Join us for a free celebration of Día de los Muertos with New Mexico favorite Nosotros, Afro-Latin group Quintapenas from California, cumbia band Radio Malilla from El Paso, and DJ Prieto from Austin. There will be food, craft vendors, and more! 

Special thanks to our presenting sponsors: Nusenda Credit Union & New Mexico Music Commission

QUITAPENAS

QUITAPENAS, one word – all caps, four syllables – all claps, gives you a taste of their rhythmic contagion. This tropical Afro-Latin combo was born under the warm California sun. They borrow aesthetics from the radical 60s, 70s and 80s. Each song echoes a remix of history and invites one to engage in the liberating evenings of Angola, Peru, Colombia, Brazil and beyond. The name means “to remove worries.” Everybody has a “pena” and the mission of QUITAPENAS is simple: to make you dance and leave you without a worry.

QUITAPENAS was founded in 2011. The band was formed around their shared love of dance rhythms from the Tropical Afro Latin diaspora. They assembled a group of like minded friends to share the vision that went on to be QUITAPENAS. The group is made up of first generation son’s of immigrant parents from Guatemala and Mexico

NOSOTROS

A Santa Fe favorite, Nosotros is undoubtedly the Southwest’s top dance band. They seamlessly combine Latin rhythms with elements of rock, salsa, jazz, and cumbia, creating an original sound that is unmistakable. Originally from Las Cruces, New Mexico, Nosotros is now based in the Santa Fe/Albuquerque area. They have a near non-stop performance schedule and have been featured on NPR’s “Alt Latino;” named twice as winners in the prestigious John Lennon Songwriting Competition; and awarded 13 New Mexico Music Awards including “Best Latin Song,” “Best Arrangement,” and “Producer of the Year.” Nosotros has shared the stage with some of the biggest names in music such as Tom Petty, The Black Crowes, Rod Stewart, Toto, and many more.

RADIO MALILLA

Radio Malilla is a cumbia band formed on the border between Ciudad Juarez and El Paso. It was founded by Edgar Ismael and Jose Grado, who with their passion for music and dedication to their art seek to continue growing and evolving as a band, along with their bandmates Carlos, Alex, Jay and Frank. Their goal is to bring their music to new audiences and expand their influence in the music scene.

Radio Malilla is a band that represents the fusion of cultures and the passion for music. With their unique style of cumbia, inspired by the great groups of the Comarca Lagunera and Monterrey, they are leaving a mark on the music scene and promise to continue surprising and delighting their audience in the future.

The band also prides itself on its authenticity and staying true to its cultural roots. Through its music, Radio Malilla celebrates the diversity and richness of Mexican culture, fusing different styles and rhythms to create a unique and vibrant sound.

In addition, Radio Malilla cares about connecting with its audience and creating a memorable experience at each performance. Their contagious energy and cumbia spirit invite everyone to join the party and enjoy the music. The band strives to create an inclusive and welcoming environment, where everyone can feel part of the community and enjoy the music regardless of their background or origin.

DJ MIGUEL ÁNGEL "PRIETO" LOZANO

Miguel Ángel “Prieto” Lozano was born and raised in Austin, Texas. Growing up around the sonidero scene in Texas, Prieto strives to push the boundaries of cumbia, salsa, and reggaeton.