Dominican singer-songwriter-producer Tina Halma continues a cultural experiment with her latest release: “Gaslight” and “Presente.” By releasing the English and Spanish singles side-by-side, Halma makes a deliberate emotional and cultural statement, as the dual single functions as both a sonic exploration and a personal manifesto.
The project signals the start of a broader bilingual rollout, positioning Halma as an artist comfortable navigating both English and Spanish spaces without diluting her voice. This is especially evident in “Presente,” which emerges as a more intimate number that gradually blossoms into a fuller arrangement.
Listen to – Presente – HERE
Listen to – Gaslight – HERE
The track carries an introspective glow, but the percussion sets an undercurrent of urgency that doesn’t quite let the song slip into a ballad-like lack of urgency. Instead, the track unfolds patiently while still driving the song forward with its infectious beat and soaring choruses.
“Gaslight” takes on a more confrontational tone, and is built on an electropop foundation. The track leans into sharp-edged production and assertive vocal delivery as Halma delivers a performance that is direct and unflinching, channeling personal experiences into something both accusatory and liberating.
Halma’s vocals are the standout between the two tracks, along with the incredible performances by the session musicians. On “Gaslight,” each and every line is delivered with clarity and intent, while on “Presente,” her voice softens, becoming more fluid and contemplative, leaning into vulnerability.
“Gaslight” and “Presente” being presented as a carefully constructed pairing instead of as standalone tracks contributes greatly to the singles’ success. One burns with sharp clarity; the other lingers with quiet resonance, and together, they form a compelling introduction to what appears to be a larger, more ambitious chapter in Tina Halma’s career.
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