Moderatto

Moderatto released their debut CD ‘Resurrexión’ in 2001, swiftly establishing a unique identity within the Mexican rock scene. Comprised of Jay de la Cueva, Javier Ramírez, Marcelo Lara, Iñaki Vazquez, and Olallo Rubio, the band quickly garnered popularity with singles like ‘Márchate Ya’ and ‘Isabel.’ Their distinctive style, which parodied the glam metal aesthetic of the 1980s through exaggerated on-stage personas, contributed to significant commercial success early in their career. The band continued to build on this momentum with subsequent releases, including ‘El Detector de Metal,’ launched in November 2004. This album notably featured a collaboration with female pop singer Belinda on the hit single ‘Muriendo Lento.’ Their album ‘¡Grrrr!’ in late 2006 saw its first single, ‘Sentimettal,’ soar to No.

3 on the Mexican Top 40 within three weeks. Throughout their prolific career, three of Moderatto’s first five albums achieved platinum certification, underscoring their consistent appeal across Mexico and Latin America. In 2010, the band expanded its international footprint with performances in Yokohama and Shibuya, Tokyo. Over their extensive career, Moderatto released a total of nine studio albums and one live album, including their final studio effort, ‘Rockea Bien Duro,’ in 2022.

They collaborated with a diverse array of artists, such as Alejandra Guzmán and La Arrolladora Banda El Limón, showcasing their versatility and broad appeal. A significant milestone occurred in 2020 when Moderatto set a record for the largest live drive-in show in Mexico, successfully attracting 1,500 vehicles. After a 24-year run, Moderatto announced its disbandment in 2023, following the departure of frontman Jay de la Cueva. The band, including members Xavi Moderatto, Mick Marcy, Roy Ochoa, and Elohím Corona, confirmed plans to fulfill all existing commitments for 2023 and embark on a highly anticipated farewell tour in 2024, celebrating their enduring legacy in rock music.