Hejola report for 01312011.
Cchwnn.
Kingsville,tx. Now here is Bill Diaz. I am very sad about our great friend Tony. Que rest in peace. The world moves on. Now for our barrio award winning headline news:
Barrio chicken farm offers reward.
Barrio posts list of banned substances for 2011 in the hood.
And finally barrio social worker fired for comments made.
El constable cadena, along con barrio leaders made the Westside resident’s a list of banned substances for 2011. The list contented the usual suspects such as, marijuana, cocaine, and heroin. In addition it also warned residents about the usages Oxycodone, Percocet and Viagra which are prescriptions medications, and you must have a prescription to use. In addition to that there were several synthetic products that people who want to use were also listed. The barrio leaders are accepting comments on this new list for 2011.
Social worker Ben Casey Bueno was fired Monday morning when it was reported that he had confronted barrio leaders on the banned substances presented to the public this pasted weekend.
He presented a list of his concerns that we as barrio leaders need to worry about, such as people just getting and doing the old fashioned but still legal way. An increase of beating their husbands and wives while heavily intoxicated, bothering their neighbors, neglecting their children. Drinking in bars, getting home somehow and for sure an increase of DUI.
Furthermore, He point out that all this substance regardless of legal or illegal, they all create an altered mindset. He believes that they should recall the list an let society abusing its self if they can afford it. He concludes that you can arrest us, charge us, jail us, and set us free. But remember that those that want to catch a buzz will find a way.
And finally, this weekend it was announced that the new owner of Los Pollos del barrio has hired armed men to guard their farm. In several years you might recall que many of the former chicken owe trucks had been hit by terrorist, where many of its prize chickens made a getaway. Mr. Pollo tells us que every guard will have two arms.
Ok raza that is all for today, Now that in mind I need to go a smoke a cigarettes.
Monday, January 31, 2011
Friday, January 28, 2011
interview con D.J. JAMMIN J. AKA THE MIXXMASTER 2011
Exclusive interview con D.J. JAMMIN J. aka “ THE MIXXMASTER”
CCHWNN.
Somewhere in central California. Hello. Santa Maria con on the road again interviews, here pumping my bicycle here in Califas, to do any interview con D.J. JAMMIN J. AND now let’s get to that interview:
Sm: hello Jammin how are you and nice place you have here, can I sit for awhile, kind of tired rode my bicycle up here?
Jammin:
Gracias...It's not much but we manage to get to get by in this house. You could of called when you were in Bakersfield...I could have picked you up...it's on an 80min drive from Parlier, Califas....up and down down Freeway 99!!
SM: can you give tell us how in the world did you get into the DJ business and how long?
Jammin:
Believe it or not....25years! Well I remember when I was very young about 3 or 4 I would listen to music my mom and dad used to listen to. I used to hear them play Los Teranes, Los Donenos, Los Tigres del Norte, Ramon, Chente, Little Joe, ..I could go on...but you get the picture. They used to listen to all this music...for me it was different. I had the rythmn I guess.....watching these groups sometimes on TV learning how the music was made. Loving music I couldn't get enough so they bought me a radio......many radios later...I started listening and I would pay attention to the radio announcer, DJ, radio commercials. I was in love for the way these guys would present the music....or announce this dance....announce new cars and so on. I started imitating these guys....their voices...the way they speak. Well music was all around....so I had a vast knowledge in music..it has grown since then.
Back in like 1984 I used to see these DJ's scratch and blend music....that was the greatest thing I ever seen. I wanted to do that. Well I would mix up all these tapes, records, and voice samples....on the Mickey Mouse equiptment I had put together. Nobody in my family knew I could do this....I was holding back because I was embarrassed. Growing up being the oldest of seven brothers and sister...there was alot of responsabilities...I had the most work. I had to help my parents out alot we used to have a taco truck buisness and I helped out the most.
It wasn't until I was in the 6th grade....there used to be a local DJ his name is Oscar Pena. I used to see him perform at parties. He'd MC on the mic and mixed those records...scratch and do tricks. I wanted to do what he did. I was 11 years old....the rest is history. Maybe when I get older I will write a book on my many adventures on being DJ.
SM: on your website you mention that El Padrino himself asked you to join their network, can you explain what network and who is El Padrino?
Jammin :
The website is like a facebook social network, it is called Conjunto Is Life. El Padrino is the creator of the network. We have about 1,300 members from all over the world. It's a place where you can get to meet conjunto groups, fans, artist, post and see old and pics of Conjunto based events, post events, dances, listen to Conjunto music, and listen to my ConjuntoCast Show and ConjuntazzoMixx Show. El Padrino is an Ambasodor to Conjunto Music, he is from San Antonio and one of the members of the conjunto group "Los Padrinos'. He is one of the nicest guys you can ever talk to. He keeps everyone up to date on Conjunto Is Life. We are hoping to grow even more by encouraging people to join us.....see what Conjunto music is all about. So I encourage everyone who loves Tejano music has got to know Conjunto Music started before Tejano. I love both Conjunto and Tejano.....and I support both.
SM; it seems that you have been doing this for awhile, what has the new technology do for DJ services such as from records to 8track and on ?
Jammin:
It has evolved so much it's hard to keep up. I used to play with 8 track and I hated it...lol! Records were easy but I tend to wear needles out like crazy. Cassettes took to long to forward and rewind to the song you wanted. CD's were the ultimate....but will never be better than an old fashioned record. Well now you load all your music on a laptop, MP3 player, or cell phone and plug it into the mixer and you got a portable DJ. It takes the fun out of it because there is no chiste for me to just let the lil gadget do all the work. Now everyone can be a DJ or own their own DJ equiptment, even without having any talent. My lifetime of music knowledge kicks in from here and many people don't know alot of the names or songs....I have like a built-in memory bank for music. So that is my advantage over alot of DJ's. The technology will always evolve and get easier and easier for the mobile DJ, pretty soon there will be a cell phone app that does plays the music and MC's any event based on what the people think the DJ should play so they can dance to. Hahahahaha!!
SM; is there a certain gig that you did you remember the most?
Jammin:
There are so many gigs I have done in my 25 years that I would be here talking forever on things that made a certain gig memorable. But my most memorable will be my first one. It was for my friend Belinda Martinez 15'nera.....her DJ didn't show up and the group needed to take a break. She asked me to DJ for her..I didn't even say a word.........I ran all the way home like 7 blocks, got my music and equiptment and plugged it into the bands system. That was my first gig. I didn't even get paid....she still owes me now that I think of it. I could use some gas money.....or give it to you so you won't ride your bike back home. It's foggy here this time of the year....you might get hit by a car.
SM: what challenge do you have being a DJ on line compare to maybe real radio waves?
Jammin:
There is alot of challenge on that.....it's overwhelming. The internet is a an enormous and growing world. There is alot competition.....anyone can do it and radio web sites are popping up daily. Radio waves are losing listeners to sattelite radio and internet radio. They can listen or play to whatever they want that radio waves do not. With the evolution of technology, the way and what we listen to our favorite music, news, shows, and so on....we can take it in our cars, trips, and anywhere we choose to be. Being a radio waves DJ has it's limits, you can olny be heard as far as the radio waves travel some stations broadcast synicated shows that can be heard too on other radio markets....but like I said it goes only as far as the radio waves travel. Web stations can travel with us just about non-stop so we can lock onto them and keep in tune anywhere we go. The DJ challenge is easy, you can do the show from home and broadcast world-wide with out ever having to leave home. It's not easy for someone to make it on the net, there is so much one can listen to or listen to your favorite DJ.
SM: what is the future for tejano music in your opinion?
Jammin:
Tejano/Conjunto music is being overtaken by the Mexican music industry...big labels have the money to have their music played around the clock. So they put all the Tejano and Conjunto music behind and never play it. The Tejano and Conjunto music industry are on small independant label majority of the time, there are a small number of labels that do have the funds, but we can't just depend on them. We need to keep supporting the industry for us to survive. There are new and upcoming artist, bands, musicians, labels...and so on each and every single day. How can people say it's dead when when it is still here....they just are not looking in the right place. The future for Tejano & Conjunto music will keep evolving....it's branched out...so can it be dead if the elements are there. It might be different...but it's still created from Conjunto. To say it's dead...never! To support the industry we all need to do our part and that's to support the artist, group, support the label, support your local Tejano & Conjunto scene, attend the events, dances, concerts, bug the hell out of your local radio stations to play the music. Tejano & Conjunto music have a big following....as long as we rally together and exposing the music to our younger generation. I don't see what question "What is the furure of Tejano music?"........I see it as the future. As long as there is sangre running thru my veins....Conjunto & Tejano.....I will preach it, play it, support it, and keep exposing it to mas gente. I do my part.....I hope everyone follows the lead others have showed me. Our older generation is slowly leaving us, and we need the keep passing the torch to the younger generation, as i will when I leave. The internet is the best way to catch all this music....it's helping us keep the music alive and exposing it around the world.
SM: what does a professional voice-over do and is there any money in that type of business?
Jammin:
Well I am still trying to find customers...hahaha! Simply I supply the voice for DJ intros, band intros, radio commercials, radio spots, station ID's. The money part is good when I get one, but the difference of what I create for each customer is try to be better each time. My work is quality is different than others I hear. Having mastered the turntables....I can do alot of mixing in a 30 second...sometime more or less into the project. I can speak and announce in rapid fire...so I can put alot of words into it. Jajjajajajja. I remember one of my teachers in Jr High told me I talked alot during class.....see her once in a while and tells me....you still talk alot, but you get paid for it. Back to the money part.....it hasn't made me rich...still trying to get my voice in a cartoon movie or get a part on "Family Guy"
SM: what suggestions would have for anyone wanting to get into the business?
Jammin:
It's a hard a hard biz to be in. I still try to strive to get more creative. Practice and practice....I never seem to ever stop learning. The one thing is everything I ever learned I learned on my own. I didn't go to a professional school of recording....but I encourage myself to absorb everything I learn everyday.
SM; if asked to speak with a group of young people what encouraging words would you say to them?
Jammin:
Follow your dreams..never give up on them. I haven't achieved yet where I want to be, but I am still trying to reach my goals. I was always told I will never make it, I used that as fuel to drive my ambitions and dreams. I never listened to them. My family keeps me grounded and that helps me...my family supports me and I can never ask them for more. the one thing I will say is stay in school, go to college. The way the economy is right now, we need to better ourselves while you are still young. When we get older it is much more difficult to go back. Even if you don't like school, finish your education. It's the best thing you can do for yourself.
