Cambre

Cambre (formally known as Julissa) Formed in 2000 by Cousins Mairo German and Julissa Gomez, principal writers and composers of their own original music in collaboration with other members of their group, ie...( Albert Maldonado, Carlos Fuentes, and James Shephard), have all since their formation been hitting the new york latin rock scene with numerous successes. Starting with their first prize Battle of the band win presented by Latino Mix 105.9(Now...La Calle!), Talento Local which catapulted their career to opening up for such bands like Los Rabanez, Oro Solido, Monchi y Alexandra, Los Tigeres Del Norte, and much much more.

The band has gone through many setbacks that have held them back from making it to the next stage of superstardom which this band has long been overdue while continuing to write and play to the joy of all that come to know and experience, Cambre!

Founded in 2001 by cousins Julissa Gomez and Mario German. JULISSA is a NYC Latin ALternative Rock band based in Astoria, Queens who's members are Julissa Gomez (lead vocals/ songwriter), Mario German (guitar, co-writer), Albert Maldonado (guitar, co-writer), Carlos Fuentes (bass), James Shephard (drums/co-writer), and Bissette Mercado (percussions/backup vocals).

Since the groups first performances, they have been well received and continue to be received with much enthusiasm and appeal by audiences of all ages, ethnic background and languages. Proving always that music is a universal language that can be understood and appreciated by anyone. With the help of 3 times platinum record producer Pavel Dejesus, Julissa has begun to carve out their own niche in the world of Latin Rock, bringing in their own sound and originality. As one reviewer has declared on GarageBand.com, "I don't know what language she is singing, but I just want to put my dancing shoes on and rock it out! Awesome Energy!" This very same sentiment has been shared by many who have experienced JULISSA live or otherwise. It describes their music and it's objective perfectly!

Julissa has had numerous successes starting with their win in the 2002 LatinoMix 105.9FM's (Now LaCalle) battle of the bands "Talento Local", giving them local notariety and success. Being invited by promoters to open up for leading artist in various major latin festivals given throughout the the tri-state area such as the Columbian and Dominican day festivals as well as promotional parties given by local radio stations and TVshows such as "Urban Latino". Making also top 40 reviewers list in 2006 for best latin songs on Garageband.com, number three for "Mariposas", and number ten for "Dame tu Amor". Getting top ranking and most request for songs by listeners of numerous registered online college and independant radio such as Lista de Exitos (www.exitos.bastias.cl), WSPC 88.7FM (Libido latino), 91.3WLVR (Latidos), Ulrafuzion Latina (www.radiomelodia.com), and many the like where Julissa continues to chart.

While continuing to search for a label that can take the band Julissa to the next level, The band currently works hard in continuing to create and record their own brand of music with re-known producer Pavel Dejesus, who has been instumental to the bands developement of their sound and pro quality performance.

We play live always, and anywhere for anyone.

Juanes, Jaguares, Mana, Olga Tanion, No Doubt, Rolling Stones, Ojos de Brujos, Soda Estereo, Manu Chao