Adrian Sosa is a distinguished music executive, producer, and composer with a significant impact on the music, film, and television industries. Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, he is a two-time Latin Grammy winner and three-time Gardel Award recipient, celebrated for his work as a drummer, composer, and manager with the internationally acclaimed group Bajofondo. For over 15 years, Sosa has partnered creatively and strategically with two-time Oscar-winning composer Gustavo Santaolalla, further solidifying his reputation in the industry.
As a music supervisor, Sosa contributed to notable projects such as The Motorcycle Diaries, which earned an Oscar for “Best Original Song” by Jorge Drexler. His influence extends to artist development, having served as head of A&R at Surco Records, where he played a pivotal role in shaping the careers of renowned artists including Juanes, Molotov, and Julieta Venegas.
Sosa’s filmography includes work on critically acclaimed films and original soundtracks like Amores Perros, Brokeback Mountain, and Argentina, 1985. In the realm of podcasts, he is recognized for his contributions to the award-winning Audible show Punk in Translation.
Currently, as the Head of Music for Latin America at Amazon MGM Studios, Sosa oversees music initiatives for various high-profile projects, including the Argentinian TV series Barrabrava, the Colombian film Pimpinero, and the Mexican TV series ¿Quién lo Mató? and Nadie Nos Va a Extrañar.
His multifaceted expertise continues to influence the evolution of music in film and television across Latin America and beyond.