Panteón Rococó brought its socially conscious ska sound to NPR’s Tiny Desk, using the intimate performance to spotlight immigration issues and the crisis of missing people in Mexico. The Mexican band appeared on the series on Oct. 1 as part of NPR’s Latin Music Month programming, which runs from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15.

The group, which has been active for more than three decades, performed a five-song set that moved through ska, cumbia and Afro-Caribbean influences. The setlist included “Arréglame el Alma,” “1993…,” “Cha-Cha Love,” “La Dosis Perfecta” and “La Carencia.”

Lead singer Dr. Shenka introduced “1993…” as a song dedicated to the disappeared in Mexico. The track addresses the country’s ongoing crisis of missing people, bringing one of the band’s longstanding social themes into the Tiny Desk setting.

The band members also used their clothing during the performance to display messages connected to immigration, anti-racism and other political causes. One shirt carried the Spanish phrase “no human being is illegal,” while another featured the words “Make Fascists Afraid Again.”

Panteón Rococó’s performance comes during a broader period of activity for the group following its 30th anniversary celebrations. The band has continued to combine its ska and rock sound with lyrics addressing social and political issues in Mexico and beyond.

The Tiny Desk appearance also featured the full ensemble, including guitars, bass, trombone, saxophone, keyboards, percussion, drums, timbales and trumpets. The arrangement gave the songs a larger live-band sound while maintaining the energetic style associated with Panteón Rococó.

The group is scheduled to perform at GNP Seguros Stadium in Mexico City on Dec. 26. The concert is expected to take place before the band begins an announced indefinite hiatus.

Panteón Rococó’s Tiny Desk performance is part of NPR’s Latin Music Month, which has brought a range of Latin artists to the series. The session is now available to watch through NPR Music’s Tiny Desk platform.