Mariano Javier Castro, known as Dread Mar I, is a pioneering Argentine reggae and ragga singer born in Quequén, Buenos Aires Province in 1978. Starting his music career in the early 2000s, he blends reggae rock, reggae en Español, ska, and pop to create a vibrant and soulful sound.
Dread Mar I gained national and international recognition with albums like Jah Guia (2005) and Amor-es (2008), performing extensively across South America. Known for his powerful lyrics and heartfelt performances, he holds the record for the most viewed Argentine song on YouTube with his hit single "Tú sin mí". Over two decades, he has become a key figure in Latin American reggae, continuing to inspire with albums like Caminarás caminos (2018) and Yo (2021).