Michael Ramos is a musician/composer/producer who resides in Austin, Texas. He has toured and/or recorded with John Mellencamp, Los Lonely Boys, Patti Griffin, Paul Simon, The BoDeans, The Rembrandts, and many others. He fronts his own project called "Charanga Cakewalk". His two two previous CDs, "Loteria De La Cumbia Lounge", and "Chicano Zen", have received spectacular critical reviews both in the United States and abroad. His music is a blend of Latin, Afro-Cuban, Brazillian, funk and soul. The mix all comes together using electronica and traditional instrumentation. Charanga Cakewalk's live shows are dynamic displays of virtuosity, groove-oriented sets, and most of all... fun. Michael and his band have performed at sold out shows in the United States, Canada, and Europe. Michael's latest effort, entitled "El Brown Recluse" is due out in August of 2011. He has also scored music for various films and documentaries.