Sound description: Cumbia influenced by reggae, rock, rap, vallenato, and a touch of turntable mixing and scratching
Formed: 2000
City: Dallas, TX
Web site: http://www.grupoamistad.com
Grupo Amistad plays a new groove in the genre of cumbia with a versatile and original style. Amistad is known for its live performances, which are full of energy and improvisation, making each show a new experience for both the audience and the band itself.
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Musicians
- Ramon Maldonado: lead vocals, music director, vocals
- J.C. Rios: guitar
- Jorge Arista: guitar
- Roger Avitia: drums, percussion
- Jose Arreguin: congas, percussion
- Luis Lopez: trumpet
- Mario Rendon: bass
- Rene Maldonado: accordion, keyboards
Albums
Rockumbia
Released 2004
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