MAZACOTE is a Candian world/latin band with deep roots in the rhythms of Colombia, Venezuela and Mozambique. Inspired by Afro-Caribbean percussion and tropical party sounds, they play brass-heavy latin dance beats with a message!
Their Juno-nominated album PATRIA (Justin Time Records) draws upon themes of identity, immigration and resistance, reflecting on the plight of those escaping violence and corruption in Latin America and around the world.
Mazacote performs throughout the country, playing music festivals and theatre stages, bringing their world party vibes to audiences of all ages! Recent highlights include headlining the Vancouver International Salsa Festival with salsa legend Jimmy Bosch, as well as appearances at CBC Vancouver, Townsite Jazz Festival, Carnaval del Sol, the Vancouver International Jazz Festival, the Winterruption Arts and Culture Festival, Edmonton Jazz Fest, Victoria Jazz Fest, Saskjazz Festival, Winnipeg Jazz Fest and The Pacific National Exhibition (PNE).
What people are saying about MAZACOTE....
" 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
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