Tropical group from California Orquesta Gitano started getting mixed up in regional scene in the first ’80s. Created by Latin percussionist referred to as Bosco Un Gitano, the band’s recognition grew while touring round the Western Coastline. Led by performers Mario Pérez and Eduardo Herrera, Orquesta Gitano documented Cuando Suena Mi Rumba in 1992, accompanied by 1996’s Gitano and 1998’s Grammy-nominated Salsa Gitana.