HOUSTON – If Houston had its own theme song, what would it sound like?
As part of FIFA’s World Cup 26™ Sonic IDs groundbreaking initiative, each host city was challenged to showcase its unique diversity and creativity through sound.
Bombón, a music collective of DJs, vocalists, percussionists and producers, rose to the occasion. Drawing on influences that have shaped Houston for decades—from local communities, legendary musicians and inspiring landmarks—the group captured the city’s spirit in a two-minute remix. Watch the music video on YouTube.
Founded in 2010 by Gracie Chavez and Alex Nava, better known as DJ Navó, with original members including OG Bobby Trill, Mistress of Ceremonies La Comadre Mel, percussionist Ilya Janos, Pupusa Papi (a.k.a DJ Act Badd), Mexican Blackbird, and DJ and lead producer All Day Ray, Bombón added an element that was missing from the local music scene. Today, the group continues to energize crowds with their signature ‘screwmbia’ sound — a vibrant fusion of Latin and Hip-Hop — on the dance floors.
Over the years, the collective has grown to an impressive number. Recent members joined the collective from Chicago and other states. As expressed by Boi Jeanius: “Is anyone counting? But honestly, the number of this is not important. It’s a collective that we stand as one.”
Watch Bombón’s journey from inception to their sound reaching a global audience in the video above.
Catch them live at FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston on June 11 at noon or at Midtown Park on June 14 at 5 p.m. to experience their electrifying performances firsthand.
To connect with Bombón, visit bombontexas.com.
To explore more about the FIFA World Cup 26 Houston™ Sonic ID initiative, check out fwc26houston.com/sonicid.