Based in Barcelona, and originally from Algeciras, Cádiz (southern Spain), Hoss Benítez is a drummer with over two decades of experience, known for a distinctive sound that fuses flamenco roots from southern Spain with jazz, soul, hip-hop, R&B, rock, neo soul, electronic music and forward-thinking improvisation.
Hoss’s versatility has led him to collaborate with a wide spectrum of influential artists, including Ca7riel and Paco Amoroso, Nathy Peluso, Braxton Cook, Rels B, Lil Supa, Nicki Nicole, Dano, Delaossa, and Cruz Cafuné. He also has shared the stage and studio with respected names such as Diego Amador, Chano Domínguez, Silvia Pérez Cruz, Javier Ruibal, and Kiko Veneno.
A core part of his career is his role as the drummer for internationally acclaimed artist El Kanka, with whom he has spent the last 10 years recording and touring across the globe. After nearly 10 years with the project BIG MENU, where he developed his skills as a singer, songwriter, and drummer, he began his own project alongside DJ Swet, Hoss & Swet 1987. Together, they blend electronic and acoustic elements in a fresh, modern format. Their debut LP marks the beginning of an international touring chapter across Europe and Latin America.
Beyond the stage, Hoss is deeply committed to education and the evolution of modern music. He holds a degree in jazz drums and modern music from the Conservatori Superior de Música del Liceu, where he is now a professor, shaping the next generation of musicians.
