In the summer of 2011, Manabí (mahn-ah-BEE) was formed from a small idea. The founder, Aquiles Quiroga (Achilles) hailing from Ecuador, also sings in local Latin Rock band "Los Hijos de Tuta" and Denver's own heavy metal tribute, Maiden Denver. Half of the band teaches music at local schools, and the other half are frequently featured in the local music scene. We're proud to be the first and only local salsa band in Northern Colorado. In 2012 the band took off playing Bohemian Nights at New West fest having a huge positive response from attendees. Since then the band has begun a reputation of providing a fun, high energy show around the Northern CO area, including Loveland, Boulder, Windsor, and Denver. Manabí is known for packing out venues in Fort Collins such as Avogadro's Number, Road 34 and The Rio Grande bringing big crowds of dancers and Latin music/culture lovers. This salsa band also plays private parties in the local areas. Manabí is passionate about the music we play, and we want to make Fort Collins dance.