SM ; FINALY is there any thing you would like to share con your fans from around the world:
Jammin:
I didn't know I had fans!! Well I just keep telling them to support Tejano y Conjunto......porque es la musica para siempre. Keep the music alive and expose it to your kids. And join me and El Padrino to help keeping the music alive....join us on Conjunto Is Life social network,and keep listening to my shows....ConjuntoCast Show Y El ConjuntazzoMixx show....on Conjunto Is Life.
SM: well thanks again Jammin, will you push me on my bicycle so I can get back on the freeway?
Jammin:
Sure thing and thanks for your trip making it here to Califas....I can give you a lift as far as Bakersfield....besides it is foggy outside....can't let you ride in the fog.
SM: as I leave sunny California i cant stop thinking on how wonderful the internet has played an important role in keeping la onda alive, I am Santa la que canta Maria.
CCHWNN.
Somewhere in central California. Hello. Santa Maria con on the road again interviews, here pumping my bicycle here in Califas, to do any interview con D.J. JAMMIN J. AND now let’s get to that interview:
Sm: hello Jammin how are you and nice place you have here, can I sit for awhile, kind of tired rode my bicycle up here?
Jammin:
Gracias...It's not much but we manage to get to get by in this house. You could of called when you were in Bakersfield...I could have picked you up...it's on an 80min drive from Parlier, Califas....up and down down Freeway 99!!
SM: can you give tell us how in the world did you get into the DJ business and how long?
Jammin:
Believe it or not....25years! Well I remember when I was very young about 3 or 4 I would listen to music my mom and dad used to listen to. I used to hear them play Los Teranes, Los Donenos, Los Tigres del Norte, Ramon, Chente, Little Joe, ..I could go on...but you get the picture. They used to listen to all this music...for me it was different. I had the rythmn I guess.....watching these groups sometimes on TV learning how the music was made. Loving music I couldn't get enough so they bought me a radio......many radios later...I started listening and I would pay attention to the radio announcer, DJ, radio commercials. I was in love for the way these guys would present the music....or announce this dance....announce new cars and so on. I started imitating these guys....their voices...the way they speak. Well music was all around....so I had a vast knowledge in music..it has grown since then.
Back in like 1984 I used to see these DJ's scratch and blend music....that was the greatest thing I ever seen. I wanted to do that. Well I would mix up all these tapes, records, and voice samples....on the Mickey Mouse equiptment I had put together. Nobody in my family knew I could do this....I was holding back because I was embarrassed. Growing up being the oldest of seven brothers and sister...there was alot of responsabilities...I had the most work. I had to help my parents out alot we used to have a taco truck buisness and I helped out the most.
It wasn't until I was in the 6th grade....there used to be a local DJ his name is Oscar Pena. I used to see him perform at parties. He'd MC on the mic and mixed those records...scratch and do tricks. I wanted to do what he did. I was 11 years old....the rest is history. Maybe when I get older I will write a book on my many adventures on being DJ.
SM: on your website you mention that El Padrino himself asked you to join their network, can you explain what network and who is El Padrino?
Jammin :
The website is like a facebook social network, it is called Conjunto Is Life. El Padrino is the creator of the network. We have about 1,300 members from all over the world. It's a place where you can get to meet conjunto groups, fans, artist, post and see old and pics of Conjunto based events, post events, dances, listen to Conjunto music, and listen to my ConjuntoCast Show and ConjuntazzoMixx Show. El Padrino is an Ambasodor to Conjunto Music, he is from San Antonio and one of the members of the conjunto group "Los Padrinos'. He is one of the nicest guys you can ever talk to. He keeps everyone up to date on Conjunto Is Life. We are hoping to grow even more by encouraging people to join us.....see what Conjunto music is all about. So I encourage everyone who loves Tejano music has got to know Conjunto Music started before Tejano. I love both Conjunto and Tejano.....and I support both.
SM; it seems that you have been doing this for awhile, what has the new technology do for DJ services such as from records to 8track and on ?
Jammin:
It has evolved so much it's hard to keep up. I used to play with 8 track and I hated it...lol! Records were easy but I tend to wear needles out like crazy. Cassettes took to long to forward and rewind to the song you wanted. CD's were the ultimate....but will never be better than an old fashioned record. Well now you load all your music on a laptop, MP3 player, or cell phone and plug it into the mixer and you got a portable DJ. It takes the fun out of it because there is no chiste for me to just let the lil gadget do all the work. Now everyone can be a DJ or own their own DJ equiptment, even without having any talent. My lifetime of music knowledge kicks in from here and many people don't know alot of the names or songs....I have like a built-in memory bank for music. So that is my advantage over alot of DJ's. The technology will always evolve and get easier and easier for the mobile DJ, pretty soon there will be a cell phone app that does plays the music and MC's any event based on what the people think the DJ should play so they can dance to. Hahahahaha!!
SM; is there a certain gig that you did you remember the most?
Jammin:
There are so many gigs I have done in my 25 years that I would be here talking forever on things that made a certain gig memorable. But my most memorable will be my first one. It was for my friend Belinda Martinez 15'nera.....her DJ didn't show up and the group needed to take a break. She asked me to DJ for her..I didn't even say a word.........I ran all the way home like 7 blocks, got my music and equiptment and plugged it into the bands system. That was my first gig. I didn't even get paid....she still owes me now that I think of it. I could use some gas money.....or give it to you so you won't ride your bike back home. It's foggy here this time of the year....you might get hit by a car.
SM: what challenge do you have being a DJ on line compare to maybe real radio waves?
Jammin:
There is alot of challenge on that.....it's overwhelming. The internet is a an enormous and growing world. There is alot competition.....anyone can do it and radio web sites are popping up daily. Radio waves are losing listeners to sattelite radio and internet radio. They can listen or play to whatever they want that radio waves do not. With the evolution of technology, the way and what we listen to our favorite music, news, shows, and so on....we can take it in our cars, trips, and anywhere we choose to be. Being a radio waves DJ has it's limits, you can olny be heard as far as the radio waves travel some stations broadcast synicated shows that can be heard too on other radio markets....but like I said it goes only as far as the radio waves travel. Web stations can travel with us just about non-stop so we can lock onto them and keep in tune anywhere we go. The DJ challenge is easy, you can do the show from home and broadcast world-wide with out ever having to leave home. It's not easy for someone to make it on the net, there is so much one can listen to or listen to your favorite DJ.
SM: what is the future for tejano music in your opinion?
Jammin:
Tejano/Conjunto music is being overtaken by the Mexican music industry...big labels have the money to have their music played around the clock. So they put all the Tejano and Conjunto music behind and never play it. The Tejano and Conjunto music industry are on small independant label majority of the time, there are a small number of labels that do have the funds, but we can't just depend on them. We need to keep supporting the industry for us to survive. There are new and upcoming artist, bands, musicians, labels...and so on each and every single day. How can people say it's dead when when it is still here....they just are not looking in the right place. The future for Tejano & Conjunto music will keep evolving....it's branched out...so can it be dead if the elements are there. It might be different...but it's still created from Conjunto. To say it's dead...never! To support the industry we all need to do our part and that's to support the artist, group, support the label, support your local Tejano & Conjunto scene, attend the events, dances, concerts, bug the hell out of your local radio stations to play the music. Tejano & Conjunto music have a big following....as long as we rally together and exposing the music to our younger generation. I don't see what question "What is the furure of Tejano music?"........I see it as the future. As long as there is sangre running thru my veins....Conjunto & Tejano.....I will preach it, play it, support it, and keep exposing it to mas gente. I do my part.....I hope everyone follows the lead others have showed me. Our older generation is slowly leaving us, and we need the keep passing the torch to the younger generation, as i will when I leave. The internet is the best way to catch all this music....it's helping us keep the music alive and exposing it around the world.
SM: what does a professional voice-over do and is there any money in that type of business?
Jammin:
Well I am still trying to find customers...hahaha! Simply I supply the voice for DJ intros, band intros, radio commercials, radio spots, station ID's. The money part is good when I get one, but the difference of what I create for each customer is try to be better each time. My work is quality is different than others I hear. Having mastered the turntables....I can do alot of mixing in a 30 second...sometime more or less into the project. I can speak and announce in rapid fire...so I can put alot of words into it. Jajjajajajja. I remember one of my teachers in Jr High told me I talked alot during class.....see her once in a while and tells me....you still talk alot, but you get paid for it. Back to the money part.....it hasn't made me rich...still trying to get my voice in a cartoon movie or get a part on "Family Guy"
SM: what suggestions would have for anyone wanting to get into the business?
Jammin:
It's a hard a hard biz to be in. I still try to strive to get more creative. Practice and practice....I never seem to ever stop learning. The one thing is everything I ever learned I learned on my own. I didn't go to a professional school of recording....but I encourage myself to absorb everything I learn everyday.
SM; if asked to speak with a group of young people what encouraging words would you say to them?
Jammin:
Follow your dreams..never give up on them. I haven't achieved yet where I want to be, but I am still trying to reach my goals. I was always told I will never make it, I used that as fuel to drive my ambitions and dreams. I never listened to them. My family keeps me grounded and that helps me...my family supports me and I can never ask them for more. the one thing I will say is stay in school, go to college. The way the economy is right now, we need to better ourselves while you are still young. When we get older it is much more difficult to go back. Even if you don't like school, finish your education. It's the best thing you can do for yourself.
SM ; FINALY is there any thing you would like to share con your fans from around the world:
Jammin:
I didn't know I had fans!! Well I just keep telling them to support Tejano y Conjunto......porque es la musica para siempre. Keep the music alive and expose it to your kids. And join me and El Padrino to help keeping the music alive....join us on Conjunto Is Life social network,and keep listening to my shows....ConjuntoCast Show Y El ConjuntazzoMixx show....on Conjunto Is Life.
SM: well thanks again Jammin, will you push me on my bicycle so I can get back on the freeway?
Jammin:
Sure thing and thanks for your trip making it here to Califas....I can give you a lift as far as Bakersfield....besides it is foggy outside....can't let you ride in the fog.
SM: as I leave sunny California i cant stop thinking on how wonderful the internet has played an important role in keeping la onda alive, I am Santa la que canta Maria.
Thursday, January 27, 2011
2005 interview con INVICTO 2011
Posted: Today at 11:16 am Post subject: exclusive interview con INVICTO (JA3rd)
Cchwnn: exclusive interview con INVICTO band member Jose (JA3rd)
Now somewhere in texas, here is david duran.
