Lina G. Torio - Vocals*
Isaac Pena - Producer*
Raul Perales - Bass*
Sam Bevan - Bass*
Jason Moen - Piano*
Bob Crawford - Piano*
Colin Douglas - Timbales/Traps*
Dave Flores - Traps*
Javier Navarrette - Percussion*
Patricio Angulo - Percussion
Influences
Ismael Rivera-
Stevie Wonder-
Prince-
Michael Jackson-
Tina Maria-
Tower of Power-
Gerschwin-
Ennio Morricone-
Denise Williams-
Minnie Ripperton-
Los Van Van-
Fania
Mestiza features original music written by Lina Torio-Luna. Dropping a hard hitting live show inspired by Oakland's rich history of soul, funk and a vibrant Latin music scene, Mestiza is a mix of salsa, soul, rock and urban funk.
Lina G Torio, currently of Rumbache and La Familia Son recently launched Mestiza, her solo project. Lina has been a founder of multiple bands from the bay area to Boston, including solo projects SoluvI (SF‘96) and Voz y Timba (Boston’98). Her unique range, ability to deliver seamlessly in Spanish/English and creative songwriting sets her apart as a novel artist.
Performing in the music community as a featured singer with a range of groups (Boogie Shack Music, Prophets of Rage, Cacique y Congo, Son Borikua, Los Boleros, Tito y su Son, Aguacero, Mucho Axe, Anthony Blea y su Chranga, La Familia Son and Rumbache), Lina has been blessed to work in both folkloric and contemporary music circles, writing original music across many genres.
Recently featured on recordings of Fito Rienoso "Communicacion" (‘07), Brian Andres "Drummers Speak"(‘07), Sonando "The Latin side of Stevie Wonder"(‘07), La Familia Son "La Clave de mi Corazon"(‘06), Big Tunes(‘08), and Rumbache "Live at Jelly's"(‘08), Lina has worked with some of the best musicians and continues with her current project.
Self-titled debut cd “Mestiza” released fall ’09, produced by Isaac Pena, features all original music. This balance of timba, soul, urban rock, and funk can be defined as truly Mestiza.
Gracias por agregarme espero que todo esta bien y nos veremos bien pronto en los eventos..Bendiciones.....Abby-G(Caribbean Gardens)............Thanks for the add I hope all is well and we look forward to seeing you at our up and coming events....God bless....Abby-G(Caribbean Gardens)
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¡¡The 2009 LAMC Compilation has made its arrival known!!
The three-disc collection features tracks from artists you already love like Manu Chao, Nortec Collective, as well as the next wave of artists from all over that you'll surely fall for, like Toy Selectah, Nubla, and Banda de Turistas.
It's super cool, super rare [we only make 2,000], super exclusive, and the only way of getting it has been by attending LAMC because it's *NOT SOLD IN STORES*
Do you want a copy? Do something about it!! Email Adriana.Arce@Cookman.com + she’ll send you an IMAGE so that you can make it a DEFAULT IMAGE [you should email her the link when it’s up].
Then will enter your name so you could be one of FIVE winners!
Hi Mestiza!! Thank you so much!! That was very sweet of you.:) I hope you have a beautiful day and please keep in touch. ...wishing you much success always and God bless... ♥
I sure hope you can comment back. :) I know you have so many friends and are a busy person. If you do find the time, please stop by my page. It would really make my day! :) Have a nice week and I will keep my fingers crossed. I like surprises... :) Thank you! ♥ I love your music and I wish you much success always... THANKS FOR THE REQUEST!
Hey, Thank YOU for adding us! We Hope you “ Feel the Vibe “ Check out our video “Oye Chica” on YouTube http://www. youtube. com/watch?v=8Mu7-Y6E0Wg and hit us back let us know what you think. Check out our show schedule, we hope to see you at one of our shows sooon!
Ya pronto viene el fin de semana y nuestro gran baile y concierto seran este Viernes.
Hay comida, bar y mesas para sentarse. Tambien hay un segundo desde donde puedes ver toda la accion desde arriba. :)
La entrada de $10 dolaritos incluyeuna clase de baile a las 8pm. (Hay que tomar un minimo de dos bebidas pero estas pueden ser agua en botella si lo deseas.
April 11th @ Rasselas 1534 Fillmore St. SF $7 door
Mestiza live & dj Jstlye spinning world/salsa/afro/funk
Come check a slammin live set and fat vinyl grooves.....
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