Nelson Jesús Castañeda Rodríguez aka Niko La Fábrica, born on April 27, 1993, in the city of Barcelona, Anzoátegui state, is a singer-songwriter and urban music producer. Widely known as NIKO, he is considered one of the youngest producers in Venezuela with a substantial portfolio of produced albums.
Born | 1993-04-27 |
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Country | Venezuela |
Age | 32 |
Height | 175 CM |
Knows languages | spanish |
Occupations | musician |
Years active | 2014 - Present |
Also known as | Nelson Jesús Castañeda Rodríguez |
Genres | reggaeton |
Early Years and Musical Roots
Nelson's talent was discovered by his mother, María Rodríguez when he was just 5 years old. She encouraged him to sing, and he would captivate the audience with his performances at their local church in Barcelona. Nelson exhibited a remarkable aptitude for musical instruments such as piano, guitar, drums, and bass from a young age. At the age of twelve, he started exploring urban music and pop, performing cover songs with his schoolmates, leaving everyone impressed with his improvisations in the classroom.
Pursuing His Passion
Lacking resources to record in a professional studio, Nelson began his musical journey by recording his compositions at a friend's house. Armed with a basic computer microphone and an ordinary PC, they produced his early tracks. At the age of 15, he embarked on his musical production career, crafting urban beats from his bedroom computer. Despite parental reprimands for the loud music, this marked the beginning of the dream for this young musician.
Unique Musical Approach
Niko's music aims to transcend the ordinary and address everyday social issues. His goal is to provoke a shift in public mindset, especially among the youth, using the message of God combined with a contemporary sound.
La Fábrica Música
Niko is the founder of his own record label, LA FABRICA MUSIC, where he has collaborated with numerous national and international artists. Notably, he has worked with renowned Venezuelan rap artists such as Ronko, Crisler, Monarka, Rekeson, among others.
Musical Achievements
Niko has released three original music productions to date. His work has received significant attention, especially in recent years, making him the only Christian urban artist in Venezuela to surpass 50,000 monthly listeners on Spotify. And 4,5 million times was played his audio golden nugget "Ave Maria".
Impact and Recognition
Niko's music has swiftly captured the hearts of thousands through social media and various communication channels. His unique blend of spirituality and contemporary sound continues to resonate with audiences, making him a promising force in the Venezuelan music scene.
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