Como estan todos, I am david duran con cchwnn, exclusive interview con
Jose (JAR3rd).
Dd: como estas Jose its been several years since we last talked, how
are thing with you and the band INVICTO?
ja: Pretty good, getting better by the day! , my friend, (LOL)!
DD: I saw several posting on different tejano websites, we see you
just got back from a mid western mini tour?
Ja: Yes, sir! We just got back from Chicago, where we played in South
Chicago and Chicago Heights, IL (which are actually 2 different cities). We
had a fantastic time, the people were great, the food was delicious, and the
shows went off without a hitch!
Dd: tell us jose what is involved in preparing a group to go on tour?
Ja: A LOT of things go into preparing a group for a tour, even a 4-piece
conjunto, and even for a "mini-tour." We had to make sure contracts were
signed and returned, and then we decided we were going to fly to Chicago
rather than drive for 22 hours. So, then I had to arrange flights, which I
was able to get the promoters to agree to handle.
Fortunately, our
promoters were extremely gracious, and handled our flights, our hotels, and
our meals during our stay, as well as our transportation to and from the
airport. If they hadn't handled it, that would have been something I would
have had to handle. I then had to make sure that I had enough merchandise
(t-shirts, cd's, glossy photos, etc.,), as well as all of my clothes and my
instrument. I also had to remind the guys not to take any cutting
instruments in their luggage. Also, we had to have a substitute bassist,
because our regular bassist had a test to take (he's still in high school).
So, we had to purchase shirts for him to perform in that matched ours. Once
we got there, we had to make sure the sound was up to par, as the sound
engineers weren't familiar with our sound. That's pretty much it, in a
nutshell...
Dd; is there any differences in the crowds you jam for in the different
states you guys have performed? the reason I ask is I know as a fact
que you guys have also toured the west coast? Compare your fans in
Chicago to the ones in Colorado,etc…?
Ja: Well, actually, we haven't gotten out that far west like to California YET, but that is
pending and we will be out there in August. I can compare Chicago fans with
Colorado fans, though. Colorado fans seem to be a lot like the fans from
Texas, so there is a lot of similarity. However, with the fans from
Chicago, there were some differences. For one, I normally ask for the
"Mexicans" to make some noise, but I was advised by the promoter to change
"Mexicans" to "Tejanos," which was met by gritos all around! I was later
informed that there is a resentment between Mexican-Americans (Tejanos) and
Mexicans from Mexico.
Dd: to many of your fans Jose you guys are known as “ The Bad Boys of
Conjunto”. How did you guys get this name?
Ja; Well, after one performance, a fan approached us and said, "Man, ya'll
are some baaaad boys!" Well, it kind of stuck, but since Mazz is known as
the "Bad Boys," we added "..of Conjunto" to it, to distinguish ourselves
from the original "Bad Boys!"
Dd; in the music world de la onda tejana you guys have also been called
The fastest rising conjunto in La Onda..."how does that make you feel
and what do you think your commitment to la onda tejana is?
Ja: It's an honor to be considered among the fastest rising conjuntos, and
validates the hard work and commitment each member of the band has put into
Invicto to help make us worthy of such recognition. Our commitment to La
Onda Tejana is to put our everything, our heart and soul, into our music,
and never make any compromises musically. We have a responsibility to make
the next generation take pride in our musical and cultural heritage, and we
will do that by presenting a pure, non-diluted form of our music!
Dd: I got to visit your website and its a very impressive site, has
the internet made more raza aware of who INVICTO is and has allowed
your fans know more about you guys?
Ja: First, thank you for your kind words regarding the site! I designed it
myself (JA3 Designs), and I will give the internet full credit for creating
the snowball which, thankfully, is still rolling! We would be nowhere
without the internet!
Dd: well jose I don’t want to take to much of your time, can you tell
us what your fans can expect for INVICTO in the future?
Jar More of the same, hard hitting, edgy conjunto, and us pushing the
envelope musically, as well as delivering our fans' money's worth!
Dd: thank you Jose once again for joining us here at this crazy wacky
world of cchwnn and allowing us to share some of your thoughts and
feelings on la onda tejana, please tell all the guys del groupo INVICTO, hi, for us, Anthony, Ralph, and bubba.
Jar: Thank you, and before we go, I'd like to compliment you for your
insightful questions, and thank you for taking the time to interview "little
old me!" !
Dd: well raza once again we were able to pull it off, a candid
interview con Jose (JAR3RD) del grupo INVICTO , the bad boys of
conjunto, for cchwnn, I am david duran.
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Cchwnn: exclusive interview con INVICTO band member Jose (JA3rd)
Now somewhere in texas, here is david duran.
Como estan todos, I am david duran con cchwnn, exclusive interview con
Jose (JAR3rd).
Dd: como estas Jose its been several years since we last talked, how
are thing with you and the band INVICTO?
ja: Pretty good, getting better by the day! , my friend, (LOL)!
DD: I saw several posting on different tejano websites, we see you
just got back from a mid western mini tour?
Ja: Yes, sir! We just got back from Chicago, where we played in South
Chicago and Chicago Heights, IL (which are actually 2 different cities). We
had a fantastic time, the people were great, the food was delicious, and the
shows went off without a hitch!
Dd: tell us jose what is involved in preparing a group to go on tour?
Ja: A LOT of things go into preparing a group for a tour, even a 4-piece
conjunto, and even for a "mini-tour." We had to make sure contracts were
signed and returned, and then we decided we were going to fly to Chicago
rather than drive for 22 hours. So, then I had to arrange flights, which I
was able to get the promoters to agree to handle.
Fortunately, our
promoters were extremely gracious, and handled our flights, our hotels, and
our meals during our stay, as well as our transportation to and from the
airport. If they hadn't handled it, that would have been something I would
have had to handle. I then had to make sure that I had enough merchandise
(t-shirts, cd's, glossy photos, etc.,), as well as all of my clothes and my
instrument. I also had to remind the guys not to take any cutting
instruments in their luggage. Also, we had to have a substitute bassist,
because our regular bassist had a test to take (he's still in high school).
So, we had to purchase shirts for him to perform in that matched ours. Once
we got there, we had to make sure the sound was up to par, as the sound
engineers weren't familiar with our sound. That's pretty much it, in a
nutshell...
Dd; is there any differences in the crowds you jam for in the different
states you guys have performed? the reason I ask is I know as a fact
que you guys have also toured the west coast? Compare your fans in
Chicago to the ones in Colorado,etc…?
Ja: Well, actually, we haven't gotten out that far west like to California YET, but that is
pending and we will be out there in August. I can compare Chicago fans with
Colorado fans, though. Colorado fans seem to be a lot like the fans from
Texas, so there is a lot of similarity. However, with the fans from
Chicago, there were some differences. For one, I normally ask for the
"Mexicans" to make some noise, but I was advised by the promoter to change
"Mexicans" to "Tejanos," which was met by gritos all around! I was later
informed that there is a resentment between Mexican-Americans (Tejanos) and
Mexicans from Mexico.
Dd: to many of your fans Jose you guys are known as “ The Bad Boys of
Conjunto”. How did you guys get this name?
Ja; Well, after one performance, a fan approached us and said, "Man, ya'll
are some baaaad boys!" Well, it kind of stuck, but since Mazz is known as
the "Bad Boys," we added "..of Conjunto" to it, to distinguish ourselves
from the original "Bad Boys!"
Dd; in the music world de la onda tejana you guys have also been called
The fastest rising conjunto in La Onda..."how does that make you feel
and what do you think your commitment to la onda tejana is?
Ja: It's an honor to be considered among the fastest rising conjuntos, and
validates the hard work and commitment each member of the band has put into
Invicto to help make us worthy of such recognition. Our commitment to La
Onda Tejana is to put our everything, our heart and soul, into our music,
and never make any compromises musically. We have a responsibility to make
the next generation take pride in our musical and cultural heritage, and we
will do that by presenting a pure, non-diluted form of our music!
Dd: I got to visit your website and its a very impressive site, has
the internet made more raza aware of who INVICTO is and has allowed
your fans know more about you guys?
Ja: First, thank you for your kind words regarding the site! I designed it
myself (JA3 Designs), and I will give the internet full credit for creating
the snowball which, thankfully, is still rolling! We would be nowhere
without the internet!
Dd: well jose I don’t want to take to much of your time, can you tell
us what your fans can expect for INVICTO in the future?
Jar More of the same, hard hitting, edgy conjunto, and us pushing the
envelope musically, as well as delivering our fans' money's worth!
Dd: thank you Jose once again for joining us here at this crazy wacky
world of cchwnn and allowing us to share some of your thoughts and
feelings on la onda tejana, please tell all the guys del groupo INVICTO, hi, for us, Anthony, Ralph, and bubba.
Jar: Thank you, and before we go, I'd like to compliment you for your
insightful questions, and thank you for taking the time to interview "little
old me!" !
Dd: well raza once again we were able to pull it off, a candid
interview con Jose (JAR3RD) del grupo INVICTO , the bad boys of
conjunto, for cchwnn, I am david duran.
_________________
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
hejola report for 01282011
Hejola report for 01282011.
Cchwnn.
Kingsville, TX. Hi again I Bill Diaz con our award winning barrio headline news:
A riot breaks out at mall before LiL Red concern.
Charges are pending for ten persons busted at hotel.
And finally new bud cuts proposed for 2012/2013 barrio budget.
The proposal review committee for “La Raza a better way of life” submitted their recommends to the committee to review 2012 budget and a copy the 2013 budget committee on what areas of 2012/2013 city budget cuts can be made to make our barrio better. Overall the La Raza suggested at least 240 programs needed to be cut an additional 241 new programs were recommended to be added those fiscal year budgets. No word from those committees on La Raza Recommendations.
It seems that some fans just don’t know when to stop their careless ways of supporting their tejano stars. It seems that at least ten persons have been rounded up for the damages they did at the Barrio E-Lay motel/hotel holiday inn. It seems that these ten people had rented the bottom rooms from where Lil Red and her band were schedule to stay for the weekend.
But the managers of the resort confirmed que these ten persons had made a hole in the ceiling right above where she was too staying. But not knowing how the second floor furniture was arranged the second floor caved in on those crazy fans on the bottom floor. Once los vato’s loco volunteer firefighters arrived they were able to rescue all ten fans from the underneath the second floor stuff that fell thru the floor. All ten were arrested. By the way Lil Red was not in her room, nor her band members.
