SonCafé is a new emerging ensemble making an impact on New York City’s Latin music scene. The group’s engaging and highly danceable repertoire is mainly based on “salsa pura” and “son cubano.” Under the direction of renowned bandleader, Ralph Irizarry, the eight-piece ensemble is integrated by a select group of studio musicians. SonCafé’s exciting novel sound and powerful delivery encompasses a blend of diverse influences and brings to life echoes of such respected aggregations as the legendary Sonora Matancera from Cuba and Puerto Rico’s Sonora Poncena.