Ill Niño

American nu‑metal band from New Jersey, founded by drummer Dave Chavarri and long associated with vocalist Cristian Machado; noted for fusing heavy riffs with Latin percussion and bilingual vocals.

The band mixes nu‑metal with Latin rhythms and percussion (reviews repeatedly cite percussionist Danny Couto and Latin guitar elements). Line-up and production changes are discussed across reviews; Ahrue Luster is mentioned as a guitarist who joined later. Several albums highlighted in reviews include Revolution Revolución, Confession, One Nation Underground, Enigma and Dead New World.

DeBaser reviews portray Ill Niño as a nu‑metal band notable for blending Latin percussion and melodies with heavy riffs. Reviews praise several albums (Revolution Revolución, Confession, One Nation Underground) while sometimes noting commercial tendencies. Overall reception is positive with recurring emphasis on the band's Latin identity and rhythmic approach.

For:Fans of nu metal and Latin‑influenced metal; listeners of Soulfly, Sepultura, Korn-era metal.