Orchestra Mambo International live in Newcastle upon Tyne

Experience Orchestra Mambo International live on November 28th

Orchestra Mambo International presents a live performance at Cobalt Studios in Newcastle upon Tyne on November 28th, 2026. The ensemble specialises in reviving and performing classic Latin mambo and cha-cha-chá music, drawing heavily from the Palladium era of the 1950s. Their repertoire features arrangements originally popularised by bands led by figures such as Pérez Prado, Dámaso Pérez and Tito Rodríguez, alongside original compositions in a similar vein. The group aims to recreate the energetic big band sound characteristic of this period, incorporating brass sections, percussion, and vocal harmonies.

Cobalt Studios is a privately owned recording studio and live music venue located in the Ouseburn Valley area of Newcastle. Established in 2007 by Steve Luckwell and Paul Marshall, it has become a significant hub for independent music production and performance within the North East England region. The studio itself boasts a range of recording facilities catering to diverse musical genres. As a venue, Cobalt Studios is known for its intimate setting and focus on showcasing emerging and established artists across alternative and genre-bending styles; it regularly hosts touring acts and local bands.