It never fails says Gloria Guerra mall manager, every time we bring Lil Red and her four Mariachi dude there is always trouble that follows. It seems that at least 20 person got arrested while she was driving into the mall area. El constable and he barrio task force 666 sealed off the whole mall area until lil red left. The mall is closed for now due to some damages done by her fans. More details as they arrive.
Well raza there you have it and have a great day.
Cchwnn.
Kingsville, TX. Hi again I Bill Diaz con our award winning barrio headline news:
A riot breaks out at mall before LiL Red concern.
Charges are pending for ten persons busted at hotel.
And finally new bud cuts proposed for 2012/2013 barrio budget.
The proposal review committee for “La Raza a better way of life” submitted their recommends to the committee to review 2012 budget and a copy the 2013 budget committee on what areas of 2012/2013 city budget cuts can be made to make our barrio better. Overall the La Raza suggested at least 240 programs needed to be cut an additional 241 new programs were recommended to be added those fiscal year budgets. No word from those committees on La Raza Recommendations.
It seems that some fans just don’t know when to stop their careless ways of supporting their tejano stars. It seems that at least ten persons have been rounded up for the damages they did at the Barrio E-Lay motel/hotel holiday inn. It seems that these ten people had rented the bottom rooms from where Lil Red and her band were schedule to stay for the weekend.
But the managers of the resort confirmed que these ten persons had made a hole in the ceiling right above where she was too staying. But not knowing how the second floor furniture was arranged the second floor caved in on those crazy fans on the bottom floor. Once los vato’s loco volunteer firefighters arrived they were able to rescue all ten fans from the underneath the second floor stuff that fell thru the floor. All ten were arrested. By the way Lil Red was not in her room, nor her band members.
It never fails says Gloria Guerra mall manager, every time we bring Lil Red and her four Mariachi dude there is always trouble that follows. It seems that at least 20 person got arrested while she was driving into the mall area. El constable and he barrio task force 666 sealed off the whole mall area until lil red left. The mall is closed for now due to some damages done by her fans. More details as they arrive.
Well raza there you have it and have a great day.
interview con Marcos Orozoco y Rebelde 2011
Exclusive interview con Marcos Orozco y Rebelde.
Cchwnn.
San Anto, Tx. Hi there Santa la que canta Maria con on the road again interview. Gee there are no words to describe my trip up here but I just got here to San Anto and am standing in front of the Alamo where I am about to interview ....................are you ready for this??? Marcos Orozco y el grupo Rebelde! Gee enough of that, lets get to that interview:
SM: GEE Marcos you don't know know how great we feel being here doing this interview. By the way, can you help me get off this bicycle?
M: Of course come on baby!
SM: let's first start by saying que you got a large fan base that makes you one of the most demanding bands en la onda tejana. Can you tell us a little bit about your child hood and how you got into the music business?
M: With Los Fabulosos Cuatro I started singing with them. I had never sung Tejano before and was singing at a party one night when I was asked to play with them. That's how it all started.
SM: after reading your resume and your biography we see that you have a long list of bands you have been a part of, can you share some of the experiences you’ve had with them in what era you were with those bands?
M: Los Fabulosos Cuatro the best thing was to start playing tejano music which I had never played before. They are the ones who introduced me to this business. With David Lee Garza Y Los Musicales that was another level it was a big leap from where I was. The most memorable experience with Los Musicales would be performing at the Rodeo in Houston. With my band Rebelde mainly just to be solo and do my own music, do my own arrangements, record what I want, and have my own record label.
SM: Of all the musical awards you have won, which one stands out the most?
M: I really don’t think about that. One day I'd like a grammy but I really want to deserve it and work hard for it.
SM; How difficult was it in establishing your own band?
M: It was very difficult to start again from the bottom especially when you are the one responsible for everything and have to do it all on your own. It’s a lot of stress, worry, you don’t know whats going to happen.
SM: how hard was it to leave some many very successful bands?
M: It was hard. I go from being paid to having to play for free to start off. Promoters and places want you to play for free, and you have to at first or for very little to get your name out there. People think its easy but its not. You have to have patience and a dedicated band that does their part.
SM: what is in the future for Marcos y Rebelde?
M: Hollywood! Jajaja I don’t know just keep making music, keep enjoying it, don’t know whats going to happen, keep recording and let it take us wherever
SM: What inspires you to write some of your tracks and how do you go about choosing the music for your cd's?
M. Everything from past experiences to friends and stories. I have write the music and lyrics to make sense together. I'm not romantic but I really like to write romantic music.
SM: How many cd's have you have you released since you've been out on your own, and if you had to choose one, which one would you say is your favorite and why?
M: 6 and 1 upcoming one that is due out next month or in March. I don’t know I like all of them especially Ahora Y Siempre and Un Paso Mas. I really dont have a favorite every CD has something that is meaningful that I like.
SM: why did you choose the word Rebelde as your band’s name?
M: Cause I'm a rebel! Actually I just like the name it’s a strong name. I just like it.
SM: How hard is it for you and your band members to be on the road so much and being away from your family and love ones?
Marco (drummer): As a musician it can be very difficult sometimes traveling and being away from loved ones especially if you have kids, so I can assure you that at one point or another in every musicians career they have been homesick no matter how long they have been playing. I think its very important to have strong family support and understanding that this is a "labor of love" for us.
SM: what professional advice would you give a person wanting to leave a very successful career to branch out on their own?
M: You need to love what you do and put your heart in this and believe in yourself. You have to have talent, if you love it go for it, don’t give up and keep going.
SM: a tradional request we ask Sir, what encouraging words would you use if given a chance to speak to a group of young people?
M: Believe in yourself before anything
SM; in ending this interview, what would you like to tell all your fans across the world?
M: Thank you for buying our music and supporting us, we really appreciate it. I love you all for being there for us.
SM: thanks Marcos now I need a little help on getting back on this bicycle and by the way can you direct me to the closes freeway going south?
M: jajaja its over there!
SM: as I peddle down the road I can only say la onda tejana has so many tejano stars and Marcos can surely be acclaimed as one at the top of the list, I
Cchwnn.
San Anto, Tx. Hi there Santa la que canta Maria con on the road again interview. Gee there are no words to describe my trip up here but I just got here to San Anto and am standing in front of the Alamo where I am about to interview ....................are you ready for this??? Marcos Orozco y el grupo Rebelde! Gee enough of that, lets get to that interview:
SM: GEE Marcos you don't know know how great we feel being here doing this interview. By the way, can you help me get off this bicycle?
M: Of course come on baby!
SM: let's first start by saying que you got a large fan base that makes you one of the most demanding bands en la onda tejana. Can you tell us a little bit about your child hood and how you got into the music business?
M: With Los Fabulosos Cuatro I started singing with them. I had never sung Tejano before and was singing at a party one night when I was asked to play with them. That's how it all started.
SM: after reading your resume and your biography we see that you have a long list of bands you have been a part of, can you share some of the experiences you’ve had with them in what era you were with those bands?
M: Los Fabulosos Cuatro the best thing was to start playing tejano music which I had never played before. They are the ones who introduced me to this business. With David Lee Garza Y Los Musicales that was another level it was a big leap from where I was. The most memorable experience with Los Musicales would be performing at the Rodeo in Houston. With my band Rebelde mainly just to be solo and do my own music, do my own arrangements, record what I want, and have my own record label.
SM: Of all the musical awards you have won, which one stands out the most?
M: I really don’t think about that. One day I'd like a grammy but I really want to deserve it and work hard for it.
SM; How difficult was it in establishing your own band?
M: It was very difficult to start again from the bottom especially when you are the one responsible for everything and have to do it all on your own. It’s a lot of stress, worry, you don’t know whats going to happen.
SM: how hard was it to leave some many very successful bands?
M: It was hard. I go from being paid to having to play for free to start off. Promoters and places want you to play for free, and you have to at first or for very little to get your name out there. People think its easy but its not. You have to have patience and a dedicated band that does their part.
SM: what is in the future for Marcos y Rebelde?
M: Hollywood! Jajaja I don’t know just keep making music, keep enjoying it, don’t know whats going to happen, keep recording and let it take us wherever
SM: What inspires you to write some of your tracks and how do you go about choosing the music for your cd's?
M. Everything from past experiences to friends and stories. I have write the music and lyrics to make sense together. I'm not romantic but I really like to write romantic music.
SM: How many cd's have you have you released since you've been out on your own, and if you had to choose one, which one would you say is your favorite and why?
M: 6 and 1 upcoming one that is due out next month or in March. I don’t know I like all of them especially Ahora Y Siempre and Un Paso Mas. I really dont have a favorite every CD has something that is meaningful that I like.
SM: why did you choose the word Rebelde as your band’s name?
M: Cause I'm a rebel! Actually I just like the name it’s a strong name. I just like it.
SM: How hard is it for you and your band members to be on the road so much and being away from your family and love ones?
Marco (drummer): As a musician it can be very difficult sometimes traveling and being away from loved ones especially if you have kids, so I can assure you that at one point or another in every musicians career they have been homesick no matter how long they have been playing. I think its very important to have strong family support and understanding that this is a "labor of love" for us.
SM: what professional advice would you give a person wanting to leave a very successful career to branch out on their own?
M: You need to love what you do and put your heart in this and believe in yourself. You have to have talent, if you love it go for it, don’t give up and keep going.
SM: a tradional request we ask Sir, what encouraging words would you use if given a chance to speak to a group of young people?
M: Believe in yourself before anything
SM; in ending this interview, what would you like to tell all your fans across the world?
M: Thank you for buying our music and supporting us, we really appreciate it. I love you all for being there for us.
SM: thanks Marcos now I need a little help on getting back on this bicycle and by the way can you direct me to the closes freeway going south?
M: jajaja its over there!
SM: as I peddle down the road I can only say la onda tejana has so many tejano stars and Marcos can surely be acclaimed as one at the top of the list, I
hejola report for 01272011
Hejola report for 01272011.
Cchwnn.
Kingsville,tx. Hello raza I am Bill Diaz con today’s award winning barrio headline news;
Johnny the train puller Yuma pulled last train.
Freak shows will be banned for the rest of the year.
And finally, el barrio prepares to keep Christmas light on all year round.
In the weekly city council meeting, all council members agreed to leave the Westside Christmas light on all year round. There were several reasons why it was cheaper to leave them on than take them off and crime has decreased at least by 45 percent compared to 1976. One council member informed us que they will review this matter after Easter.
In other news, Barrio leaders today signed a new city rule that would ban any type of show that was not normal or better known as freak show. The reason was of course the death of Johnny the train puller Yuma accident. This new law will be in affect 2025.
