Podcast Summary:

Chente Ydrach – YOUNG MIKO: BILLIE EILISH, CHOLISEO Y LAS DIFICULTADES DE SER UNA ESTRELLA
Date: December 15, 2025
Guests: Young Miko (B), Host: Chente Ydrach (A)

Main Theme

This episode of Masacote with Chente Ydrach centers on Young Miko’s meteoric rise in the global music scene, her recent sold-out shows at the legendary Choliseo in Puerto Rico, her experience touring with artists like Billie Eilish and Karol G, and her reflections on the complex realities of becoming a superstar. The conversation, casual and refreshingly honest, touches on her creative process, coping with fame, navigating industry expectations, and the evolution of her personal and artistic life.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

The Choliseo Debut: Triumphs and Nerves

• Selling Out in 90 Minutes:
  • Chente asks why only one show when sales were rapid ([00:07], [01:54], [02:17]).
  • Miko shares the desire to "test the waters," experience the stage, and appreciate the milestone before scaling up ([00:11], [02:17]).
• Handling Stage Pressure:
  • Miko describes her intentions: “Quería sentirme un poco más segura en tarima, como con un poco más de calle.” ([02:52])
  • When a technical mishap cut the sound, she kept her cool and was deeply moved by the audience’s positive reaction, making it a highlight:

    “No me paniqué... el público tuvo una reacción increíble... terminó siendo una de las partes favoritas mías del show.” ([03:39]–[04:20])

• Creative Control:
  • Nearly all artistic and staging decisions stemmed from her vision. She wanted a 360-stage, floor and ceiling screens, and even the “jaula” (cage) concept evolved organically during brainstorming ([04:55], [05:27]).

On Being a Fan and Learning from Others

• First Concerts at Choliseo:
  • Miko's first concert as a fan was Maná, sweetly recalling “Rayando el Sol” with family ([06:13]).
• Concerts that Inspired Her:
  • Lady Gaga at Madison Square Garden, Doja Cat at Coachella ([07:03]).
  • She relishes those fan experiences but admits they’re rare now.

Touring with Billie Eilish & Carol G

• Breakthrough Moments:
  • Miko first met Billie Eilish interviewing her in Mexico, leading weeks later to the tour offer ([08:08]).
  • She highlights the challenge of opening for an Anglo audience unfamiliar with her work or even Spanish lyrics, requiring adaptability:

    “Aquí no te van a cantar, tienes que ganártelo.” ([09:30]–[10:19])

• Confidence and Growth:
  • She contrasts performing for massive crowds—where she has to "dársela a sí misma" (have her own back)—with more intimate shows ([10:25]).

The Creative Process: Studio vs. Stage

• Miko describes two artistic worlds:

  “No sé, siento que nací para ser performer... en el estudio estoy sola, saco las palabras, es algo más personal.” ([10:45])

Naming the Album & the Meaning of "Do Not Disturb"

• Concept:
  • The album reflects both a literal and metaphorical "Do Not Disturb" sign—privacy, boundaries, and needing space from external pressures ([13:19]).
  • Confirmed spending more time alone/in hotels, referencing the “year de mucho tráfico” ([13:44]).
  • She clarifies:

    “No aborrecía, pero quería poner el Do Not Disturb en la puerta por un ratito... alejarme del ruido.” ([13:43]–[14:28])

• Metaphor:
  • The sign also stands for sheltering oneself from others’ expectations or criticisms.

The Double-Edged Sword of Fame

• Downsides:

  • She acknowledges the challenges of lost privacy but avoids negativity:

    “Quizás lo complicado es la privacidad... pero no sé si lo describiría como una mierda.” ([14:57])

• Lookalike Contest in Barcelona:

  • Inspired by TikTok trends, Miko launched a lookalike event during her Spain tour ([15:40]).

Stand-Out Touring Experiences

• Montreal festival was a “blow-your-mind” moment after realizing her reach:

  “De repente dije, diablo, estamos bien lejos de casa y la gente cantó duro.” ([16:48]–[17:09])

Managing Stress and Staying Grounded

• Post-Show Silence:
  • The jarring transition from stage noise to solitude, and rituals to "land":

    “Voy de un ruido que no te puedes escuchar, a un silencio…” ([21:15])

• Team as Anchor:
  • Her core team, largely unchanged since before fame, grounds her identity ([21:25]–[21:57]).

The Craft behind the Album

• Songwriting Stories:
  • "WhatsApp" and "Piqui" had multiple iterations ([23:26]).

