COSMIC JIBAROS

The Cosmic Jibaros have effectively changed the idea of a typical Latin rock band. The band builds from Latin and Caribbean rhythms, Rock guitars and World music influences for a sound that’s both cross-cultural and highly danceable. There’s an irresistible pull of traditional Afro-Caribbean Beats, interplays between the congas and timbales mixed with urban elements in the deep drum and bass and effects-laden guitar work. These songs are laced with social and political overtones, and are sung primarily in Spanish by charismatic front man Ricardo Reyes.

The Cosmic Jibaros name reflects the blending flavors of the Music they make. In Puerto Rico, los jibaros  would be something akin to the American ‘hillbillies’ or ‘mountain men’- historically known for a more simple and honest connection to the earth and the hard work of living, and with musical tradition to reflect that. The ‘cosmic’ part warns of a modern twist on the old traditions. Taking cues from a cross section of the world music and creating an original, Latin progressive sound

As their bandleader Rick Reyes points out, “Young latinos today cross all cultural boundaries. They carry with them the history and the culture of where their parents came from but at the same time have an open mind to what is happening now,” he says. “You can’t be a part of this world without being influenced by it as you go. Our music is very much a product of the evolution of Latinos in the United States”. The Cosmic Jibaros reflect that and their first album, Yo Soy Del Mundo (I Am Of The World) tells that story

"Still grounded in rock, but with a hypnotic rhythm, partially sung in English and part sung in Spanish, The Cosmic Jibaros appeal to a wide audience who wants to feel, and not just hear, their music." -Brita Brundage, Fairfield County Weekly

“I felt like I was somewhere between the old fania days and the future of Ozomatly” -Dave Marsh, Rock & Rap Confidential, Rolling Stone magazine, Playboy Magazine