Maná

The band was founded in 1978 in the Mexican city of Guadalajara, by a group of ambitious teenagers with a bongo. First they called themselves Sombrero Verde. They began by playing covers from the groups they admired (Beatles, Stones, Led Zeppelin and The Police) but eventually dared to write their own rock, which reflected their Latin roots and was written in Spanish. Fist they were only known in their native city and its region. A couple of records were published.
Looking to renew their image, the band adopted the name Maná in 1986, under which they would gain international recognition. The name Maná was chosen because of the significance it has in the Polynesian language: “Positive Energy,” not precisely for its biblical connotations. The change enabled them to reach a level of professionalism they had previously been denied.
In 1986 a new era begins with the release of their self-titled debut album, which becomes an important part of a musical movement called “Rock en Tu Idioma” [Rock In Your Language]. This helped open doors for music written in Spanish.
With the 90’s came essential changes. The band took over the production of their albums.
In 1992, Maná undergoes another change in their lineup. With this new composition they recorded ¿Dónde Jugaran los Niños? in Los Angeles. The album that was a breakthrough in the history of the band, as well as in Rock In Español.
Since 1994 they have published 6 albums, all of them an international success.