Chris Leon

Chris León is an Ecuadorian composer, producer, and songwriter living in New York City. His music blends Latin rhythms like salsa and bolero with touches of jazz, disco, and hip hop, creating something that feels fresh but familiar. Each song tells a piece of his story, with a sound that’s honest, personal, and unmistakably his.

Work Highlights

Mi Debilidad

A modern bolero infused with jazz, soul, and longing.
Warm Rhodes, Moog bass, and a sax solo bring nostalgic depth to this tribute to classic Latin drama. Filmed in New York, the video follows the quiet ache of unreturned love.

Listen Now

Despistado

A sun-soaked pop disco track with Latin flair and retro charm.
Funky strings, bright trumpet hooks, and playful melodies channel a Dua Lipa–inspired vibe in this love song about getting lost in someone—and loving it.

Listen Now

Qué Miedo Estar Solo

A modern son montuno fusing classic salsa with a fresh, intimate voice. Inspired by Barretto and Roena, it blends bold horns, rich percussion, and raw lyrics on loneliness. Filmed in NYC, the video reimagines tradition for today.

Listen Now

Un Poquito

Old-school salsa meets Latin trap in this fiery summer anthem.
With rapper Mesalina, slick synths, and dance-ready percussion, it’s a beach-ready banger. Filmed in La Chocolatera (Ecuador), the video brings the heat start to finish.

Listen Now

Porfolio

My Music

Original songs that blend Latin rhythms with jazz, soul, and pop influences—music that tells personal stories with a modern twist.

pexels-dmitry-demidov-515774-3784566 (1).jpg

Production for Others

Tracks produced for other artists, bringing their vision to life through bold arrangements, signature sounds, and genre-blending style.

Music Videos

A visual extension of the music—each video captures the mood, story, and energy of the track in vivid, cinematic form.

Film Scoring

Emotive, scene-driven compositions created to enhance storytelling across short films and visual projects.