Santiago Ruiz (born July 18, 1995), known professionally as Tatool, is an Argentine record producer, songwriter and artist. He has worked on urban music projects with artists from Argentina and other countries. His collaborations include productions for Trueno, Nicki Nicole, Milo J, Tiago PZK, María Becerra, Eladio Carrión, Bad Gyal, Peso Pluma, Gorillaz, Sebastián Yatra, and Sean Paul.
He has received awards and nominations at the Gardel Awards, the Latin Grammy Awards, and the Grammy Awards.
In 2025, he received two Latin Grammy nominations and accumulated fourteen nominations at the Gardel Awards.
Biography
Early life and education
Santiago Ruiz was born on July 18, 1995, in Tucumán, Argentina. During his adolescence, he developed an interest in music and later began producing music independently, using digital tools.
Before pursuing a career in music full-time, Ruiz earned a degree in Business Economics from Torcuato di Tella University.
Career
Beginnings (2019–2020)
Tatool began his career as an independent producer, creating instrumentals and working with emerging artists. During his early years, he developed his productions from his bedroom at his parents' house, using the technical resources available to him.
In 2019, he began working at a recording studio, where he met Argentine rapper Trueno. He subsequently participated in the production of the album Atrevido (2020), one of his first projects to receive widespread exposure within the music industry.
Breakthrough and development (2021–present)
Following the release of Atrevido, Tatool continued working on urban music projects and participated in the production of albums and songs by various Argentine and international artists.
His work as a producer has focused on the overall development of recording projects, participating in different stages of music creation and in the development of the sound of the artists with whom he collaborates.
In addition to his work as a producer, he has released material as an artist and songwriter. His releases include the single "Lo que pase", recorded with Trueno.
Between 2020 and 2022, he was part of Trueno's live touring band. He subsequently focused primarily on record production.
He also founded the record label Auforia and developed Croma, an event concept associated with electronic music and audiovisual experiences.
Style and influences
Tatool's productions incorporate elements of Latin urban music, hip hop, R&B, and electronic music. His work is characterized by the use of melody, synthesizers, and sound design techniques.
In his recording projects, he often works on developing a specific sonic identity for each artist, combining acoustic, electronic, and digital elements.
Discography
As a producer
Tatool has participated in the production of the following albums:
Alma — Nicki Nicole Naiki — Nicki Nicole Atrevido — Trueno Bien o mal — Trueno El último baile — Trueno Turrazo — Trueno La vida era más corta — Milo J La melodía — Dani Ribba Gotti A — Tiago PZK Gotti B — Tiago PZK
Collaborations
He has also participated in projects by:
Eladio Carrión María Becerra Bad Gyal Peso Pluma Gorillaz Sebastián Yatra Sean Paul Cosmic Kid
Awards and nominations
Year Award Category Work Result 2022 Gardel Awards Gardel de Oro Bien o mal — Trueno Winner 2025 Gardel Awards Producer of the Year — Nominated 2025 Latin Grammy Awards Best Rap/Hip Hop Song "Fresh" — Trueno Winner 2025 Gardel Awards Various categories Various works 14 nominations 2025 Grammy Awards Various categories — 2 nominations 2026 Gardel Awards Producer of the Year — Nominated 2026 Gardel Awards Album of the Year La vida era más corta — Milo J Winner 2026 Gardel Awards Record of the Year "Niño" — Milo J Winner 2026 Gardel Awards Best Folk Song "Niño" — Milo J Winner 2026 Gardel Awards Best Singer-Songwriter Song "Luciérnagas" — Milo J Winner 2026 Gardel Awards Best Urban Collaboration "Gil" — Milo J and Trueno Winner 2026 Gardel Awards Best Hip Hop/Rap Song "Gil" — Milo J and Trueno Winner 2026 Gardel Awards Best Concept Album La vida era más corta — Milo J Winner 2026 Gardel Awards Best Hip Hop/Rap Album EUB Deluxe — Trueno Winner 2026 Gardel Awards Best Live Album Trueno: Red Bull Symphonic — Trueno Winner 2026 Gardel Awards Song of the Year "Niño" — Milo J Winner
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