Spotlight Report
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Stronger than ever,
ILL NIÃOâs fresh new lineup consists of original members drummer-founder Dave Chavarri, bassist Laz Pina, frontman Marcos Leal (Shattered Sun), returning veteran percussionist Daniel Couto, crushing guitarists Jes DeHoyos (
Sons Of Texas) and Sal Dominguez (ex-
Upon A Burning Body).
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Now that the trademark dispute over the Ill Niño name has been settled, the band, anchored by classic lineup members Dave Chavarri and Lazaro Pina, are back with the punishing new single, Máscara, which features a guest contribution from AJ Channer of Fire From the Gods.
Longtime fans of the band will rejoice in the familiar elements that made Ill Niño an immediate standout so early in their career as they demonstrate that a lengthy drought between new releases and a drastic lineup change has in no way compromised or altered their distinct blend of tribal groove (aided by hand drumming), elements of hip-hop, white-knuckled angst and open-armed catharsis.