What do you get when you combine the hot, hip-shaking sounds of salsa with the power of rock & roll, or fiery flamenco rhythms with the bass-driven funk of the Red Hot Chili Peppers? – well, mis amigos, meet Santa Mamba - a unique 6 piece band with a Latin soul and a body that loves to rock.

For over 10 years, Santa Mamba has entertained thousands of fans up and down the East Coast with live shows that engage and inspire audiences in a hot and sweaty dance party atmosphere. With 6 professionally-produced CDs under their belt including the newly-released Saints and Sinners , Santa Mamba is considered one of the most talented, exciting, and original acts in New England, combining a high level of musicianship with vast performing experience in a show that just makes you want to move and groove.

Bob Gulla, an entertainment writer for the Providence Phoenix comments, “What other act do you know who can mix the music style of salsa with rock in one song and pull it off better than Santa Mamba? In an age where fusing musical styles has become popular, Santa Mamba takes the concept of blending genres, in this case Latin with rock and funk, and develops a unique sound that is not only highly danceable, but has plenty of hooks to make the material radio friendly and very marketable. Santa Mamba also has a flair for interpreting classic hits and making them their own, a good example of this is their version of Led Zepplin’s ‘Fool in the Rain."

Santa Mamba is made up of six talented and seasoned musicians who bring diverse influences and backgrounds to the creation of their music. Venezuelan-born lead vocalist Gio Murillo grew up loving both classic rock and roll and the vital musical styles of Latin America . His undeniable presence as a showman and singer fuels the band and excites crowds. Nick Wade brings funky bass lines and amazing stage performance to the mix, while his brother Aaron Wade brings impressive, inspired, dynamic keyboard talent. Piloting the band are veterans Ajay Coletta on drums and John Mederios on guitar. Ajay’s tight, rich grooves form the foundation of the Santa Mamba sound, and John has created a soaring signature sound on the guitar. Percussionist Candido Mendoza completes the group with congas, bongos, and timbales, adding spice and excitement to the band’s unique sound.

If you would like to know more about Santa Mamba, I encourage you to visit their website which has a robust archive of photos from their various live shows, a music page where you can listen to studio and live sample cuts, a complete gig schedule, press & media downloads, and profiles on all the band members and their history. Visit – www.SantaMamba.com