Yesterday afternoon, el barrio Johnny the train puller Yuma suffered a terrible accident when he was demonstration on how he could pull a 20 ton railroad car with is teeth. It seems that many did not realize que Mr. Yuma had a metal rod with a hook attached to his mouth, drilled through the back of his mouth onto a steel plate found outside the back of his head. Somehow the railroad car mover while Mr. Yuma was trying to adjust his mouth onto the metal hook inside his mouth. Well the pressure of a 20 ton railroad car jerked the whole jaw, teeth, rod, hook, the plate behind his head along con his spinal cord out of his body, killing him right on the spot. Members of the audience tried to put his spinal cord back in him but died while they tried.
Oh well there are born winners and then there were some that oh, well.
Cchwnn.
Kingsville,tx. Hello raza I am Bill Diaz con today’s award winning barrio headline news;
Johnny the train puller Yuma pulled last train.
Freak shows will be banned for the rest of the year.
And finally, el barrio prepares to keep Christmas light on all year round.
In the weekly city council meeting, all council members agreed to leave the Westside Christmas light on all year round. There were several reasons why it was cheaper to leave them on than take them off and crime has decreased at least by 45 percent compared to 1976. One council member informed us que they will review this matter after Easter.
In other news, Barrio leaders today signed a new city rule that would ban any type of show that was not normal or better known as freak show. The reason was of course the death of Johnny the train puller Yuma accident. This new law will be in affect 2025.
Yesterday afternoon, el barrio Johnny the train puller Yuma suffered a terrible accident when he was demonstration on how he could pull a 20 ton railroad car with is teeth. It seems that many did not realize que Mr. Yuma had a metal rod with a hook attached to his mouth, drilled through the back of his mouth onto a steel plate found outside the back of his head. Somehow the railroad car mover while Mr. Yuma was trying to adjust his mouth onto the metal hook inside his mouth. Well the pressure of a 20 ton railroad car jerked the whole jaw, teeth, rod, hook, the plate behind his head along con his spinal cord out of his body, killing him right on the spot. Members of the audience tried to put his spinal cord back in him but died while they tried.
Oh well there are born winners and then there were some that oh, well.
Monday, January 24, 2011
INTERVIEW CON LA CALMA 2011
Exclusive interview con La Calma 2011.
Cchwnn.
San Antonio, Tex. Hi, Santa La que Canta Cecilia con on the road again interview con this extreme groupo La Calma, Leo Correa. Let us go to the Alamo where we conducted this interview.
SA: how are you Leo, wait just a bit. Can you help me get off my
bicycle? You know it’s kind of cold out here and my legs seem a bit frozen
Leo: Sure,Im a big healthy man(LOL!), Ill help you!
SA: let’s start off by asking how one manages to gather the talented musicians who make up La Calma?
Leo: I want to say it was just destiny! Me and the other co- founder of La Calma, Eddie Perez, called upon Angel "Buddy"Vargas(songwriter-percussionist) who he had known from their days on the road with Bobby Pulido, and asked him for some songs. when Buddy found out what we were working on, he immediately wanted to jump on aboard. from there we called on another friend Michael Machado(Drummer) who we knew from his days with Mazzizo and Michael Salgado. We brought him in to record drums on our demo but decided he liked what he heard and also wanted in. from there Mike told Eddie about two friends of his who would also move on to be the last 2 pieces of the puzzle,Miguel Arizpe and Mac Seguovia(Bajo Sexto and animacion).
SA: can you comment on your debut album entitled “YA Llego” ?
Leo: Our debut album "Ya Llego" was released under "Freddie Records" in July of 2009.We kicked it off with our first single" Mi Necesidad". We filmed a video for it and received great reviews and really helped the song to to move to the next level. The song immediately opened up doors all over the US and Mexico! We were a little overwhelmed but felt so good! The album took us a little over a year and ended up being something that we were and still are very proud of.
SA: what does it take to keep six men together as a band and how do you guys select the music for your gigs ?
Leo: Fortunately, were all good friends and it doesn't take much at all. We just have to make sure we all communicate and not let anything bottle up inside. We all love what we do and have the same goals, and as long as we just keep working towards achieving them, well be good!
As far as choosing music for the gigs, I let Eddie take care of that, he's our producer and and band director and is really good at what he does. If he sees that the crowd in Florida is responding to the cumbias, but not so much to the rancheras, he adapt and give them what they want.
SA: we know it has got to be difficult to start a band due to unforeseen problems which may arise, but what things do you think you would have done differently, if any?
Leo: I wouldn't change anything at all! We knew from experience that starting a band wouldn't be a walk in the park! It takes alot of hard work and persistence to make something work and were prepared to do what we have to do to succeed!
SA: how has your audience responded to your shows here in the states and Mexico?
Leo:The audience has responded great to our shows. Thankfully there hasn't been a city that hasn't asked us back yet, and as long as the bring us back, were always ready! As far as Mexico, we haven’t been there yet but have received lots of emails and posts from people from all over Mexico. We definitely can’t wait to go and hope to do it soon!
SA: what is in the future for La Calma in 2011?
Leo:well for 2011 we are going to release our sophomore album"Cuando Nada Es Suficiente" which is also the title of the single which was released on 1-1-11! The single is already up on Itunes and cdbaby.com. This week coming up we will be doing a video for the first single as well. Besides the new album we are just going to continue on the road, hitting it hard and doing a lot of promotion.
SA: what advice would you give to an individual who is thinking of starting their own band ?
Leo: I would tell that person, if your gonna do it, give it all you got! Definately don't get discouraged if things don't happen right away. just do what what you do and do it with all your heart and passion. The rest will fall in place.
SA: if given the chance to speak to a group of young people what encouraging words would you say?
Leo: Well, I don't want to sound cliche or anything but I would say to finish school first! Thats more important than anything. Its cool to play also but if possible get a degree in something first,Because with the economy these days, you surely want something to fall back on. I would also say to never let anyone or anybody tell you that you can't do something. You can do anything you can set your mind to!
SA: is there anything you would like to share with your fans throughout the world wide web?
Leo:I would just want to say we would like thank everyone so much for all the support! We've received emails everywhere from California to Florida! We appreciate every one of them! We hope to see everybody this year wherever it is you may be out there! Please we want everyone to log on to itunes or cdbaby, and get our new single "Cuando Nada Es Suficiente". And also leave a comment and let us know what you think. If any one needs to get a hold of us they can shoot an email at lacalmainfo@yahoo.com.
SA: I want to thank you again Leo and we wish you and your band the best in the future. Say Leo, can you give me a push to get me going and show me which freeway will take me South?
Leo: Not a problem! i'm going to push you down I35 south. Just be careful with all the state troopers! they don't mess around! Thank you for taking your time to come see us even though it's freezing! we really appreciate it! Bye!!!
Santa: as I ride my bicycle and look back into the city of san Antonio, texas, I noticed que such a large town, and some many talented musicos. I am Santa que te canta Cecilia.
Cchwnn.
San Antonio, Tex. Hi, Santa La que Canta Cecilia con on the road again interview con this extreme groupo La Calma, Leo Correa. Let us go to the Alamo where we conducted this interview.
SA: how are you Leo, wait just a bit. Can you help me get off my
bicycle? You know it’s kind of cold out here and my legs seem a bit frozen
Leo: Sure,Im a big healthy man(LOL!), Ill help you!
SA: let’s start off by asking how one manages to gather the talented musicians who make up La Calma?
Leo: I want to say it was just destiny! Me and the other co- founder of La Calma, Eddie Perez, called upon Angel "Buddy"Vargas(songwriter-percussionist) who he had known from their days on the road with Bobby Pulido, and asked him for some songs. when Buddy found out what we were working on, he immediately wanted to jump on aboard. from there we called on another friend Michael Machado(Drummer) who we knew from his days with Mazzizo and Michael Salgado. We brought him in to record drums on our demo but decided he liked what he heard and also wanted in. from there Mike told Eddie about two friends of his who would also move on to be the last 2 pieces of the puzzle,Miguel Arizpe and Mac Seguovia(Bajo Sexto and animacion).
SA: can you comment on your debut album entitled “YA Llego” ?
Leo: Our debut album "Ya Llego" was released under "Freddie Records" in July of 2009.We kicked it off with our first single" Mi Necesidad". We filmed a video for it and received great reviews and really helped the song to to move to the next level. The song immediately opened up doors all over the US and Mexico! We were a little overwhelmed but felt so good! The album took us a little over a year and ended up being something that we were and still are very proud of.
SA: what does it take to keep six men together as a band and how do you guys select the music for your gigs ?
Leo: Fortunately, were all good friends and it doesn't take much at all. We just have to make sure we all communicate and not let anything bottle up inside. We all love what we do and have the same goals, and as long as we just keep working towards achieving them, well be good!
As far as choosing music for the gigs, I let Eddie take care of that, he's our producer and and band director and is really good at what he does. If he sees that the crowd in Florida is responding to the cumbias, but not so much to the rancheras, he adapt and give them what they want.
SA: we know it has got to be difficult to start a band due to unforeseen problems which may arise, but what things do you think you would have done differently, if any?
Leo: I wouldn't change anything at all! We knew from experience that starting a band wouldn't be a walk in the park! It takes alot of hard work and persistence to make something work and were prepared to do what we have to do to succeed!
SA: how has your audience responded to your shows here in the states and Mexico?
Leo:The audience has responded great to our shows. Thankfully there hasn't been a city that hasn't asked us back yet, and as long as the bring us back, were always ready! As far as Mexico, we haven’t been there yet but have received lots of emails and posts from people from all over Mexico. We definitely can’t wait to go and hope to do it soon!
SA: what is in the future for La Calma in 2011?
Leo:well for 2011 we are going to release our sophomore album"Cuando Nada Es Suficiente" which is also the title of the single which was released on 1-1-11! The single is already up on Itunes and cdbaby.com. This week coming up we will be doing a video for the first single as well. Besides the new album we are just going to continue on the road, hitting it hard and doing a lot of promotion.
SA: what advice would you give to an individual who is thinking of starting their own band ?
Leo: I would tell that person, if your gonna do it, give it all you got! Definately don't get discouraged if things don't happen right away. just do what what you do and do it with all your heart and passion. The rest will fall in place.
SA: if given the chance to speak to a group of young people what encouraging words would you say?
Leo: Well, I don't want to sound cliche or anything but I would say to finish school first! Thats more important than anything. Its cool to play also but if possible get a degree in something first,Because with the economy these days, you surely want something to fall back on. I would also say to never let anyone or anybody tell you that you can't do something. You can do anything you can set your mind to!
