Teresa Cienfuegos y las Cobras

**Teresa Cienfuegos y las Cobras** is a Mexico City-based band known for revamping classic cumbia rhythms with a rebellious, garage-punk edge. Fronted by vocalist and songwriter Teresa Cienfuegos, the group blends tropical grooves with gritty rock energy, creating a sound they cheekily call "cumbia under protest." Their releases, like *Makandal / Tercera Cumbia Mundial* and *Duras Vacaciones*, mix danceable beats with sharp social commentary, tackling themes like inequality and resistance. Meanwhile, tracks such as *Topilejo* nod to regional Mexican sounds while maintaining their signature DIY grit. With a live show as fiery as their lyrics, Teresa Cienfuegos y las Cobras have carved out a