Damian Quiñones y su Conjunto blends 60s rock, Nuyorican funk, tropicalia, and Afro-Caribbean rhythms into a vibrant, genre-hopping sound. Bronx-born and Puerto Rican-American, Quiñones crafts original compositions rich with soul, vintage flair, and infectious energy. His latest album, Sleight of Hand in the Material Realm, and mesmerizing live shows—featuring hand-drawn animations—showcase his creative fire. An award-winning film composer and Lincoln Center teaching artist, Quiñones invites you into a world where music, art, and culture collide.
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Band members
- Damian Quiñones: guitar, puerto rican cuatro, vocals
- Rafael Gomez: guitar/bass/vocals
- Mariana Iranzi: bass/vocals
- Zack DiMarco: guitar/vocals
- Eudy Fernandez: percussion/trumpet
- Carlos Caldero: drums
- Orlando Hernandez drums
More About Damian Quiñones
Damian Quiñones is a Bronx-born, Nuyorican musician, composer, and visual artist whose work is a vibrant fusion of 1960s rock, Nuyorican funk, tropicalia, and Afro-Caribbean rhythms. As the frontman of Damian Quiñones y su Conjunto, he leads a dynamic ensemble known for its eclectic mix of rock, folk, cumbia, reggae, and salsa dura, creating a sound that is both nostalgic and refreshingly original.
Quiñones is a multi-instrumentalist, adept at guitar, keyboards, harmonica, and the Puerto Rican cuatro. His discography includes four albums, with the latest, Sleight of Hand in the Material Realm (2021), showcasing his talents as a writer, producer, and performer. His live performances are immersive experiences, often featuring his own hand-drawn stop-motion animations that complement the music’s rich textures. Website: damianquinones.com
Beyond his musical endeavors, Quiñones is an accomplished film composer, having earned the “Best Score” award at the NYU Short Film Festival in 2013 for his work on Katy Scoggin’s film Flood. He is also a dedicated arts educator, collaborating with New York City’s public school students and communities as a teaching artist for Lincoln Center Education. Through his multifaceted artistry, Damian Quiñones invites audiences into a world where music, visual art, and cultural heritage intertwine, offering a unique and engaging experience that resonates with a diverse array of listeners.