Palenke Soultribe

The colorful sound of Colombia’s traditional music mixed with cutting edge electronic beats. Palenke Soultribe is a live and electronic band, fusing Afro-Colombian rhythms with underground beats. Originally formed in Colombia, now based in Los Angeles, this 4 piece band has claimed a spot in the Latin Alternative music scene by creating cutting edge music, staying true to their roots while pushing the envelope, and by putting on highly energetic shows. Palenke Soultribe was formed by producer/bassist Juan Diego Borda and producer/ keyboardist Andres "Popa" Erazo. They are joined by versatile drummer Argel Cota and percussionist Clodomiro Montes, who includes the Colombian alegre drum. palenke Soultribe enjoys a long standing relationship with record label Palenque Records, and heavy weights like legendary Petrona Martinez and Son Palenque. Both support PST's music and recognize them as a new generation of Colombian musicians, spreading their music ever further. These veterans are also featured in a number of remakes and releases by the band, adding traditional samples to their work. The band was formed by producer/bassist Juan Diego Borda (a.k.a. Insectosound) and producer/ keyboardist Andres 'Popa' Erazo in 2007. Palenke Soultribe's live show is a combustion of old palenque and cumbia, an LA underground sound, live percussion, heavy bass plus pre-programmed and live visuals! Dare and try not to dance... Infectious Afro-Colombian rhythms served with spicy electronic production, live & electronic http://www.palenkesoultribe.com