Negro Impacto are the independent Irish duo who have been quietly setting the standard for alternative RnB and against-the-grain artistry in the Irish music scene. With the mesmerising vocals and writing style of Chi-chi and the genre-bending production of multi-instrumentalist Laurence (aka StrangeLove), their fast trajectory and funky sound has been capturing people’s attention near and far.
What started as a casual collaboration after meeting at a skatepark has grown into one of Ireland’s most exciting contemporary music acts. The Dundalk natives draw inspiration from a diverse range of influences including the likes of Tyler, The Creator, The Internet, Frank Ocean, DJ Harrison, Steve Lacy and genres spanning gospel, rock, soul and beyond.
Their live shows have become a cornerstone of their reputation, combining inventive arrangements by Laurence, Chi-chi’s vibrant stage presence, and an ever-evolving band lineup. The expansive and quality sound, unserious interactions and highly entertaining show of Negro Impacto has allowed them to grace stages at the likes of Primavera Pro Barcelona, Electric Picnic, Forbidden Fruit, All Together Now, Another Love Story, and many more, while supporting acts like Madness, Ojerime, and STRFKR.
Highlights from the past year include a standout performance at the Mladi Jazz Festival in Prague, gracing stages in London, All Together Now, Electric Picnic and a special invitation to perform for the President of Ireland at his residence. Their 2024 single “FANGIRL” earned them their first Spotify Fresh Finds UK & IE cover, followed by the single ”1800″ making them cover star’s of Spotify’s FREE FORM cover and amassing hundreds of thousands of organic streams online.
2025 marks an exciting new chapter for the the RTÉ 2FM Rising alumni, with new music in the works, further festival appearances, and an expanding international presence, Negro Impacto are undoubtedly one of Ireland’s most promising musical exports.
