La Santa Cecilia is a Los Angeles-based band formed in 2007, named after the patron saint of musicians. Founding members include vocalist Marisol 'La Marisoul' Hernandez, accordionist and requinto player Jose 'Pepe' Carlos, bassist Alex Bendaña, and percussionist Miguel 'Oso' Ramirez. The group blends Latin American styles such as cumbia, bolero, ranchera, and norteño with rock, soul, jazz, and bossa nova, reflecting a bicultural U.S.-Mexican identity. They began as a street band on Olvera Street, releasing early works like the 2009 self-titled EP and Noches y Citas (2011), which earned a Latin Grammy nomination for 'La Negra.' Their 2013 album Treinta Días won a Grammy for Best Latin Rock, Urban or Alternative Album. Subsequent releases include Someday New (2014), Buenaventura (2017), Y Vivir (2018), and a self-titled album (2019). The band has performed at venues including Walt Disney Concert Hall, Hollywood Bowl, Vive Latino, Bonnaroo, and SXSW.