Argentina’s Duki Rekindles His Hunger on World Tour
In the wake of a triumphant appearance at Chile’s Viña del Mar Festival, Argentine trap sensation Duki has set his sights on reigniting the raw desire that fueled his early career. His forthcoming U.S. tour promises renewed energy—and a refocused purpose.
From Buenos Aires Freestyle To Worldwide Spotlight
Mauro Ezequiel Lombardo, known as Duki, made a strong name for himself within Latin America’s urban music world. He blends trap sounds with his engaging stage persona. He began with freestyle battles in Argentina. Soon after, he went beyond those local events and worked with prominent artists from across the globe. Now, the 28-year-old star stands on the threshold of what may become one of his most ambitious chapters: taking on massive venues across the United States before heading to Europe.
Basking in the afterglow of his win at the LXIV edition of the Viña del Mar International Song Festival—where he earned both the Silver and Gold Seagull Awards—Duki shows no sign of complacency. Instead, he craves the electric rush of early-stage artistry, a spirit he admits can fade under the weight of sprawling stadium shows and nonstop media appearances. As he told reporters in Miami, “I want to reconnect with the sense of enjoyment and the hunger I had back then.” That goal calls for both physical endurance and artistic vision. These features necessitate a considered balance for a star experiencing great acclaim.
The story of Duki’s beginnings holds special appeal for many young admirers. These admirers frequently hope to gain fame through effort and talent. He first obtained notice after he took part in rap contests that were on city streets. This participation provided him with a clear advantage in contests. Those who saw his spirited freestyle events recall a young performer. He displayed unlimited expression and an unusual capacity to relate to people. Observers of his lively freestyle times remember a youthful artist. He delivered boundlessly and had a strange ability to understand an audience. These “batallas de gallos,” a term used in Argentina, improved his rap skills. They also helped him find a unique style. This style blended melody, spoken word, and careful rhythm.
In time, this propelled him beyond the confines of the local scene. As chatter on social media platforms rose, Duki was able to perform as the opening act for well-known artists. He later started releasing his own songs. Examples include “She Don’t Give a FO” and “Goteo.” He rapidly gathered millions of streams. These found appeal with a generation that was tired of common pop styles. He connected various listener groups by addressing street culture and taking on hooks that were successful on the charts.
Yet success came quickly and on a grand scale, leading to collaborations with Latin music luminaries such as Bad Bunny, Ozuna, and J Balvin. The momentum soared further in 2022 when he became the first urban artist to perform solo at Madrid’s historic Santiago Bernabéu stadium. Each grand milestone brought both greater recognition and more pressure, culminating in a fervent global following that now looks to him for the next evolution of trap music.
Duki’s recent conversation in Miami reveals a performer rethinking that evolution. “When you idealize things and build such colossal projects, you sometimes lose the real focus,” he explains. “It’s easy to get lost in all the planning and not fully enjoy the moment.” His upcoming “Ameri World Tour” across the U.S. aims to change that, offering him a chance to test new waters, discover smaller venues with new crowds, and rekindle the hunger he felt before fame.
Ameri World Tour: A Refocus on Stage Energy
The “Ameri World Tour” launches April 26 in San Diego, moving on to Los Angeles, Philadelphia, Boston, New York, Charlotte, Silver Spring, Chicago, and Atlanta, ending May 17 in Miami. Duki’s voice brightens when he talks about these concert stops, describing them as a welcome respite from grandiose stadium shows. For him, traveling to relatively unfamiliar markets fosters a sense of novelty and challenge that can reignite his foundational drive.
“Sometimes huge events can make you forget why you fell in love with music in the first place,” he notes. “We’ve been rehearsing constantly, mentally preparing to absolutely kill it on stage. A certain thrill comes from discovering locales, getting to know followers, and taking in different kinds of vibes. The very physical aspect of his act calls for strict preparation. Recognized because he jumps a lot on stage and gets the audience going, he puts money into voice training and a planned exercise schedule. This makes certain he can give the same strength that he had during competitions rap from prior times.
Along with the new album “Ameri” to promote, the question arises: how will he pack his extensive catalog into a single setlist? Duki admits it’s no simple feat. “I have a bunch of songs. We’re obviously going to play the album, but we’ll vary the rest so the energy doesn’t get stale,” he says. Tracks from four studio albums since 2019 present him with a wealth of material, from upbeat bangers to introspective ballads, and fans can expect the show’s structure to evolve night after night.
He also approaches his stage setup with a fresh lens. Rather than overshadowing the music with imposing visuals, he wants the performance to revolve around raw engagement—sharpening his rap verses, picking precise moments to incorporate melodic hooks, and giving the crowd direct lines of connection to the stories behind each song. The Santiago Bernabéu concert demonstrated that a certain performer could indeed pack a large venue. The next performances focus on finding again the raw, direct energy that formed his initial rise.
Looking Ahead, Embracing Beginnings
While the U.S. concerts promise a major moment for Duki’s artistry, his ambition stretches further. After finishing stateside, he’s scheduled ten European dates from October onward, including shows in Spain, Italy, and Germany. Every city on his route offers another meeting point. His fame meets a chance to gain new fans. “Every time we cross frontiers, it gives us a new shot of energy,” he says. He emphasizes a want for connections with people that go past online numbers or how well songs perform.
In some ways, Duki’s immediate focus on “bringing the hunger back” resonates as a broader statement about the music industry’s obsession with scale and record-breaking metrics. Having soared to unbelievable heights, from Viña del Mar’s accolades to Bernabéu’s grandeur, the question for any artist becomes: what fuels sustained relevance beyond the spectacle? For Duki, a solution is found in recollections of a time when he was simply another aspiring freestyle artist at Buenos Aires street corners. The young contender gained strength from adrenaline, intense rivalry, and a community that encouraged each verse.
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Duki’s firm commitment to his art and his resolve to meet supporters directly suggest he is ready to change his type of trap music as he sees fit. He is evidence that even when very successful, a creator can find again the vital inspiration that started their journey. The “Ameri World Tour” is far more than a promotional circuit; it’s an odyssey aimed at reviving the unfiltered thrill that first guided him through freestyle battles to the iconic festival stage. Whether bounding across an intimate U.S. venue or commanding a colossal stadium overseas, Duki aims to hold fast to the voice that fueled his remarkable ascent—and perhaps find a new level of artistry in the process.
