Hailing from Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, Kinky are a five piece electronica outfit, incorporating latin melodies and rhythms, a rock aesthetic and techno beats all tied together with funk grooves into their unique sound. Kinky first came together in 2000, featuring Gilberto Cerezo (vocals/guitar), Ulises Lozano (keyboardist/programmer), Carlos Chairez (guitar), Omar Gongaro (drums) and Cesar Pliego (bassist). The band then set to work developing their live sound, preparing for the annual battle of the bands at the Latin Alternative Music Conference in New York City, US. Kinky impressed, garnering the attention of British producer Chris Allison, who had previously worked with Coldplay, Fila Brazillia and the Wedding Present amongst many others. Allison offered to produce and release their debut album on his label, Sonic 360. From Chicago we are presenting Robot Conciente and Alma Fuerte.