Yolo Mambo brings spicy Salsa, Latin, and World rhythms to any party or occasion! Vocalist Catherine LeBlanc sings in 5 languages: Spanish, Portuguese, French, Gaelic and English, backed up vocally by the entire quartet: Phil Summers on nylon-string guitar, Carla Campbell on percussion, and Steve O'Neill on upright bass. Catherine's original songs have received great reviews in National World music publications such as: The Beat, and Dirty Linen

Our music can be mellow for dinner or cocktails, and lively for dancing. Both Summers and LeBlanc are familiar members of the world music group !Akimbö, while Campbell will be recognized from her work with the Diane Patterson Xtet. O'Neill's career has included touring the US with California Zephyr and, with Campbell, in local Latin group Mejor Que Nada.

You will hear original world music and songs from Norah Jones, Stevie Wonder, Eva Cassidy, Sting, Cesaria Evora, Marta Gomez, Susanna Baca, and the Buena Vista Social Club. All are seasoned musicians with over 60 years performing experience between them. Here is a review from a client: Let Yolo Mambo set the pace at your next party or event!

Client Feedback:

"Yolo Mambo was so much more than I could have hoped for! All four musicians were extremely talented, professional and together created the most delightful musical performance. We especially enjoyed the beautiful voice of the vocalist singing in the various languages. They set just the right tone for our party! One of the things that is so engaging about Yolo Mambo is that they really seem to enjoy working together and therefore exude a happy energy and enthusiasm. My guests were enthralled with the music and I could not have been more delighted. I highly recommend Yolo Mambo for your next party or event!!!!”

“The theme of our wedding rehearsal picnic was french. Yolo Mambo made a point of including french songs as well as a wonderful eclectic playlist that was a perfect backdrop for the relaxed picnic atmosphere. They were both professional and personal in their approach to the day's planning. I really appreciate their willingness to work in an outdoor environment with no available electricity! They made the day exquisite!”
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- Jan K., Napa, CA

"Many thanks again for the wonderful music you brought to our party! My wife has mentioned over and over how perfect the music was for the occasion, and many people commented to me about how much they enjoyed your delightful songs." - Crilly B.Davis

Song List:

Goza Spanish
Summertime English
Elefantes Spanish
Hotel Buena Vista English/spanish
Nao Se Apavore Portuguese
Caterpillar English original
Do right Woman Willie Nelson English
Time A English original
Ain't no Sunshine Bill Withers
Perhaps (Qui - sase) Lila Downs English/spanish
Kirikou French
MANAIA English original
Sodade - Cesaria Evora Portuguese
Scandalo French
Mambo De Luna English/Spanish

Somewhere Over the Rainbow English
Don't you Worry Medley English: Stevie Wonder, Bob Marley, Bobby McFerrin
Navidad (Sales days) Spanish Gypsy Kings
My Lucky Star English Original
Sonho Meu Portuguese
Fragilidad English/Spanish Sting
Working MAMA English Original
Eilean Mo Gradh English original
Volare Italian/English Gypsy Kings
In These Shoes English/Spanish
Bananeira Portuguese
Feelin Good English Michael Buble/Nina SImone
La Vie En Rose French Edith Piaf
At Last English Etta James
Walking on the Moon English Sting
Maria Lando Spanish
Dont Know Why English
The Look of Love English
Paula Ausente Spanish
C'est La Vie French
M'Envoyer les FLeurs French
Waiting in Vain English Bob Marley
Songbird Engish Fleetwood Mac
Ribbon in the Sky English Stevie Wonder


References:
Shelly Keller, Davis Farmers Market
Danny Tomasello,
Joy Cohan: Davis Downtown Association
Joey Van Slyke Davis farmers market.
Lynn Sweeney