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What happens when Venezuelan roots meet funk, electronic beats, and an international music career? Meet Chulius, the artistic identity of Julio Briceño, Venezuelan singer, songwriter, and longtime lead vocalist of Los Amigos Invisibles.

Originally from Caracas, Briceño has spent decades bringing Latin influences to dance-driven music. With Los Amigos Invisibles, he became part of a band recognized internationally for its distinctive blend of funk, disco, and Latin rhythms. The group’s music reached a wider audience after David Byrne’s Luaka Bop label released its early work, helping introduce the band’s Venezuelan sound to listeners around the world.

Beyond the band, Chulius gives Briceño room to explore new creative directions. Through projects such as Chulius & The Filarmónicos, he brings together electronic textures, Latin influences, and collaborations that expand beyond traditional genre boundaries.

Working across performance, songwriting, and music production, Briceño connects his Venezuelan background with a wider musical landscape. His work moves between established band success and independent experimentation, creating opportunities to reach audiences in clubs, at festivals, and across the international music scene.

With Chulius, the story continues beyond the band: it is about creative freedom, musical exploration, and a sound that crosses borders.