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 At the forefront of the Latin music scene in New Mexico is Ivón Ulibarrí & Café Mocha. The band presents audiences with a spicy blend of LATIN musical influences that span the globe from NEW MEXICO to the CARIBBEAN, Old Mexico, and all points of LATINO culture. Enjoy the spice of Latino salsa with traditional-inspired music coming in hot approach to event production. Today, we continue to innovate and push boundaries to provide our clients with the best possible service.

González is known for his commitment to using poetry as a vehicle for healing, empowerment, and cultural memory. He previously served as the Albuquerque Poet Laureate from 2016 to 2018 and has been actively involved in various community initiatives for over two decades. His work includes teaching at the Native American Community Academy, where he employs trauma-informed, culturally grounded curricula to empower Indigenous and Chicano youth.