Itaylas, an alternative rock band from Barranquilla, Colombia, merges music with immersive visuals inspired by South America’s pre-colonial cultures. Their distinct look features custom suits and masks, and their live shows open with a ceremonial ritual evoking the essence of indigenous South American traditions. These performances pay homage to the cultures that thrived before Spanish colonization, setting an atmospheric tone that draws audiences into a unique blend of history and rock energy.

Recently, Itaylas took the stage at Urbana Rock, Barranquilla’s largest rock festival, where they had the honor of opening for Fabio Lione, the renowned power metal vocalist. The lineup includes Roberto Mendoza on vocals, Leonardo Utria on guitar, Lucio Castro on keyboard, Rafael Solano on drums, Luis Manjarrés on bass, and Steven Gonzales on percussion. Their dynamic sound, combined with their theatrical presentations, is rapidly establishing Itaylas as a standout act in Colombia’s alternative rock scene.