Mariano Lantigua is a Dominican singer and songwriter, the founder, lead singer and only constant member of the rock band Aljadaqui since its formation in 1995. His father, also named Mariano Lantigua, was a merengue pianist, and Mariano started the band with his brother Roberto in their twenties.

Across three decades

He led Aljadaqui through its rise with «Toma Uno» (1999) and «Mentirosa», its two Casandra wins for Best Rock Group (2000 and 2005), its 2013 breakup, and its 2020 return. He wrote and produced the band's 2026 single «El Que Se Enamora Pierde» with the rapper Nico Clínico. In 2025 he was named King of Carnival of Santo Domingo Norte.