A night of futuristic visuals, explosive beats, and non-stop dancing!
Austin, Texas pulsed with electric energy last night as global reggaeton icon J Balvin stormed the Moody Center with his vibrant and high-powered “Back To The Rayo” Tour. With fans dressed in neon, flags flying, and the smell of anticipation thick in the air, the venue was packed to the rafters with people ready to witness a living legend in action. From the moment Balvin took the stage, the crowd was swept into a multi-sensory experience—flashing strobes, massive LED panels, and booming bass lines that shook the floor. You could feel it!
Known for blending bold visual aesthetics with genre-blurring sound, J Balvin didn’t just perform—he transcended. Every track hit like a lightning bolt, every visual element was dialed to the max, and the love between artist and audience radiated like wildfire. It was more than a show, it was a celebration of Latin culture, music, and unity on the grandest scale.
J BALVIN
Back To The Rayo!
J Balvin’s set at the Moody Center was a technicolor dream charged with emotion, rhythm, and spectacle. As the lights dimmed and thunder crackled through the speakers, a massive LED lightning bolt descended, and a Volkswagen Golf car (Rayo) started to move to the front of the stage. In J Balvin’s album “Rayo,” and also the name of this tour, the name refers to his first car, a red Volkswagen Golf, which he named “Rayo.” This car holds sentimental value as it was a gift from his father and played a crucial role in his early career, helping him travel to studios, schools, and interviews.
Balvin came out of the car onto the stage with “Doblexxó,” instantly bringing the audience to its feet. The energy only climbed from there with bangers like “Reggaeton,” “Amarillo,” “Azul” and “Con Altura,” each one delivered with unmatched swagger.
Balvin commanded the crowd with his effortless charm, flipping between high-octane anthems and more intimate, heartfelt moments like “No Me Conoce” and a mash up of “El preso / Hips don’t lie” by Shakira, “Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido,” by Karol G, and “Según Quién” by Maluma.
Fans sang every word, waved flags from across Latin America, and screamed as Balvin dance and moved around the stage nonstop!
Latinos In Da House!
One of the most emotional and unifying moments of J Balvin’s Back To The Rayo show at the Moody Center came when he paused mid-set to address his beloved fans—not just as a crowd, but as a community. With the spotlight casting a glow over him, Balvin began naming Latin American countries one by one: “¡Colombia! ¡Puerto Rico! ¡Argentina! ¡Chile! ¡Venezuela! ¡El Salvador! ¡Guatemala!…” The cheers grew louder with each shoutout, fans waving their flags and beaming with pride.
Then—he paused.
That pause was powerful. Anticipation swelled in the room. The silence broke as a chant erupted: “¡México! ¡México! ¡México!” Fans shouted with passion, pride, and love. And then J Balvin, smiling wide, raised his mic and screamed, “¡Y MÉXICOOOOOO!”
The arena exploded in cheers. It was a goosebumps moment. A celebration of identity, unity, and the cultural power of Latin America—led by an artist who knows exactly where his heart is.
José Álvaro Osorio Balvin
Born José Álvaro Osorio Balvin in Medellín, Colombia, J Balvin has become one of the most influential artists in global music. He began his musical journey performing at clubs in Medellín, heavily inspired by American hip-hop and reggaeton pioneers from Puerto Rico. Determined to make reggaeton a globally respected genre, he moved to the U.S. and later returned to Colombia to refine his craft. Balvin’s breakout moment came in 2014 with “6 AM,” followed by global smashes like “Ginza,” “Mi Gente,” and “I Like It” with Cardi B and Bad Bunny.
His blend of urban beats, Latin roots, and genre-bending collaborations propelled him to international superstardom. Yet, he’s always stayed true to his message of pride in Latino culture, mental health advocacy, and musical evolution. From local clubs to headlining Coachella and world tours, J Balvin’s rise has been electrifying—a true symbol of reggaeton’s global power.
A Full Latin Experience
J Balvin’s “Back To The Rayo” stop in Austin was more than a show—it was a full-on cultural lightning strike. Every element of the night, from the jaw-dropping visuals to the heartfelt moments of connection, reinforced why Balvin stands tall as one of the most innovative voices in music today. He brought joy, style, rhythm, and sincerity to the stage, creating a space where thousands danced, sang, and felt seen. The way he fused futuristic visuals with timeless Latin rhythms proved he’s not just riding the wave—he is the storm.
As fans spilled out of the Moody Center still humming choruses and basking in the afterglow, one thing was crystal clear: J Balvin didn’t just come to perform—he came to unite, electrify, and inspire. Austin will be glowing for weeks from this one. El Niño de Medellín brought the lightning, and we were lucky enough to dance in the rain.
J BALVIN – Austin, TX – 04/24/2025
- Swat (Intro)
- Doblexxó
- Reggaeton
- Amarillo
- Morado
- Azul
- Loco contigo
- Con altura
- Blanco
- 6 AM
- Ay vamos
- Safari
- Ginza
- Otra vez
- No es justo
- Bonita
- Polvo de tu vida
- +57
- No Me Conoce – Remix
- El preso / Hips don’t lie (Shakira) / Si antes te hubiera conocido (Karol G) / Según quien (Maluma)
- Qué pretendes
- Como un bebé
- Baila baila baila
- Poblado
- Sigo extrañándote
- X
- I Like It
- La canción
- Rojo
- Ahora dice
- Rio
- Downtown
- Say My Name
- ¿Qué más pues?
- I Adore You
- Mi gente
Encore: - RITMO (Bad Boys for Life)
- Qué calor
- In da Getto
