With its flair for performing in a variety of settings, Riamba has become one of the sought after Salsa bands on the London scene today.

Riamba came together in 1998  inspired by traditional Cuban music in the Son style – the roots of Salsa.  Drawing upon this style, the group created its own sound that combines the hot rhythms of Latin America with European harmony and the virtuosity of jazz.  A combination that has resulted in a sound that energises musicians and dancers alike.

Riamba’s musicians, who are from the UK, Europe and Latin America, have had an eclectic musical training with professional experiences to match, encompassing: classical, jazz, pop and Latin American music.  As individuals this has led them to perform on tours in the UK and around the world with artists such as: Björk, Ricky Martin, The Ghanaian Dance Ensemble, Stewart Copeland (The Police), Taj Mahal, The Temptations, and at venues which include:  Pizza on the Park, The 606 Club, The Royal Festival Hall, Blue Note Club  (New York), The Sydney Festival (Australia) and The National Theatre (Ghana).