Since its foundation in Mexico City in 1995, the Mexican band has been juggling a potpourri of different genres. In addition to ska and rock as a basis, cumbia, mariachi and ranchera are just as present as reggae, dub, Cuban sounds as well as house and techno, from which they mix an energetic, very danceable music. Socially critical pieces alternate with love songs. The band stands up against racism and discrimination and shows solidarity with the Zapatistas. Like many of their Latin American musician colleagues, they are supporting this movement, which has been fighting for the rights of the indigenous people in the Mexican province of Chiapas for several years. Panteón Rococó have presented themselves as uncomfortable, unconventional and downright biting over the last 24 years.Â
