Kobalt announced today that it has signed a worldwide publishing deal with Ana Bárbara, the beloved regional Mexican songstress whose music has generated millions and millions of record sales and streams around the world.
“Kobalt has built its reputation over the last two decades fiercely advocating for their songwriters around the world,” said Ana Bárbara. “I’m excited to get to work with Teresa and the entire Kobalt team on my music.”
“Ana Bárbara is considered one of the most important and successful singer-songwriters of the Regional Mexican genre,” said Néstor Casonu, president of Kobalt Music Latin America. “We are delighted to collaborate with Ana and grateful for the trust she has given us to be her Publisher. Together, we will continue to build on the impressive legacy she has created throughout her extraordinary career.”
Kobalt’s Senior Creative Director for Latin America, Teresa Romo also commented, “Ana Bárbara is an iconic songwriter whose ongoing contributions to Música Mexicana have paved the way for the next generation of female artists and songwriters.
Her musical legacy not only reflects her mastery of the stage but ability to connect with multiple generations, which has helped to push Musica Mexicana to become one of the most quickly rising musical genres in the world. We are thrilled that she has chosen Kobalt as the home for her new work as well as for her substantial catalog of songs.”
With more than 10 studio albums, Ana Bárbara has built a loyal following throughout Latin America and beyond with her versatile writing that spans mariachi, pop, banda, romantic ballads and more.
Among her numerous accolades are 6 Latin GRAMMY nominations with one win, 4 Premios Lo Nuestro Awards, with a career achievement award in 2024, 7 Furia Musical Awards and two American GRAMMY nominations. She received one of the industry’s most important awards, BMI’s Icon Award, becoming the first female songwriter to receive the prestigious honor.
Ana is currently assembling a greatest hits album set for 2025. She is currently on her Reina Grupera tour in the U.S. and has plans to expand dates in 2025 into Mexico and Latin America.