At the forefront of the Latin music scene in New Mexico is Ivón Ulibarrí & Café Mocha. The band presents audiences with a spicy blend of LATIN musical influences that span the globe from NEW MEXICO to the CARIBBEAN, Old Mexico, and all points of LATINO culture. Enjoy the spice of Latino salsa with traditional-inspired music coming in hot.
CAFÉ MOCHA's sizzling rhythm uplifts the dancers, enchants the listeners, captivates the spirit, and exalts the soul. Ivón's verve and distinctive voice identifies the band's signature sound. Inspired by a desire and passion for creating Latin/Salsa arrangements of Mariachi, Blues, and Pop songs--- their unique style has been coined "SALSARIACHI."
Current members of the band are:
IVÓN ULIBARRÍ: BANDLEADER and Lead Vocals, ROSIE ENCINIAS: Backup Vocals, LUIS RODRIGUEZ: MUSICAL DIRECTOR, Piano and Backup Vocals, ARNALDO ACOSTA: Timbales and Percussion, KEVIN GARCIA: Congas, MICHAEL CHRISTMAS: Sax, RICH WORCHESTER: Trumpet, TANNER WAGNER: Trombone
CAFÉ MOCHA's music is sizzling with infectious rhythms and style, bringing audiences to the dance floor and music lovers to experience a night of musical bliss.