Chicano Music Articles

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Chicano Music Articles

The following is a collection of articles I've written on Chicano music artists, some of which have appeared in various newspapers, magazines, and websites. The articles give the following information on the artists: a.) background and history b.) accomplishments c.) information on recordings, including what is currently available and where to get it d.) current projects, if any e.) in some cases, what's to come. I also add opinions as well as personal and musical experiences I've had with the artists to hopefully make the articles more interesting and unique. Some of the artists have achieved international fame, others a momentary national notoriety, or long-lasting regional success. There are also some who enjoyed very little fame or monetary success, but nevertheless created and recorded music worthy of recognition and preservation. Most of the articles are based on interviews I did with the artists. The articles are also occasionally updated. You can see photos of the artists on my "Main Photo Gallery" page and hear sound bytes and sometimes videos of their music at the end of each article. You can get to any article directly from the links below or navigate from one article to the next from the link at the bottom of each page.

Article 1- Mark Guerrero: Introductory Article

Article 2- Chan Romero: Rock & Roll Pioneer

Article 3- Don Tosti: Master of Music

Article 4- El Chicano: Latin Rock Pioneers

Article 5- Flaco Jimenez: The Patron Saint of Conjunto Music

Article 6- Tierra: Funkafied Salsa

Article 7- Carmencristina Moreno: Chicana Lady of Song

Article 8- Lalo Guerrero: The Father of Chicano Music

Article 9- Los Lobos: How Did the Wolf Survive?

Article 10- Cannibal & the Headhunters: 1960s Chicano R&B Hit Makers

Article 11- The Premiers: 1960s Chicano Rock Hit Makers

Article 12- The Blendells: 1960s Chicano Rock Hit Makers