Bio Ritmo
Bio Ritmo Bio Ritmo, founded in 1991, is recognized internationally as one of the leading bands preserving the roots of "salsa classica" while taking this music to its next level. Compositions are original, inspired by the Nuyorican "salsa" craze that raged during the 1970's, while incorporating unusual sonic influences such as electronica, afro-beat, brazilian pop, disco and middle eastern grooves. Bio Ritmo has not only inspired and gained the highest respect of dancers and latin-music connoisseurs but are also celebrated for traversing the typical boundaries and stigmas of latin music, attracting a wide variety of fans and admirers from across the listening spectrum. Their 2008 album Bionico, was featured in the Top-Ten Best Latin Tropical albums on iTunes and hailed by the San Francisco Bay Guardian as “one of the best Latin releases of the year!” “Ringing cowbell and zapping synthesizer…stylish and innovative, Bio Ritmo has morphed into a suave, sexy rhythmic beast.” (Washington Post)