Swing Auditorium - We Have Nothing (Live at Mitla Cafe) - 2026 NPR Tiny Desk Contest Submission

We Have Nothing
Performed By Swing Auditorium
Live at Mitla Cafe in San Bernardino, CA
Written & Recorded by Andrew Sandoval
Featuring James Love - Guitar, Vocal
Quin Aldin - Drums, Vocal
Kobe Darby - Bass, Vocal
Videography by Will Malin
Edited By Records Live
Produced by Richard Sandoval
Special Thanks to Michael Montaño, Steven Oquendo, Dave & Mitla Cafe Staff
https://www.swingauditorium.live/

In February 2026 we were fortunate enough to film a live session at the famed Mitla Cafe in San Bernardino for our @nprmusic #tinydeskcontest submission. This was a dream come true for me, my grandfather was born across the street in his childhood home long since demolished. The original Swing Auditorium stood down the street before the plane crash and it was never rebuilt. The Mitla has been a staple in the community for many families and years. Thank you Michael, Steven, Dave and all the staff who allowed us in on their day off. Thank you James Love, Quin Aldin and Kobe Darby for playing alongside me. Thank you Will Malin for filming and @recordslive for editing so quickly. Thank you @HispanicLifestyle for facilitating this connection. Wish us luck on the contest or just feel free to watch for yourself on our website swingauditorium.live