Their musical friend, Alex Ruiz, began adding lyrics to the brothers' instrumentals, and soon after, the other band members joined them.

After receiving very positive and most encouraging responses from everyone who heard the music they created, the project naturally began to evolve into a real band.

Although not traditionally trained flamenco players, the two have rivaled the Gipsy Kings, Strunz and Farah, and Santana in speed and accuracy, backed by a strong and swift rhythm section.

With the original line-up complete, Del Castillo began writing material, fusing styles and influences, while retaining a solid Latin element.

The band released their debut CD Brothers of the Castle in 2001, which met with rave reviews from critics and music fans alike.

[citation needed] In late 2006, Rick Holeman retired from the band, and the group found a new percussionist, Carmelo Torres from Austin.

We hope that you will continue to celebrate Peace, Love, and Latin music with us until then, as we still have some amazing Del Castillo shows lined up for the rest of 2012!"

Del Castillo were featured on the ABC crime/drama show Killer Women with their instrumental single, "Las Seis Cuerdas de Tony Montuno".

Killing Snakes - A short film show in Cannes - 2007, Co-written with very dear and special friend Martina Amende, won a Gold award for best score at Park City, Utah 2008.