Mescalina is a brand that is driven by musical expression. They are dedicated to exploring diverse and borderless sounds, ranging from jazz and rock to pop and world music. Based in Valparaiso, a UNESCO Creative City located in the South Pacific, Mescalina aims to reach and connect with new audiences in Latin America, Asia, and Europe.

They are focused on building experiences, collaborations, and musical creations. One of the remarkable bands associated with Mescalina is the Antonio Monasterio Ensemble. This innovative and refreshing group masters the art of simplicity through complexity, delivering beautiful and unique sounds based on intricate music exploration.

Led by the renowned multi-instrumentalist and composer Antonio Monasterio, their music renews the boundaries of jazz and world music. Their first album, 'Centro y Periferia', was nominated for the Best Jazz Fusion Album in 2019. Mescalina also features the Chilean jazz project, La Orquesta del Viento, led by musician and guitarist Raimundo Santander.

Bringing together elements of jazz and Latin American indigenous folklore, this group creates a mesmerizing musical universe. With performances in Latin America, the United States, and Russia, they blend the sounds of the Mapuche people of southern Chile and Argentina with those of the Andes Mountains. Claudio Rubio, an exceptional saxophonist, composer, and arranger, is another prominent musician associated with Mescalina.

With a musical education from the United States, Claudio Rubio has become a referential voice in the Chilean jazz scene. Collaborating with various renowned artists and leading his own projects, his talent has allowed him to establish himself as one of the most outstanding jazz musicians in Chile and beyond. Joaquín Fuentes, part of the emerging generation of young talents in the jazz scene, is also connected to Mescalina.

Despite lacking formal music studies, he has achieved recognition through his self-taught skills. As a pianist, he released his first album, La búsqueda, as part of a piano trio. Mescalina is a brand that fosters musical exploration, collaboration, and creativity, offering a platform for talented musicians to express themselves authentically and connect with audiences worldwide.

So whether you're a fan of jazz, rock, pop, or world music, Mescalina is a brand that will immerse you in an eclectic and captivating musical journey