After teasing fans last week with a snippet titled “Sunset Tower,” rising Dominican-American singer-songwriter María Isabel officially drops her captivating new single “Bien Bien,” produced by Grammy Award-winning producer El Guincho (Charli XCX, Rosalía, FKA twigs). The release marks the beginning of an imaginative new era for María, one that deeply embraces her roots as a Dominican-American artist raised in New York City.
Accompanied by a cinematic music video directed by 91 Rules and filmed along the Brooklyn waterfront, “Bien Bien” perfectly captures the city’s energy and María’s signature blend of soulful introspection and urban edge.
A New Sound, Same Soul
With “Bien Bien,” María Isabel transforms the intimacy of her vocals into a dance-ready groove, guided by El Guincho’s sleek, rhythmic production. The track signals a bold sonic evolution from the heartfelt R&B of her acclaimed debut EP, Stuck in the Sky, and her emotional follow-up, i hope you’re very unhappy without me.
Both previous projects earned critical praise from outlets like Pigeons & Planes, Wonderland, Vogue, and NYLON, who celebrated María’s bilingual storytelling and her ability to channel vulnerability and strength through her songwriting.
Rooted in Identity and Culture
“Bien Bien” represents a moment of clarity for María, the culmination of a creative period spent honing her voice, her vision, and her purpose. Through her collaboration with El Guincho, she captures the duality of her identity: Dominican heritage meets New York soul. The result is a sound that feels both global and personal a celebration of culture, rhythm, and authenticity.
Fans can watch the “Bien Bien” video now and stream the single across all digital platforms. Stay tuned, this new era for María Isabel is just getting started.