Erick Brian Colon, the youngest member of the Latin American boy band CNCO, has quickly risen to fame in the music industry. After winning the reality show La Banda, Erick’s dream of becoming a musician became a reality as he joined the group. Their hit song Devuelveme Mi Corazon catapulted them to success, performing at Times Square for Univision’s New Year’s celebrations. With a strong presence on social media and millions of followers, Erick’s popularity continues to grow. He has also had the opportunity to tour with renowned artists such as Ricky Martin, Ariana Grande, Enrique Iglesias, and Pitbull. Currently, Erick is focused on furthering the success of CNCO, solidifying their status as one of Latin America’s hottest boy bands.
Quick Facts
- Also Known As: Erick Brian Colón Arista
- Age: 22 Years, 22 Year Old Males
- Born Country: Cuba
- Height: 5’9″ (175 cm), 5’9″ Males
- City: Havana, Cuba
Rise to Stardom
Erick Brian Colon rose to fame when he participated in the Latin American talent hunt reality show La Banda in September 2015. The show, created by Ricky Martin and Simon Cowell, aimed to select members for a new pop band. At the end of each season, a new band would be launched. The first week of the show was hosted by Mexican model Alejandra Espinoza, and the band formed at the end of the season was called CNCO. Erick was selected as the fourth member of the five-member boy band, which quickly gained fame. La Banda became a major success, featuring participants from various Latin American countries. As the competition progressed, many talented musicians were eliminated until the final band was formed with highly skilled singers and instrumentalists. The final band performed the song “Devuelveme Mi Corazon,” which became famous among critics and music lovers.
Career
Erick Brian Colon’s popularity skyrocketed after his participation in La Banda, leading to a significant increase in his social media followers. Even before the end of the reality show, Erick already had over 440,000 followers on Twitter and 1.3 million followers on Instagram. CNCO was formed on December 13, 2015, and since then, there has been no looking back for Erick and his fellow band members. Their song “Reggaeton Lento (Bailemos)” has garnered over one billion hits on YouTube, making them the first boy band to achieve this milestone. They gained further popularity during their Mas Alla Tour, where they connected with fans from all over. Erick and his band accompanied famous musicians like Ricky Martin, Ariana Grande, Enrique Iglesias, and Pitbull during their respective concert tours. By accompanying such experienced musicians, Erick learned a great deal about music. CNCO won a five-year recording contract with Sony Music Latin and released their debut album titled “PrimeraCita” in August 2016. Produced by rapper Wisin, “PrimeraCita” became an instant hit. The band also released hit singles like “Tan Facil” and “Quisiera,” which performed well on international music charts. CNCO was nominated for six awards at the Premios Juventud Youth Awards, winning five of them, including Catchiest Tune, My Pop Artist, Producer’s Choice, Favorite Twitter Celebrity, and Favorite Fan-army. They were also shortlisted for the Billboard Latin Music Awards in 2017 under the category Artist of the Year. Currently, Erick is busy composing songs for his band, along with his fellow band members.
Family & Personal Life
Erick Brian Colon was born on January 3, 2001, in Havana, Cuba. In 2012, he moved to Tampa, Florida, with his mother and sister. Erick shares a close bond with his mother and sister, as well as his nephew Thiago. Besides his passion for music, Erick is also a talented footballer and dancer. During his school days, he actively participated in cultural events. Before joining CNCO, Erick, along with his friends Christopher Velez and Joel Pimentel, had formed his own band and performed locally.
Trivia
Erick and Zabdiel De Jesus were the final two members selected for CNCO. Erick is the youngest member of the band. He also made a guest appearance on the popular television show “Pura Quimica.”