Cuban artist and songwriter Nesty is making his next move in the music industry.
The artist signed a worldwide publishing deal with independent music publishing company Peermusic, Billboard learned on Monday (June 22). The deal encompasses select catalog and future works in which Nesty will participate as an artist, songwriter and producer.
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Elizabeth Rodda, Peermusic’s president of U.S. Latin, Latin America and global society relations, said in a statement on the signing: “Nesty has an extraordinary ability to create music that connects instantly and authentically with audiences. We are very excited to partner with Nesty as he continues to shape culture and reach new audiences around the world.”
Nesty, whose name is Ernesto Alejandro Galguera, also expressed his excitement about the signing
“I’m very happy to have found a home as a songwriter,” he said in a statement. “Ever since I started in music, I’ve been writing songs, and expressing myself through lyrics and music is a true passion of mine. Finding a place like Peermusic is more than just finding a publisher — it’s finding a family. I’m confident that great things are ahead for us together!”
Known for his song “Tata (La Conga),” among others, and recognized for his genre-blending style, Nesty earned his first Latin Grammy nomination in 2016. In 2017, he joined Rottweilas Inc., founded by Puerto Rican singer Cosculluela, where he returned to his salsa roots with “Salsa Fresh,” which fuses traditional salsa with urban beats.
Nesty has forged a successful collaboration with artist Dale Pututi, resulting in viral hits such as the recent single “El Problema Soy Yo” (featuring Dale Pututi & Nesty x Charly & Johayron) and “Los Despechaos” (with contributions from Dale Pututi, Nesty, and Tito El Bambino). That creative partnership has propelled them to a sold-out debut in Miami and set the stage for a 2026 tour, with additional music on the horizon.
