Banda Conmoción is a Chilean ensemble that blends cumbia with a variety of genres like gypsy music, ska, and cha-cha-cha, making them a significant part of the New Chilean Cumbia movement. Formed in 2001 after originating from the theater troupe Mendicantes in 1997, the band has built a reputation for their dynamic and unconventional performances in public spaces like plazas, weddings, and street corners before transitioning to bigger stages such as Galpón Víctor Jara in Santiago. Their debut album Pregonero, released in 2008, showcased their unique mix of brass and percussion, pulling together tracks they had crafted over the years. In 2010, they released their second album, Cuerpo Repartido, which reflected their experiences from international tours and incorporated new sounds, including piano and influences from Chilean folk icon Violeta Parra. The album’s title references Bolivian revolutionary Túpac Katari, adding a deeper cultural layer to their music. With international tours to countries like Spain, France, and Germany, and an appearance at Lollapalooza Chile in 2013, Banda Conmoción has cemented their place as a key player in the Latin American fusion scene, continually pushing the boundaries of cumbia. Other notable albums include the double LP Tiraneño (2014), which included the Don Omar collaboration "Saltos de Diablo," Festejos (2017), and Infierno Carnaval (2023).
