"Dilemastronauta — the musical project of Combo Chimbita drummer Andres Jimenez — took raved-up cumbia beats and tropical grooves, undergirded by syncopated blasts of percussion, and shot them straight into space on lysergic swirls of twinkling electronics." ​​- NEW HAVEN INDEPENDENT

Andres Jimenez, better known as Dilemastronauta, is not just a musician or producer—he's a pioneering force in the world of Tropical Futuristic music. Born in Colombia and having spent 25 transformative years in the dynamic cultural hub of New York, Dilemastronauta has carved out a bold, genre-defying path with his innovative sound.

Dilemastronauta was the co-founder of the band M.A.K.U Sound system who which he recorded 5 albums and toured the world.

In 2016 he co-founded Combo Chimbita and has recorded more than 5 LP,s and 4 singles. They keep touring the world.

2025 was a very prolific year as Dilema toured the United States with Tunisian singer EMEL. For Jimenez it was quite a musical challenge and a wonderful opportunity to learn from one of the most outspoken arabic singer of her generation. Later that year Dilemastronauta released the album Sleepwalk on figure and ground records.

His groundbreaking albums, En Órbita (2017) and the 8 Supernovas mixtape (2020), have redefined the boundaries of music, while his 2024 single "Llegó" further amplifies his distinct vision.

Each release is a vibrant tapestry of percussive folkloric traditions, swirling psychedelia, and audacious improvisational experimentation—an otherworldly blend that pulls listeners into a cosmic journey of sound. With a drumming style as unpredictable as it is captivating, Dilemastronauta is reshaping the landscape of modern Latin music, boldly exploring the intersections of past and future, roots and innovation.

Dilemastronauta has been playing all the major festivals like: Global Fest 2026, Festival Calaveras 2025, Ohana Fest in California curated by Pearl Jam 2022, Trans Musical in France 2022, Roskilde in Denmark 2010 and many others.

Secret Planet Richmond is a DIY music production team that works to bring cutting-edge international roots-based artists to Richmond year round, not just at the Richmond Folk Festival.

With only 107 seats, shows at Révéler are intimate and immersive. A romantic venue with exquisite sound and dreamy vibes, Révéler offers a unique selection of cocktails, wines, beers, bubbles, and non-alcoholic beverages. Our kitchen delivers small plates crafted with care.

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