SA: is there anything you would like to share with your fans throughout the world wide web?
Leo:I would just want to say we would like thank everyone so much for all the support! We've received emails everywhere from California to Florida! We appreciate every one of them! We hope to see everybody this year wherever it is you may be out there! Please we want everyone to log on to itunes or cdbaby, and get our new single "Cuando Nada Es Suficiente". And also leave a comment and let us know what you think. If any one needs to get a hold of us they can shoot an email at lacalmainfo@yahoo.com.
SA: I want to thank you again Leo and we wish you and your band the best in the future. Say Leo, can you give me a push to get me going and show me which freeway will take me South?
Leo: Not a problem! i'm going to push you down I35 south. Just be careful with all the state troopers! they don't mess around! Thank you for taking your time to come see us even though it's freezing! we really appreciate it! Bye!!!
Santa: as I ride my bicycle and look back into the city of san Antonio, texas, I noticed que such a large town, and some many talented musicos. I am Santa que te canta Cecilia.
INTERVIEW CON EDDY HERNANDEZ AKA D.J. LIGHTING 2011
Exclusive interview con Eddy Hernandez aka D.J. Lighting.2011.
Cchwnn.
Alamo in San Antino,tx. Hello I am Santa la que canta Cecilia con an
on the road again interview. This time it takes us up to San anto again, where we will do an interview con a tejano.fm d.j.
named Eddy Hernandez aka D.J. LIGHTING. Now let’s get to that interview:
SC: hello eddy thanks for taking time from your job to do this
interview, can you assist me in getting off my bicycle cause my legs
are very sore from the long ride up here, can you please tell us, how in the world did you get into the DJ business and how long have you been in it?
Eddy: Ahi Cecilia no te vayas a caer. Hahaha well thank you for
traveling all this way its my pleasure. I’ve been Djing since I was 13
years old. Making a long story short. One Christmas my parents didn’t
know what to give me and my brother. They eventually decided on DJ
equipment. That lead to family and friend gigs and eventually
quincieneras, bodas, bautismos, public dances etc.
SM: how did you manage to get a job con Tejano FM network?
Eddy: Well there was an AD on Yahoo Jobs and here I’am hahaha just
kidding no my dad AKA Puro Tejano Productions booked Tejano Sound Band
for a dance and Rolando Revilla who is station manager for TejanoFM
plays keyboard for them and I told him I would love to be on the
station and couple weeks later I was on the air.
SM: where does the D.J. LIGHTING come from?
Eddy: DJ Lightning came couple days before our first family gig. Me and
my brother where having some tacos with my dad in a resturant in
Chicago and we throw out potental DJ names the whole time we were there
and eventually my dad seen a painting on the restaurants wall and its
background had Lightning and there was the birth of DJ’s Thunder &
Lightning.
SC: it seems that you have been doing this for awhile, what has the new
technology done for DJ services such as from records to 8track and
cassettes to cds, and so forth?
Eddy: This new technology has helped DJ’s out a lot. When we first
started out we would carry boxes full of CD’s especially when it was
for a quinceniera we would have to carry Tejano, Merengue, Reggaeton,
Hip Hop, Norteno and so on and now you can have all that music and more
on a computer so im happy with this new technology.
SM; is there a certain gig that you worked which you remember the most?
Eddy: I will never forget when I Djed at “The official TTMA Fan Fair
After Party” at T-Town In San Antonio. It was my first gig in Texas the 1st night was the reunion DLG with Jay Perez. The place was packed.
SM: wow, I bet,what challenges do you encounter, if any, from working as an
online DJ versus other djs who work over real radio waves?
Eddy: I don’t see any challenges between the two.
SM: what is the future for tejano music in your opinion?
Eddy: Some people say tejano is dead. I think tejano has just been
born. The internet has and will continue to help la onda tejana y como
dicen buena musica no tiene frontera.
SM: is it harder for you to obtain your music being that you work on
the internet, or do the music companies and artists send you their
music just as they do to the radio stations?
Eddy: If I told you that information I would have to kill you!! Hahaha
Lets just say TejanoFM.com and its staff do a excellent job keeping up
with the new releases!
SM: please don’t say that, you know what happened to the last person that had this job. when you were a child did you ever think you would be doing what
you are doing now?
Eddy: I didn’t think I would be on the radio but I did know I would be
doing something to promote la musica tejana.
SM: what suggestions would have for anyone wanting to get into the
business?
Eddy: Do it for the music and not for yourself and everything will
eventually pay off. I have told Rolando its NOT eddyfm.com its
TejanoFM.com and thanks to its owner Mark Garcia and all its staff for
making it what it is today.
SM: if asked to speak with a group of young people what encouraging
words would you tell to them?
Eddy: Its getting dark out so ill make it short so you can get on your
way. Haha I would tell them what im sure people have told them before
just follow your dreams.
SM ; FINALY is there anything you would like to share con your fans
from around the world:
Eddy: Hahahaha sorry Ive never been told I have fans around the world.
Seriously though I enjoy meeting people on the grito box from all
across the USA and Mexico. I would like to tell them thanks for
choosing TejanoFM.com and thanks for joining us day in and day out.
SM: well Eddy now you do. again thanks again Eddy, will you push me on my bicycle so I can get rolling back on the freeway?
Eddy: sure, thank you Santa la que canta Cecilia and hope you stop by the
Grito Box one of these days and say hello to everyone!!
SM: I sure as I leave the sun San Anto , i can’t stop thinking on what
an enormous impact the internet has had in keeping la onda alive, I am
Santa la que canta Cecilia.
Cchwnn.
Alamo in San Antino,tx. Hello I am Santa la que canta Cecilia con an
on the road again interview. This time it takes us up to San anto again, where we will do an interview con a tejano.fm d.j.
named Eddy Hernandez aka D.J. LIGHTING. Now let’s get to that interview:
SC: hello eddy thanks for taking time from your job to do this
interview, can you assist me in getting off my bicycle cause my legs
are very sore from the long ride up here, can you please tell us, how in the world did you get into the DJ business and how long have you been in it?
Eddy: Ahi Cecilia no te vayas a caer. Hahaha well thank you for
traveling all this way its my pleasure. I’ve been Djing since I was 13
years old. Making a long story short. One Christmas my parents didn’t
know what to give me and my brother. They eventually decided on DJ
equipment. That lead to family and friend gigs and eventually
quincieneras, bodas, bautismos, public dances etc.
SM: how did you manage to get a job con Tejano FM network?
Eddy: Well there was an AD on Yahoo Jobs and here I’am hahaha just
kidding no my dad AKA Puro Tejano Productions booked Tejano Sound Band
for a dance and Rolando Revilla who is station manager for TejanoFM
plays keyboard for them and I told him I would love to be on the
station and couple weeks later I was on the air.
SM: where does the D.J. LIGHTING come from?
Eddy: DJ Lightning came couple days before our first family gig. Me and
my brother where having some tacos with my dad in a resturant in
Chicago and we throw out potental DJ names the whole time we were there
and eventually my dad seen a painting on the restaurants wall and its
background had Lightning and there was the birth of DJ’s Thunder &
Lightning.
SC: it seems that you have been doing this for awhile, what has the new
technology done for DJ services such as from records to 8track and
cassettes to cds, and so forth?
Eddy: This new technology has helped DJ’s out a lot. When we first
started out we would carry boxes full of CD’s especially when it was
for a quinceniera we would have to carry Tejano, Merengue, Reggaeton,
Hip Hop, Norteno and so on and now you can have all that music and more
on a computer so im happy with this new technology.
SM; is there a certain gig that you worked which you remember the most?
Eddy: I will never forget when I Djed at “The official TTMA Fan Fair
After Party” at T-Town In San Antonio. It was my first gig in Texas the 1st night was the reunion DLG with Jay Perez. The place was packed.
SM: wow, I bet,what challenges do you encounter, if any, from working as an
online DJ versus other djs who work over real radio waves?
Eddy: I don’t see any challenges between the two.
SM: what is the future for tejano music in your opinion?
Eddy: Some people say tejano is dead. I think tejano has just been
born. The internet has and will continue to help la onda tejana y como
dicen buena musica no tiene frontera.
SM: is it harder for you to obtain your music being that you work on
the internet, or do the music companies and artists send you their
music just as they do to the radio stations?
Eddy: If I told you that information I would have to kill you!! Hahaha
Lets just say TejanoFM.com and its staff do a excellent job keeping up
with the new releases!
SM: please don’t say that, you know what happened to the last person that had this job. when you were a child did you ever think you would be doing what
you are doing now?
Eddy: I didn’t think I would be on the radio but I did know I would be
doing something to promote la musica tejana.
SM: what suggestions would have for anyone wanting to get into the
business?
Eddy: Do it for the music and not for yourself and everything will
eventually pay off. I have told Rolando its NOT eddyfm.com its
TejanoFM.com and thanks to its owner Mark Garcia and all its staff for
making it what it is today.
SM: if asked to speak with a group of young people what encouraging
words would you tell to them?
Eddy: Its getting dark out so ill make it short so you can get on your
way. Haha I would tell them what im sure people have told them before
just follow your dreams.
SM ; FINALY is there anything you would like to share con your fans
from around the world:
Eddy: Hahahaha sorry Ive never been told I have fans around the world.
Seriously though I enjoy meeting people on the grito box from all
across the USA and Mexico. I would like to tell them thanks for
choosing TejanoFM.com and thanks for joining us day in and day out.
SM: well Eddy now you do. again thanks again Eddy, will you push me on my bicycle so I can get rolling back on the freeway?
Eddy: sure, thank you Santa la que canta Cecilia and hope you stop by the
Grito Box one of these days and say hello to everyone!!
SM: I sure as I leave the sun San Anto , i can’t stop thinking on what
an enormous impact the internet has had in keeping la onda alive, I am
Santa la que canta Cecilia.
INTERVIEW CON LOS CARANALES 2011
Exclusive interview con Los Carnales, Jerardo Lopez 2011.
Cchwnn.
Saginaw, Michigan. Hellllo it’s freezing up here and I am Santa la que canta Cecilie, con this interview del los Carnales, Jerardo Lopez. Let’s get to it now:
Sm: GEE MAN how cold can it get up here. My bicycle does not have cold weather tires, anyhow how are we doing?
JL: Hello Santa Maria, mighty nice of you to brave the
weather and ride your bike all the way up here to the northern country to interview us.
