Chachachalina
A Dutch latin fusion band
Chachachalina
A Dutch latin fusion band
Embark on a journey with ChaChaChalina to tropical destinations, where irresistible rhythms embrace you.
Powerhouse Chalina Smit sings while playing powerful grooves on the congas, leading the band in a vibrant fusion of Latin jazz and salsa that bursts into an explosive sound.
After reaching the finals of the Conservatory Talent Award (2020), they released their EP Mira antes de saltar (2021) and debut album El Reflejo (2023). This spring, the first single of their new album Mujeres Fuertes (2026) will be released, an ode to strong female role models. The full album will follow in the summer of 2026.
Their captivating music forges a unique connection with the audience.
Live impressions
In 2024-2025 performed at;
Zwarte Cross
Grachtenfestival
Dias Latinos
Zomerparkfeest
Amersfoort World Jazz festival
Grote Markt Den Haag
Sfinks festival (BE)
Jazz in de gracht
This spring, they will release the first single from their upcoming album Mujeres Fuertes (2026), an ode to strong female role models. After the EP (Mira antes de saltar,2021) and the debut album (El Reflejo,2023), the full album will follow in summer 2026.
