Barranquilla’s own Golden (@gogolden_)—the two-time Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and producer—just leveled up his breakout project with “Saoko Vol. 1 (Deluxe).” The Colombian coastal kingpin adds three brand-new cuts, anchored by the long-teased “La Esencia (Remix)” featuring fellow Colombian superstar Zaider (@zaidermusic).
Golden – “La Esencia (Remix)” featuring Zaider (Official Music Video)
“La Esencia (Remix)” is pure Caribbean alchemy. Golden’s silky champeta-meets-R&B flow glides alongside Zaider’s raw, street-seasoned delivery. Steel drums snap, synths swirl, and the chemistry crackles—two generations of Barranquilla royalty trading bars like it’s a block-party cypher.
Fans who’ve been rinsing the standard edition since its drop are calling this the definitive version. It’s the kind of expansion that doesn’t just pad runtime—it reframes the whole album and brings together two incredible talents, providing fans with a fresh experience of their combined artistry.
In his own words, Golden explains, “‘La Esencia (Remix)’ is a romantic, joyful Afro-Latino track that is both a love letter and an anthem to individuality, affirming that a real connection transcends any competition.”
Golden’s rise keeps accelerating. From viral freestyles to Grammy nods, he’s the sound of Colombia’s new guard: unapologetically coastal, globally minded, and dance-floor lethal. “Saoko Vol. 1 (Deluxe)” is streaming everywhere—crank it loud and let Barranquilla take over your speakers.
Golden – “Saoko Vol. 1 (Deluxe)” album
In the same vein as “Saoko Vol. 1,” the deluxe edition takes listeners on a vibrant sonic journey—blending afrobeats, dancehall, salsa, and Latin rhythms. It reaffirms that Saoko is more than just music—it’s a movement, a style, and a culture. The release also amplifies the importance of Afro-Latino voices in Latin music, celebrating the rich beauty and diversity of Colombia.
Since the release of “Saoko Vol. 1,” Golden has garnered millions of streams, received praise from GRAMMYs, Billboard, Univision, People en Español, and amassed hundreds of thousands of Spotify monthly listeners. Beyond his own artistry, Golden recently produced Hamilton x Farruko’s “La Ruta,” Justin Quiles x ODUMODUBLVCK’s “Maradona,” and—between us—some exciting tracks for Beéle x Ozuna’s upcoming project.
Golden – “Saoko Vol. 1 (Deluxe)” album
We recommend adding Golden and Zaider’s “La Esencia (Remix)” song to your favorite urbano latino playlist. We would love to hear your thoughts! Comment below and let us know how you feel. Your feedback helps us bring you more of what you love to discover. Mel Blanc’s famous catchphrase, That’s All Folks! Thanks for reading another great article on Bong Mines Entertainment, your go-to source for new music and entertainment news. Connect with us on X, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook to share your thoughts and stay updated. Subscribe to our newsletter, grab some merch, and support us as a Patron of Bong Mines Entertainment, and always remember that (P)ositive (E)nergy (A)lways (C)reates (E)levation—P.E.A.C.E.
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