We are doing great and are currently in the process of releasing our next CD entitled "Beyond and Back" which should be available by the end of February. We have many projects in the works and are looking forward to 2011 and have plans to return to Texas to
promote the CD and perform for our fans thru out the state.
Sm: how long have you been en la onda tejana ?
JL: I have been in La Onda for about 20 yrs. and have been
with Los Carnales for about 5 yrs. We actually started out as a
hardcore 4 piece Conjunto band but we were missing the Tejano flavor
that we loved so we did what any Tejano/Conjunto loving band would
do.
we put our drummer on saxaphone, enlisted our current drummer and
a keyboard player and formed the Tejano/Conjunto band that we are
today. We still play both styles of music at our shows because people
up here in the north like to hear a mixture of Tejano and Conjunto at
the bailes.
It is actually beneficial for both of us cause the Raza
gets two styles of music with one band and we in turn get booked more
often because we give them what they want and everyone is pleased.
SM: What makes nuestra raza start their own Tejano/Conjunto band up
here so far in the Midwest?
JL: Tradition. We all come from musical backgrounds and grew up
listening to Tejano music. We had family members that either had their
own bands or just played an instrument and the music just grew on us,
it is like a way of life for us.
When we were kids we would go to the bailes and listen to the bands from
Texas performing and it just gave us more animo to start our own band. We all have our jobs but we look forward to the weekends so we can go out and perform for our Razita.
It gives us an adrenaline rush to be on stage doing what we love to do.
It's a tradition for us and we want to keep it going with our own kids
to keep la onda alive, be it up here in the north or down in Texas.
Tejano is here to stay!
SM: tell us a little bit about your Tejano/Conjunto members
and some of the locations you all jam at?
JL: On drums/lead vocals we have Albert Amador who is from
Pontiac Mi. and has played drums for over 30 yrs. with various bands
thru out the state. On keyboards we have David Arriaga who hails from
San Antonio Tx. and has also played with many bands incuding the Hot
Tamales and Liberty Band and many local bands. On accordian/vocals we
have Isaac "Champ" Garcia who has played with many local bands and also played with Jay Perez for a while. On Saxophone/vocals we have "Mr.
Sexy" Jerardo Lopez Jr. who was the original drummer for the band and
has also played with other local bands.
On Bajo we have Isaih Garcia who has also played with other local bands. And last but not least, you have me, Jerardo Lopez Sr. on bass/vocals and i've put in my time with many bands also.
We perform on weekends anywhere from Saginaw to Detroit, Lansing, Toledo Ohio, Chicago Ill., Dallas Tx., Houston Tx. ,San Antonio Tx. and all places in between.
SM: since you have been in the business for awhile how has it changed
since you started en la onda?
JL: There were a lot more Tejano clubs to perform at here in the
state back when i started out playing. Now there are a lot more Banda/
Duranguense clubs thru out the state and i can’t say it hasn't taken
it's toll on us pero seguimos la lucha to keep our onda alive.
There were times when we were approached to perform at these clubs if we
would be willing to change our format but we decided against it and
stayed with what we love to play. Tejano is making a strong comeback
over this way tho and there are a lot of good Tejano/ Conjunto bands coming out of Michigan.
SM: what is most difficult problem up here in keeping la onda alive?
JL: The problem in keeping la onda alive up here is just
trying to keep the younger generation interested. You have to get them
on your side and get their support cause they will be the next ones to
determine the future of Tejano up here. They will be the ones
supporting the clubs and the bands and we gotta get them involved and
get their support to keep la onda going for generations to come.
SM: do you do much traveling during the cold seasons or do you wait till the spring and it’s a lot more warmer?
JL: No hombre, a little snow dont bother us, we're used to it. If
we have a job to do it doesn't matter if there's a blizzard out, we get
out there con las palas and do what we gotta do. We are a band that is
very dedicated to what we do and we do it rain/snow or shine.
SM : I am not sure if you were aware, but I am an ex migrant worker,
during the migrant seasons lots of conjuntos from down here go there,
have you had the chances to jam with any other conjunto from tejas
lately?
JL: Yes, we've had the pleasure of performing with Michael Salgado,
Jessie Serrata, Eddie Gonzales and many more artists and are currently
in negotiations to be the back up band for a top male vocalist from San
Antonio in September of this year.
SM: how much air time do you get on the radio or on line radio, and
what stations are we on?
JL: With our first cd we were and are still getting air play on
numerous internet stations including B-Net, Tejanofm and Texmexfm just
to name a few and we get air play on kxtn and keda just to mention a
few radio stations. We have a single that we recently released from our
new cd and it is too early yet to see what kind of air play we are
getting but we have had great response to the song which is entitled
"No Soy Jugete"
SM; CAN you share any stories of a time when you guys almost didn’t
make it to place you were schedule to perform due to bad weather?
JL: I can honestly say that there has never been a time when we
didn't make it to a performance due to weather conditions. Now there
have been some times when we almost didn’t make it home for other
reasons....but thats another story!
SM: I bet , we have a question that we always ask and that is what encouragingwords would you use if given the chance to speak to a group of youngpeople?
JL: Finish school and set goals for yourself. Go to college if at all
possible. We need more latinos/latinas in leadership positions. You can
accomplish great things if you are persistent and determined to do so.
SM: let me thank you for your time you have given us, is there anything
you would like to share with your friends in the states (ONDAman)?
JL: Yes, be on the lookout for our new cd to be released by the end of
February and keep on supporting Tejano music, your local Tejano clubs,
Radio stations, Bands, DJ's, Magazines, Newspapers and everything
Tejano in general. "Keep La Onda Alive"
SM; we say thanks again, say do you have any hot choc or a drink to
keep me warm as I plan on hitting the road again?
JL: As a matter of fact I've got some of abuelitas hot chocolate
warming up on the stove right now, add a little brandy to it and you'll
be whistling and cantado all the way back to Texas!
SM: as I try to wipe the snow and ice from my face and mustaches its
hard to realize que this conjuntos really have to try real hard in
getting to gigs in this cold weather. We are proud of them and let them
know que they are the back bone of la onda tejana, I am SANTA la que canta Cecilia .
Cchwnn.
Saginaw, Michigan. Hellllo it’s freezing up here and I am Santa la que canta Cecilie, con this interview del los Carnales, Jerardo Lopez. Let’s get to it now:
Sm: GEE MAN how cold can it get up here. My bicycle does not have cold weather tires, anyhow how are we doing?
JL: Hello Santa Maria, mighty nice of you to brave the
weather and ride your bike all the way up here to the northern country to interview us.
We are doing great and are currently in the process of releasing our next CD entitled "Beyond and Back" which should be available by the end of February. We have many projects in the works and are looking forward to 2011 and have plans to return to Texas to
promote the CD and perform for our fans thru out the state.
Sm: how long have you been en la onda tejana ?
JL: I have been in La Onda for about 20 yrs. and have been
with Los Carnales for about 5 yrs. We actually started out as a
hardcore 4 piece Conjunto band but we were missing the Tejano flavor
that we loved so we did what any Tejano/Conjunto loving band would
do.
we put our drummer on saxaphone, enlisted our current drummer and
a keyboard player and formed the Tejano/Conjunto band that we are
today. We still play both styles of music at our shows because people
up here in the north like to hear a mixture of Tejano and Conjunto at
the bailes.
It is actually beneficial for both of us cause the Raza
gets two styles of music with one band and we in turn get booked more
often because we give them what they want and everyone is pleased.
SM: What makes nuestra raza start their own Tejano/Conjunto band up
here so far in the Midwest?
JL: Tradition. We all come from musical backgrounds and grew up
listening to Tejano music. We had family members that either had their
own bands or just played an instrument and the music just grew on us,
it is like a way of life for us.
When we were kids we would go to the bailes and listen to the bands from
Texas performing and it just gave us more animo to start our own band. We all have our jobs but we look forward to the weekends so we can go out and perform for our Razita.
It gives us an adrenaline rush to be on stage doing what we love to do.
It's a tradition for us and we want to keep it going with our own kids
to keep la onda alive, be it up here in the north or down in Texas.
Tejano is here to stay!
SM: tell us a little bit about your Tejano/Conjunto members
and some of the locations you all jam at?
JL: On drums/lead vocals we have Albert Amador who is from
Pontiac Mi. and has played drums for over 30 yrs. with various bands
thru out the state. On keyboards we have David Arriaga who hails from
San Antonio Tx. and has also played with many bands incuding the Hot
Tamales and Liberty Band and many local bands. On accordian/vocals we
have Isaac "Champ" Garcia who has played with many local bands and also played with Jay Perez for a while. On Saxophone/vocals we have "Mr.
Sexy" Jerardo Lopez Jr. who was the original drummer for the band and
has also played with other local bands.
On Bajo we have Isaih Garcia who has also played with other local bands. And last but not least, you have me, Jerardo Lopez Sr. on bass/vocals and i've put in my time with many bands also.
We perform on weekends anywhere from Saginaw to Detroit, Lansing, Toledo Ohio, Chicago Ill., Dallas Tx., Houston Tx. ,San Antonio Tx. and all places in between.
SM: since you have been in the business for awhile how has it changed
since you started en la onda?
JL: There were a lot more Tejano clubs to perform at here in the
state back when i started out playing. Now there are a lot more Banda/
Duranguense clubs thru out the state and i can’t say it hasn't taken
it's toll on us pero seguimos la lucha to keep our onda alive.
There were times when we were approached to perform at these clubs if we
would be willing to change our format but we decided against it and
stayed with what we love to play. Tejano is making a strong comeback
over this way tho and there are a lot of good Tejano/ Conjunto bands coming out of Michigan.
SM: what is most difficult problem up here in keeping la onda alive?
JL: The problem in keeping la onda alive up here is just
trying to keep the younger generation interested. You have to get them
on your side and get their support cause they will be the next ones to
determine the future of Tejano up here. They will be the ones
supporting the clubs and the bands and we gotta get them involved and
get their support to keep la onda going for generations to come.
SM: do you do much traveling during the cold seasons or do you wait till the spring and it’s a lot more warmer?
JL: No hombre, a little snow dont bother us, we're used to it. If
we have a job to do it doesn't matter if there's a blizzard out, we get
out there con las palas and do what we gotta do. We are a band that is
very dedicated to what we do and we do it rain/snow or shine.
SM : I am not sure if you were aware, but I am an ex migrant worker,
during the migrant seasons lots of conjuntos from down here go there,
have you had the chances to jam with any other conjunto from tejas
lately?
