From the barrios of Mexico City to the big stages all over the USA and everywhere, this rockin’ lady with the big saxophone has never lost her roots…Evelyn Rubio perfect for the Unity Fest, her music perfect for our fans

Born and raised in the barrios of Mexico City, it all began with Evelyn being introduced to the stage as a very young girl, later progressing to appearances on children’s television programs in Mexico, where she performed as a singer, dancer and actor. Next came musical theater, where she landed the role of Mary Magdalene of “Jesus Christ Superstar.”

While all of this was going on, Evelyn’s soul was being touched by the music of American blues, soul, jazz rock and R&B and the saxophone.

Shortly after arriving in Houston, she met the legendary Calvin Owens, who had been B.B. King’s band leader, composer and lead trumpet for many years.

With an introduction from famed rocker Al Staehely she got an invitation to audition for the Calvin Owens Orchestra, who offered her a spot in the band and a multi-year record deal. From there, she began recording and performing as a front person vocalist and sax soloist with his 18-piece orchestra.

After meeting another B.B. King Band luminary, James Bolden, Evelyn recorded the album Hombres in two separate versions, one in English and one in Spanish.

Hombres went on to debut on the Billboard at #1 Latin Pop chart, #3 Top Latin and #6 Blues charts. Tours in Europe and other world markets followed.

And now, her new CD, Crossing Borders, crossing boundaries throughout the disc in both music and styles, singing in both English and Spanish on the album.

Her website: evelynrubio.com

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Evelyn Rubio is a dynamic, internationally acclaimed Mexican-American singer, saxophonist, and songwriter known for blending blues, soul, jazz, and rock with powerful vocals and fiery saxophone solos, captivating audiences in both English and Spanish, and rising from early TV/theater in Mexico City to collaborating with blues legends like Calvin Owens B.B. King and touring with her acclaimed albums like Hombres and Perfect. 

Early Life & Career in Mexico

• Born in Neza City, Mexico City, she started show business at age 9, appearing on children’s TV shows like My Little Stars.
• By 15, she was fronting rock and blues bands, and at 19, she began studying saxophone and songwriting. 

Move to the U.S. & Blues Career

• After touring as Mary Magdalene in a Canadian Jesus Christ Superstar, she immigrated to Houston, Texas, in 2005.
• She met B.B. King’s bandleader Calvin Owens, signing with him as a lead vocalist and sax soloist, launching her U.S. blues career. 

Musical Style & Achievements

• Genre-Bending: Fuses classic/modern soul, jump blues, R&B, jazz, and pop with a distinctive Latin flair.
• Bilingual: Records and performs in both English and Spanish, opening doors in Latin America and the U.S..
• Hombres Album: A major success, hitting #1 on Billboard Latin Pop charts, featuring dual English/Spanish versions.
• Perfect Album (2024): Produced with jazz artist Paul English, showcasing her versatility. 

Key Collaborations

• Calvin Owens: Her mentor and bandleader, introducing her to the U.S. blues scene.
• Al Staehely & 10K’hrs: Gigs and records with this band, featuring members from Spirit, Bob Dylan, and Heart.
• James “Boogaloo” Bolden: Featured as a second lead vocalist on his album No News “Jus The Blues”. 

Evelyn Rubio is celebrated for her captivating stage presence, powerful vocals, and masterful saxophone, embodying her motto, “The blues has no borders”. 

From The Big Easy Social and Pleasure Club to Team Tequila Social and Pleasure Club And The Unity Fest 2026...With Many Big Stage Stops In Between We Are Blessed To Be Able To Have Such A Great Talent With Us That We Can Get To Know Personally And Get Up Close And Personal With Her and Her Music. The Unity Fest 2026 Poster Child…errr all Lady! Deservedly So!