MAZACOTE

Juno-nominated MAZACOTE is a hard-hitting World/Latin band with deep roots in the music of Nicaragua, Mozambique and Colombia. Inspired by Afro-Caribbean percussion and tropical party sounds, they play brass-heavy Latin dance beats with a socially conscious message.

Line up

Daniel Avilan – Vocals

Chris Couto – Timbales

Niho Takase – Piano

Juan Encinales – Bongas

Frankie Hidalgo – Bass

Malcolm Aiken – Trumpet

” Simply one of the most exceptional Latin music projects in recent memory. An invigorating, dynamic group….a vibrant celebration, potent and passionate music” ~ WholeNote 

“Politics intertwined with party bangers. 

A jazz festival highlight ” ~ Vancouver Sun 

“Richly tropical brass-soaked beats” ~ CashBox Canada

“fantastic sound and show” ~ Roger Chen, salsaevents.ca 

“sizzling latin rhythms … highly recommended” ~ Jodi Smith, JLS Entertainment, Harmony Arts Festival 

“Mazacote “gets” it with their powerhouse shows” ~ Cheyenne Kamran, Director Vancouver International Salsa Festival 

“They sure know how to bring a crowd to their feet!” ~ Kelowna Capital News