XIXA

Xixa is pronounced Chi-cha after the amazonian style of Cumbia that is commonly known to
come from Peru, chicha. This somewhat psychedelic style of Cumbia was a way for traditional
Andean music to remain current with younger audiences. This style is loose, fun and very
seriously full of silly sounds.

We are a bunch of mates who used to play cumbia together in Chupacabra, after years
dedicating time to other projects we decided to get back together to play cumbia and have fun. Xixa is an 8 piece band that can sometimes grow to 10 or more if we have friends or family in the audience that want to join us. We formed in the lul that was the 2020 pandemic and have performed in a few places here and there. The pandemic isn't officially over but we are finally ready to hit the stage and share the love.

Cumbia is designed for dancing and having a good time, we throw in a power ballad or two to
give you a quick breather. Horns, guitar, keys and rhythmic percussion join forces to give
Tasmania Xixa! Viva la Cumbia, Viva Xixa!