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Welcome to the Los Devastrados homepage. Los Devastrados plays original jazz-funk and groove tunes, as well as sizzling blues. Formed by guitarist, Gabe Rosenn, in 2007, the band is a collective of multi-talented, extremely-skilled, soul conquistadors.

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FAQ #8190- What is a Devastrado anyway?

In the 1500's the Devastrados were a group of Spanish bandits that raided Guadalajara looking for treasure and women. However, in the course of their adventures, they discovered a more valuable treasure- music. They became a roving band of minstrels and early funkateers- looking across the early Americas for kindred spirits. In this collective tradition, the band carries on today.

FAQ #8191- But do you guys play anything by Menudo?

Nope. Not currently.

FAQ #8192- Who's in this band? Where have you played? Who are your influences?

Current players include: Drew Allsbrook- bass, Christopher Allis- drums, Jake Blanton- bass, Mike G- drums, and special guest- Gedina Jean on vocals.

Past gigs include: Cozy's Bar and Grill Seven Grand Tantalum Restaurant So Fresh Market Showcase Pasadena Jazz Institute Crane's Tavern Cafe Metropol The Derby

Influences include: John Schofield, Jimi Hendrix, SRV, Clapton, Grant Green, Kenny Burrell, James Brown, Bootsy Collins, Maceo Parker, the Meters, Galactic, Soulive, among others.

FAQ #8194- Did you say the name was Los Desperados or Los Devatardos? What about Los Avatar? Avatar's totally gonna get Best Picture, bro.

It's Los Devastrados. We devastrate or try to.