  “WhatsApp tuvo cuatro coros distintos, cuatro versos…yo sabía que quería abrir con algo flow baby, que es la que hay…” ([23:26]–[24:23])

• Production Tales:
  • Sampling Lil Wayne in “WhatsApp” evolved from joking around in the studio ([25:01]).
  • The “hook” for “Tres Tristes Tragos” was years old before being released—“El arte nunca muere, viste?” ([27:18]–[27:30])

Innovating Live: The Band at Coachella

• First Band Experience:
  • Debuted with a live band at Coachella, seeking evolution and new forms of musical expression ([31:51], [33:08], [33:27]).
• Artistic Risks:
  • Balances DJ-driven and band-accompanied songs, offering audiences experiences not found on streaming platforms:

    “Me gusta ofrecerte otra experiencia que no puedes tener en plataformas digitales.” ([32:56]–[33:02])

Media Recognition & Crossover Moments

• Rolling Stone Cover:
  • Emotional to see herself on the cover, referencing her mother’s magazine collection ([34:05]).
• Collaborations:
  • Works with boundary-breaking acts like Cat's Eye, open to international English-speaking markets ([34:45]).
• Learning from Audience:
  • Surprised by Anglo fans learning Spanish for her music ([35:48]).

Personal Tastes & Coming Home

• Miko highlights post-show rituals (craving pasta, lechón with arroz y gandules) and prefers staying sober or relaxed with friends ([17:56], [18:40]).
• For Christmas, she insists on spending time at home (“todos en Navidad estamos en casa”) ([37:15]).

Closing Reflections & What’s Next

• 2026 Aspirations:

  “Quiero seguir haciendo música, tengo varios festivales… seguir creciendo por el camino que me gusta.” ([37:26])

• On collaborations, she reiterates her focus on introspection, limiting features on her latest album ([39:08]).

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Stage Anxiety and Joy:

  “Había mucha ansiedad y pues muchos nervios y emoción… pero después cuando estaba en tarima, me acuerdo la segunda noche… Diablo, no quiero que se acabe.” — Young Miko ([01:30])

• On Audience Reaction to Technical Failures:

  “Yo sabía que fue un error, se va a resolver… terminó siendo una de las partes favoritas mías del show.” — Young Miko ([03:39])

• Explaining “Do Not Disturb”:

  “Quería poner el Donut Disturb en la puerta por un ratito… quería como bajar las revoluciones un poco.” — Young Miko ([13:44])

• Dealing with Fame:

  “No sé si lo describiría como una mierda ... quizás algo que puede ser complication es la privacidad.” — Young Miko ([14:57])

• After-glow and Adrenaline:

  “Me pasa que a veces puedo ver un vídeo y decir ya lo hice eso… estoy bien presente, me lo disfruté un montón.” — Young Miko ([11:59])

• Perspective on Live Shows:

  “Me gusta ofrecerte otra experiencia que no puedes tener en plataformas digitales.” — Young Miko ([33:02])

• On Collaborations:

  “Eso se llama un swap… a veces tú colaboras por el amor a la música.” — Young Miko ([39:42])

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Selling out the Choliseo / Anxiety and Joy: [00:11] – [01:44]
• Technical Failures on Stage: [03:27] – [04:20]
• Creative Control & Production Design: [04:55] – [05:52]
• Touring with Billie Eilish: [08:03] – [10:19]
• Studio vs. Stage Experience: [10:45] – [11:22]
• Meaning of “Do Not Disturb”: [13:19] – [14:28]
• Consequences of Fame: [14:57] – [15:09]
• Montreal Audience Reaction: [16:48] – [17:09]
• Songwriting Insights (“WhatsApp”, “Piqui”): [23:26] – [24:23]
• Live Band Shift at Coachella: [31:51] – [33:27]
• Rolling Stone & International Reach: [34:05] – [35:48]
• 2026 Aspirations: [37:26]

Tone & Atmosphere

Conversational, candid, and humorous, with a sense of pride and humility from Young Miko. Chente Ydrach keeps the interview lively, offering empathy and his own industry insights, making space for Miko’s honest and often reflective responses. The dialogue is friendly and warm, capturing both the pressures and the joys of Miko’s ongoing artistic journey.

This summary provides a comprehensive roadmap of the episode, offering key insights, memorable quotes, and crucial timestamps—perfect for anyone wanting to grasp Young Miko’s story and spirit without missing the heart of her conversation with Chente.