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| Gepe | |
|---|---|
| Name | Gepe |
| Birth name | Daniel Riveros |
| Birth date | 1981-09-28 |
| Origin | San Fernando, Chile |
| Occupation | Singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer |
| Years active | 2000s–present |
| Labels | Quemasucabeza, National |
Gepe Daniel Riveros (born 28 September 1981), known professionally as Gepe, is a Chilean singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer. He emerged from the early 2000s indie scene in Chile, blending Andean folk traditions with electronic pop and indie rock. Gepe has released multiple albums, collaborated with leading Latin American artists, and performed at major festivals across Latin America and Europe.
Born in San Fernando, Chile, Riveros grew up in the O'Higgins Region and later moved to Santiago, where he attended local schools and music workshops. He studied music informally through participation in community ensembles and was influenced by performances at venues such as Teatro Municipal de Santiago, Centro Cultural Matucana 100, and Universidad de Chile concerts. His early exposure included listening to recordings associated with Violeta Parra, Víctor Jara, Buena Vista Social Club, and contemporary acts from Lola Beltrán-influenced repertoires as well as regional radio from Radio Cooperativa and Radio Bio-Bio.
Gepe began his career in the early 2000s with the band Guiso before launching a solo career that intersected with the Chilean indie movement led by labels such as Quemasucabeza and festivals like Primavera Sound and Lollapalooza Chile. His breakthrough albums were met with critical attention from outlets like Rolling Stone (Argentina), La Tercera, and El Mercurio. Gepe toured venues including Teatro Caupolicán, Palacio de Los Deportes, and international stages in cities such as Buenos Aires, Madrid, Mexico City, and Berlin. He has appeared on television programs produced by networks including TVN (Chile), Canal 13 (Chile), and Mezcal TV showcases.
Gepe's sound combines elements from Andean folklore, Nueva Canción influences from artists like Violeta Parra and Víctor Jara, and modern electronic textures reminiscent of Gustavo Cerati, Soda Stereo, and Babasónicos. His instrumentation often features charango, quena, and acoustic guitar alongside synthesizers and drum machines used by acts such as Tame Impala, MGMT, and The Postal Service. Lyrical themes echo poetic traditions tied to figures like Nicanor Parra and contemporary Chilean literature associated with Isabel Allende and Roberto Bolaño.
Gepe's principal studio albums include releases on labels such as Quemasucabeza and National Records. Notable records span the 2000s and 2010s and were promoted on platforms including MTV Latin America, NPR Music, and BBC Radio 6 Music. His singles received airplay on stations like Rock & Pop (Chile), Los 40 Principales, and streaming playlists curated by services such as Spotify and Apple Music. He has also issued EPs and live recordings sold at independent retailers like Discos Rockaxis and distributed through indie networks connected to Primaveracelta-style circuits.
Gepe has collaborated with a range of Latin American and international artists, contributing to recordings and live performances with musicians from Jorge Drexler, Mon Laferte, Camila Moreno, Los Bunkers, Sergio Mendoza, and producers associated with Dënver and Alex Anwandter. He participated in compilation projects alongside artists signed to Feria Music and joined cultural initiatives organized by institutions like Centro Cultural Gabriela Mistral (GAM) and Corporación Cultural de Santiago. Cross-genre projects included work with electronic producers linked to Nicolas Jaar-adjacent circles and folkloric ensembles that tour with organizations such as Unesco cultural programs.
Gepe has received nominations and awards from Chilean and international bodies, appearing on shortlists for prizes issued by entities like Premio Pulsar, Altazor Awards, and critics' lists compiled by El Mercurio and La Tercera. His albums have featured in year-end best-of lists published by outlets including Rolling Stone (Argentina), Pitchfork-adjacent blogs, and Latin American music journals. Festivals and cultural institutions such as Santiago a Mil and Festival Internacional de la Canción de Viña del Mar have acknowledged his contributions to contemporary Chilean music.
Gepe maintains a public image tied to cultural preservation and progressive cultural causes, engaging with organizations like Fundación para la Confianza and appearing at benefit concerts organized by groups such as Amnesty International and Red Chilena Contra la Violencia hacia las Mujeres. He has performed at politically resonant events connected to movements involving figures like Michelle Bachelet-era cultural policy debates and participated in panels with representatives from Ministerio de las Culturas, las Artes y el Patrimonio (Chile). Media profiles in publications such as The New York Times, El País, and La Nación (Argentina) have discussed his role in the broader Latin American indie and folk revival.
Category:Chilean singer-songwriters Category:1981 births Category:Living people