“DISTANCIA”, the single-music video by Bellringer & Cristina Malakhai, awarded and nominated at several film festivals in Los Angeles and Latin America

“Distancia” is more than just a song, it's a sensual, emotional, and cultural journey. This genre-blending track brings together the worlds of R&B, Latin Pop, Hip-Hop, Electronic music, and traditional Flamenco, crafting a unique soundscape that captures the heart and rhythm of today’s globalized music culture. Sung in both Spanish and English, the track dives deep into the complexities of romantic and human connection, exploring the magnetic yet painful tension between closeness and separation.

The song is the result of a powerful collaboration between Los Angeles-based music producer Marcus “Bellringer” Bell and Spanish singer Cristina Malakhai. Bell, whose credits include icons such as Nicki Minaj, Snoop Dogg, and Timbaland, brings his dynamic expertise to the project. Malakhai, a Barcelona-born artist, music producer, and member of the Latin Grammy Academy, injects the song with fiery emotion and European elegance, having previously charted at #1 on iTunes Spain and performed over 100 shows across Europe and the United States.

The music video for “Distancia”, inspired by René Magritte’s painting The Lovers, has captivated global audiences, earning over 12 awards and nominations at prestigious international film festivals. These include wins at the Independent Short Awards and IndieX Film Fest in Los Angeles, the Portoviejo Film Festival in Ecuador, and Luminous Frames, along with finalist placements at the Venice Film Awards and other top showcases across the U.S., Latin America, and Europe.

CRISTINA MALAKHAI: Bridging Continents with Sound

Cristina Malakhai’s talent and passion have earned her international recognition. A singer, songwriter, producer, radio presenter, and actress, she combines artistry with academic excellence, holding a degree in Independent Music Production from UCLA with a scholarship from the SGAE Foundation. Today, she is actively collaborating with top Latin producers from Mexico, Colombia, Puerto Rico, Argentina, and Spain.

Malakhai recently opened the Brisk Festival Awards Ceremony in Los Angeles and performed a special showcase during Latin Grammy Week in Seville. Sharing the stage with Bellringer and artists like Samy Hawk (winner of MTV’s Pop Star), she also performed with renowned guitarist Luis Gallo (ROSALÍA, Ara Malikian, Raimundo Amador). Her versatility continues to shine through collaborations like “Daydream” with Atlanta producer Joie Grey, whose work has amassed over 3 million streams.

MARCUS “BELLRINGER” BELL: Merging Music and Technology

Marcus Bell is not only a producer and composer but a pioneering figure at the intersection of music and artificial intelligence. As the founder of Bellringer Productions LLC, he oversees a vast catalog of over 30,000 songs and partnerships with more than 700 artists. His work has appeared in projects for Netflix, HBO, Amazon, and Universal Music, and Beyoncé famously performed one of his productions during her “On the Run II Tour” with Jay-Z.

Always pushing boundaries, Bell is also the mind behind Ravyn Lyte, an AI-powered music persona with viral popularity, marking the launch of his AI-driven record label. His book Bellringer Branding Bible has become a go-to resource for musicians building their personal brand.

Awards and Festival Highlights for “Distancia”

• Best Music Video: Independent Short Awards (Los Angeles), IndieX Film Fest (Los Angeles), Portoviejo Film Festival (Ecuador), Indie Short Fest (Los Angeles), Luminous Frames Film Festival.

  
  

• Finalist/Nominated: Venice Film Awards (Italy), Just Before Midnight Film Festival.

  
  

• Official Selections: Venice Shorts (USA), Hollywood First-Time Filmmaker Showcase, South Film and Arts Academy Festival (Chile), Buenos Aires International Film Festival (Argentina), Melbourne Lift-off Film Festival (Australia), SHORT to the Point (Romania), First-Time Filmmaker Sessions (USA), L’Hospitalet de Llobregat International (Spain), London Music Video Festival (UK).

  
  

With “Distancia”, Cristina Malakhai and Marcus Bell deliver a deeply personal yet globally resonant track, reaffirming music’s power to bridge cultures, hearts, and human experiences.