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Prior to forming Bomba Estéreo, Bogotá-born Simón Mejía had been in the ’90’s Colombian alternative rock band the Charconautas, and the loose collective of musicians and visual artists known as A.M. 770. The latter, inspired by the likes of Sidestepper and Bloque de Busqueda, mixed traditional Colombian salsa and cumbia rhythms with contemporary electronic and dance beats.
Before long A.M. 770 essentially became a solo project, and Mejía changed the name from to Bomba Estéreo, which is a Colombian term which means an awesome party. Under the new moniker the mini-album “Vol. 1” was released in 2006 and featured the vocal and rapping talents of Liliana “Li” Sauemt, who met Mejía at a music concert.
Bomba Estéreo’s subsequent release “Estella” arrived in 2008 and had established the project as a band comprised of Mejía, Saumet, percussionist Cadavid, guitarist Julián Salazar and drummer Enrique “Kike” Egurrola. After the release the band performed at the 2009 South by Southwest and Rockslide festivals and a year later embarked on a world tour of over 32 cities. Also in 2010 “Estella” earned a U.S. release under the name “Blow Up”, which led to the band being voted the Best New Band in the World by MTV Iggy, MTV’s alternative world music outlet.
In 2010 the band recorded a cover of Technotronic’s “Pump Up the Jam” for Levi’s Pioneer Sessions, which later found its way on to the EP “Ponte Bomb” along with remixes of earlier singles “Fuego” and La Boquilla”. Following appearances at Coachella Festival and Austin City Limits, as well as Lollapalooza Chile and Vive Latino, Bomba Estéreo released their third studio album “Elegancia Tropical”. Issued in 2012 on Polen Records in Colombia and Soundway Records elsewhere, the album spawned the singles “El Alma y el Cuerpo” and “Pure Love”.
Live reviews
Formed by previous member of Columbian rock band Charconautas in 2001, singer Simon Mejia was part of a loose collective of musicians and visual artists under the name A.M. 770. In the group they experimented with traditional Columbian beats like salsa and infused them with electronic and modern dance music inspired by 90’s groups Sidestepper and Bloque de Busqueda. Slowly as it became more of Mejia’s solo project he took it upon himself to change the name to Bomba Estéreo (translating as “really cool, awesome, bad ass party”) as he focused more on the musical elements. He released the seven track mini album ‘Vol 1’ in 2006. Soon he added fiery singer and rapper Liliana to the group who brought her dub/reggae infused sound and then line up was then completed with drums, guitar, bass and keys. Having solidified the group they released their second album ‘Estalla’ in 2008 and in order to gain international appeal they retitled it ‘Blow Up’ using ‘Fuego’ as their first single. And it worked as the album went to number ten in the US World Music charts and earned them the title of MTV’s ‘Best New Band in the World’. It wasn’t long before the band embarked on a world tour, playing festivals such as: Roskilde, SXSW and Coachella. Performing to as many as 15,000 people, Bomba Estéreo spread their insatiable and infectious party music. Their mesmerising samba electronic sound oozes an electrifying energy which captivates the audience. It’s difficult not to find yourself dancing along as the Columbian beats take over and the band’s enthusiasm spreads like wildfire. One thing is for sure, Bomba Estéreo without a doubt turn every performance into the best party you’ve ever been to!
EvieCriedWolf
Colombian electro/pop outfit Bomba Estéreo are not afraid to push boundaries and dismiss conventions on the search for a label that truly reflects their trippy sounds. They have experimented with a variety of things including psychedelic cumbia and electro tropico and although it all sounds a little confusing, if you watch them perform it makes more sense. There is definitely something different to the normal sounds associated with electro/pop, although the musicians use traditional instruments and a lot of synth, there is a bright and breezy tone carried through.
Even as Liliana Saumet is thrashing out instrumentals and holding impressive vocal notes, it still feels very free spirited and upbeat. They bring a dose of the Colombian sunshine wherever they travel and this goes down wonderfully with their fans. There is such energy radiating from the three musicians that the crowds cannot help but dance along to the free spiritedness of the music. It is without a doubt one of the most fun shows on the live circuit and if Bomba Estéreo are performing near you then I highly recommend investing in tickets.
sean-ward
The atmosphere was party-wise and they perform perfectly alive. Nevertheless I was a bit disappointed to hear only new songs... No great old song from the past albums, or maybe 2? They sang Fuego in the end but in a slow version which I don't think made the public too happy. They are a great band but I think I enjoy more listening to them online than live. I had a good time, but I wouldn't purchase a ticket again.
maria-paz-alarcon
En lo personal, dejo mucho que desear el concierto en general. La Banda traía muy buena vibra, pero el sonido chafeo mucho y bajo la calidad de lo que pudo haber sido un muy buen concierto. Lastima, por que en lo personal es un elemento importante para disfrutar del concierto en su totalidad. Me gustaría saber si ese problema lo tienen todos los grupos que se presentan en Plaza Condesa...
ruthcastro
Wowwwwwww que energía! Que sonidos!!!! Simplemente espectacular!!!!!!!! Estube en primera fila y la energía que se siente es increíble !! Todo el teatro bailando al ritmo de la música, todos en su cuento! La música más que espectacular! Recomendadisimo 100%
gabriela-castellanos
I have seen these guys live and they a super fun high intesity dance party. If you like latin, electronic afro wolrd jam power then you will dig them for sure. Be ready to dance….
brucesuggs
Awesome!!
Really nice concert, fantastic energy and great beat.
The type of concerts that makes you want to go back home dancing.
Can't wait to see them in London again.
joanaecorreia
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