—share a deep and vibrant jazz tradition, one that merges global influences with the region’s rich musical heritage. For over half a century, rhythms like tango, candombe, and milonga have intertwined with jazz and other instrumental forms, continually exploring new directions and pushing creative boundaries.

Argentine pianist and composer Hernán Jacinto and Uruguayan drummer and percussionist Mateo Ottonello embody this spirit of exploration. Though from different generations, both are among the most innovative voices in the Río de la Plata music scene—artists unafraid to blend past and present in pursuit of something new.

Recorded in New York, their duo album offers a journey into the musical soul of the Río de la Plata, reimagined through a contemporary lens. It weaves a rich tapestry of acoustic and electronic textures, tradition and experimentation, groove and introspection. More than a fusion, it’s a reinvention—revealing a new dimension of South American jazz musicianship.

1. Volver
2. Tinta
3. Pa lxs que se van
4. Nombre de bienes
5. Sudaca meeting
6. Deep horizon
7. Guararapes
8. Spit