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I am El Hijo del Pueblo

When Eddie Hernandez of Mariachi Azteca and I recorded José Alfredo Jiménez’s “El Hijo del Pueblo” at Swan Park a few days ago (check it out below), it wasn’t just about performing a classic ranchera, it was about expressing my… Continue Reading →

El Rey is the anthem of Chicano consciousness and I got to play it!

About a week ago, I had the honor and privilege of playing for a birthday party with Eddie Hernandez of Mariachi Azteca. We played El Rey, among other songs, and the the magic and electricity in the joint was as… Continue Reading →

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