Formed in Guadalajara, Mexico, the band came together in 1986, featuring the talents of Fher Olvero (vocals), Ulises Calleros (guitars), Juan Diego Calleros (bass) and Alex González (drums). Despite initially signing with Polygram Records, the band soon moved to Warner Music, citing creative differences prompting the move.
Their debut album, "Falta Amor," arrived in 1992, initially slow to find success until the single, "Rayando el Sol" became a hit the following year. After the release, lineup changes saw Ulises replaced by keyboardist Iván González and guitarist Cesar Lopez, before then embarking on their second effort. In 1994, "Donde Jugaran Los Niños" was unleashed, becoming a seminal record that brought Maná superstardom in the Latin-rock world. Spawning several hits, the album went on to sell over 3 million copies, prompting an international tour.
Their third effort, "En Vivo," captured the band's live energies in 1995, featuring their new guitarist, Sergio Vallin, replacing Lopez. Folowing the album "Sueños Liquidos" in 1997, Maná became global stars outside of the Spanish-speaking world, receiving airplay on MTV, as well as featuring in their "Unplugged" series in 1999.
Success could only continue for Maná, whose 2002 "Revolución de Amor" earned them a Grammy Award for 'Best Latin Rock/Alternative Album.' Their sixth studio effort, "Amar Es Combatir" went on to become the highest charting debut of a Spanish-language album on the Billboard 200 in 2007, as well as earning them another Grammy Award. It was five years before new Maná releases arrived, in the form of "Drama y Luz" in 2011, which again stormed the Billboard 200, reaching number five. Two years later, "En Toda Libertad" was released, continuing to find commercial success.
Fher Olvera, Alex González, Sergio Vallín and Juan Calleros otherwise known as Mana are one of Mexico's most adored rock bands and their live show is equally adored by their loyal fan base. Often billed as Mexico's answer to U2, this veteran live act really knows how to put on a show for their crowds. Despite having formed almost 30 years ago, Fher and co step onto stage with the confident demeanour of a rock band half their age and enjoy the rapturous applause received by the audience.
Kicking off proceedings with an anthemic rendition of 'Oye mi amor' the crowd sing, dance and jump along in time with the latino rockers. Olvera whips them into frenzy and encourages them to rock out further to the likes of 'El dragón' which evokes massive cheers. Having scored numerous hits on both the US albums and singles chart, the audience know the band's discography well and remain engaged and enthusiastic throughout the show. They clap along during each band member's personal instrumental solo as they showcase their talents as musicians. Mana leaves the stage knowing they have successfully brought a rock party.