Artist description Maddrum Soņando's groove is rooted in the traditional rhythms of the Caribbean islands of Cuba, Puerto Rico and Santo Domingo as well as Brazil. There is also a Latin funk boogaloo influence which blends the traditional rhythms with R&B/funk styles. This makes it possible for the band to perform more current material, giving younger audiences the opportunity to hear and dance to the Latin beat.

Music Style Caribbean/Afro-Cuban/Salsa--Jazz and Tropical Dance Music

Musical Influences Tito Puente, Poncho Sanchez, Cal Tjader, Hilton Ruiz, Pucho & His Latin Soul Brothers, Eddie Palmieri, Santana

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Artist History The band was founded in 1993 by a consortium of musicians very much in touch with the Latin beat. Early members of the band include: Jeff Lisk-founder and timbales/trap set, Doug White-keyboards, Alejo Poveda-percussion, Eluid Velasquez Rodriguez-percussion, and Wes Gould-bass. The band has featured such guest players as: Dedé Sampaio-percussion, Javier Gonzalez-congas, Marcel Colbert-congas and Mr. Blues-harmonica. The group has performed at a vast array of events including many music festivals, nightclubs and schools. They have been and continue to be one of the few accessible Caribbean/Latin bands in the Midwest.

Group Members Jeff Lisk (Timbales/Trap Set, Percussion)Johnny Rico (Congas, Percussion)Alejo Poveda (Percussion)Bill Patton (Percussion)Mike Kubicki (Keyboard)Ken Fitzsimmons (Bass)

Instruments Keyboard, Bass, Timbales/Trap Set, Congas, Bongos, Miscellaneous Percussion (i.e. Guiro, Maracas, Shakers, Claves, Cowbells, Etc.)

Albums Fiesta De Ritmo, Caribbean Expressions, and Upcoming Summer 2001 Release!

Location Milwaukee, Wisconsin - USA

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