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"Recognizing musical talent is one thing; having it yourself is another altogether. And fortunately for Asheville, Jeff is doubly gifted."
- Becky Upham, Asheville Citizen Times
"Santiago’s music is a unique marriage of rhythm and heart"
- Mountain Xpress
After settling in Asheville, NC, Bronx born singer-songwriter Jeff Santiago quickly became immersed in the city’s diverse music community, with some of Asheville's finest musicians formed Santiago y Los Gatos. The band has played along side artists like Franz Ferdinand, Heartless Bastards, Scott Weiland, Ozomatli, bringing a combination of emotionally driven lyrics and funky, rhythmic rock-inspired jams to the stage.
Santiago y Los Gatos is pop music at its core, indie rock at its root that is infused with Hispanic heritage and Southern soul. All this, delivered in songs from the heart. Their live shows are full of passion, energy and emotion.
The band is:
Jeff Santiago - Lead Vocals/Guitar
Josh Chassner - Lead Guitar
Jayson Tomlin - Bass
David Elliott Johnson - Drums
Stephanie Barcelona - Backing Vocals
“I’ve found so many new influences and experiences here in Asheville.” Santiago says, “The mountains, landscape and people are incredibly inspiring.”
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