JL: Yes, we've had the pleasure of performing with Michael Salgado,
Jessie Serrata, Eddie Gonzales and many more artists and are currently
in negotiations to be the back up band for a top male vocalist from San
Antonio in September of this year.
SM: how much air time do you get on the radio or on line radio, and
what stations are we on?
JL: With our first cd we were and are still getting air play on
numerous internet stations including B-Net, Tejanofm and Texmexfm just
to name a few and we get air play on kxtn and keda just to mention a
few radio stations. We have a single that we recently released from our
new cd and it is too early yet to see what kind of air play we are
getting but we have had great response to the song which is entitled
"No Soy Jugete"
SM; CAN you share any stories of a time when you guys almost didn’t
make it to place you were schedule to perform due to bad weather?
JL: I can honestly say that there has never been a time when we
didn't make it to a performance due to weather conditions. Now there
have been some times when we almost didn’t make it home for other
reasons....but thats another story!
SM: I bet , we have a question that we always ask and that is what encouragingwords would you use if given the chance to speak to a group of youngpeople?
JL: Finish school and set goals for yourself. Go to college if at all
possible. We need more latinos/latinas in leadership positions. You can
accomplish great things if you are persistent and determined to do so.
SM: let me thank you for your time you have given us, is there anything
you would like to share with your friends in the states (ONDAman)?
JL: Yes, be on the lookout for our new cd to be released by the end of
February and keep on supporting Tejano music, your local Tejano clubs,
Radio stations, Bands, DJ's, Magazines, Newspapers and everything
Tejano in general. "Keep La Onda Alive"
SM; we say thanks again, say do you have any hot choc or a drink to
keep me warm as I plan on hitting the road again?
JL: As a matter of fact I've got some of abuelitas hot chocolate
warming up on the stove right now, add a little brandy to it and you'll
be whistling and cantado all the way back to Texas!
SM: as I try to wipe the snow and ice from my face and mustaches its
hard to realize que this conjuntos really have to try real hard in
getting to gigs in this cold weather. We are proud of them and let them
know que they are the back bone of la onda tejana, I am SANTA la que canta Cecilia .
TONY HAM gUERRERO OUR BARRIO PERSON OF THE YEAR 2010
Barrio person of the year for 2010, Tony Ham Guerrero.
Cchwnn.
Kingsville, tx. Hello again mi Raza I am Gloria Guerra con our 2010 BARRIO PERSON OF THE YEAR AWARD. The person we selected was MR. TONY HAM GUERRERO. There are several reason why we here and you there picked Mr. Guerrero. Tony is a person not short of comments and has been a leader en la onda tejana for the longest time. His time and effort to keep la onda alive has been demonstrated in his professionalism and his ability to keep coming up con new ideas and musical material.
His leadership and input into la onda Tejanas has inspired thousands of young people and thrilled the millions of fans con his band LA TORTILLA FACTORY AND HIS FRIEND BOBBY BUTLER.
Our salute to MR. TONY HAM GUERRERO, as our “Barrio Person of The Year for 2010.
Daniel lopez
The creator,c/s.
Cchwnn.
Kingsville, tx. Hello again mi Raza I am Gloria Guerra con our 2010 BARRIO PERSON OF THE YEAR AWARD. The person we selected was MR. TONY HAM GUERRERO. There are several reason why we here and you there picked Mr. Guerrero. Tony is a person not short of comments and has been a leader en la onda tejana for the longest time. His time and effort to keep la onda alive has been demonstrated in his professionalism and his ability to keep coming up con new ideas and musical material.
His leadership and input into la onda Tejanas has inspired thousands of young people and thrilled the millions of fans con his band LA TORTILLA FACTORY AND HIS FRIEND BOBBY BUTLER.
Our salute to MR. TONY HAM GUERRERO, as our “Barrio Person of The Year for 2010.
Daniel lopez
The creator,c/s.
INTERVIEW CON DAVID LEE GARZA 2011
Exclusive interview con David Lee Garza.
Cchwnn.
Somewhere in Poteet, Texas. Hi my name is Santa Maria. I am the new person that has been assigned to do ON THE ROAD AGAIN INTERVIEWS. Today we are here con that more than famous tejano, David Lee Garza. Let’s get to that interview.
SM: hello Mr. Garza how are we doing, and I hope I wasn’t too late for this interview, my bicycle had a flat tire?
David: Doing OK thanks and no your not late.I have to be at Eagle Lane bowling alley by 7pm but we are good on time I even had time to eat me a small bowl of ice cream while I was waiting for you.
SM: David since the last time we interviewed you sir, there have been some major changes to your band, can you update us on that?
David: The one change that stands out is with our lead singer leaving the band. Mark Ledesma had been with us about 9 yrs and I think that is the longest any singer or vocalist has put up with me lol. Let me say that he did a great job all these years just like all the cats that have come through our University we don't have any complaints just great memories.
SM: How tuff is if to find new band members who match the chemistry with present members?
David: It takes a while because you just don't replace anyone person with just another person. This last time it took me or us about 6 weeks to find the next vocalist for the band. I had 36 men and a few women send in bio's along with a cd so when you have that many people to listen too it takes a while and its not easy to find one with that many choices. Let me just go on and say that they were all good singers/vocalist but it took a while for me to decide what sound I felt was good for the band and our fans. Of course not every fan will agree with whom I select but so far I haven't had many or any complaints and I will say it does take a little time for all of us to adjust to a new voice.
SM: it is fair and easy to say that David Lee Garza y los Musicales is a band that has developed a lot of professional singers? What is your feeling about this?
David: I don't compare ourselves to El Gran Conjunto Bernal (You have heard of them right Santa Maria?) but Ram was the 1st vocalist to leave us and then came Emilio and he left I said to myself self the same thing happened to El Conjunto Bernal. They just kept producing lead vocalist after lead vocalist and they never gave up so why should I give up? Its not my fault I cant sing. :( So the rest is history in the making.) (Do I sound un poquito sangron bloody?)
SM; What changes if any, does the band have to make to accommodate a new member?
David: Well we go through an adaptation period. (is that a word adaptation?) We work on getting use to him and he does the same. We have to make him feel comfortable with us so that we can bring the best out in him. So far Ben Ozuna has been doing very good adjusting. I tell everyone that ask me, How is Ben doing and put it this way. Everyone that has come through los Musicales is coming from bands that do gigs around where they live. Then they come into the big league and its actually a learning experience for both of us from their on.
SM: what are your plans for 2011 for David Lee Garza y Los Musicales ?
David: Well first of all we have to get into the recording studio (because we have been dragging our azz I was saying for the past going on 2 yrs.) In this business in order for any band to survive or just stay afloat it has to put out at the very least 1 cd per year like we use to do in the hey day of Tejano. I personally think we have all gotten lazy when it comes to that and of course the big company's are not here to pick up the tab which makes it harder on all of us.
SM: if a person trying to start a conjunto and came to you seeking your advice, what are some things that you would recommend?
David: I would tell them to get ready to practice and have lots of patience because right now is not the best time to get into the entertainment business. Everyone is struggling and I mean everybody in any business not just in the music business.
SM; David on your travels throughout the states, do you see any differences with fans that come and watch the band from state to state?
David: No actually they are pretty much the same all over the US and Mexico. They just want to take a picture and get to talk to you because we don't make it out to the other states and other country's like we do here in Texas. They are very friendly and courtious when it comes to asking for an autograph or to take a picture. I get lots of fans telling me Sorry to bother you but I always tell them no bother thats why we are here for you guys.
SM; and finally David are there any words you would like to share with your fans throughout the world?
David: Just thank all our fans from the bottom of our hearts for supporting our music throughout the years. I would not be doing this interview with such a sweet lady on a bike with a flat tire (which i will help you fix as soon as we finish up here) if it wasn't for all the loyal fans that have stood and supported us all these years. Again thank you so much for your time Santa Maria and if it gets cold on the way back home you best get a room right down hwy 16 and 97 at the Holiday Inn Express because its gonna get very cold tonight and I don't want you to have another flat tire and then you calling me in the middle of the night to go help you fix your tire. JK
SM: thanks again David can you give me a hand and a little push to get started on this bicycle? Perhaps you can spare me a can of "Fix-A-Flat" while you're at it
David: I will do better than that I will take you down to Ramos Tire Shop here in Poteet and have them put some real Fix-A-flat that ought to get you at least to Alice TX and then your on your own lol. Thank you for making the trip but next time wear some pants if your doing the bike thing...............Bye
SM: as I peddle away, I can’t forget that this great man has been in the music business for a long time and how wonderful it is that he has managed to stay on top throughout the years. Santa Maria here.
Cchwnn.
Somewhere in Poteet, Texas. Hi my name is Santa Maria. I am the new person that has been assigned to do ON THE ROAD AGAIN INTERVIEWS. Today we are here con that more than famous tejano, David Lee Garza. Let’s get to that interview.
SM: hello Mr. Garza how are we doing, and I hope I wasn’t too late for this interview, my bicycle had a flat tire?
David: Doing OK thanks and no your not late.I have to be at Eagle Lane bowling alley by 7pm but we are good on time I even had time to eat me a small bowl of ice cream while I was waiting for you.
SM: David since the last time we interviewed you sir, there have been some major changes to your band, can you update us on that?
David: The one change that stands out is with our lead singer leaving the band. Mark Ledesma had been with us about 9 yrs and I think that is the longest any singer or vocalist has put up with me lol. Let me say that he did a great job all these years just like all the cats that have come through our University we don't have any complaints just great memories.
SM: How tuff is if to find new band members who match the chemistry with present members?
David: It takes a while because you just don't replace anyone person with just another person. This last time it took me or us about 6 weeks to find the next vocalist for the band. I had 36 men and a few women send in bio's along with a cd so when you have that many people to listen too it takes a while and its not easy to find one with that many choices. Let me just go on and say that they were all good singers/vocalist but it took a while for me to decide what sound I felt was good for the band and our fans. Of course not every fan will agree with whom I select but so far I haven't had many or any complaints and I will say it does take a little time for all of us to adjust to a new voice.
SM: it is fair and easy to say that David Lee Garza y los Musicales is a band that has developed a lot of professional singers? What is your feeling about this?
David: I don't compare ourselves to El Gran Conjunto Bernal (You have heard of them right Santa Maria?) but Ram was the 1st vocalist to leave us and then came Emilio and he left I said to myself self the same thing happened to El Conjunto Bernal. They just kept producing lead vocalist after lead vocalist and they never gave up so why should I give up? Its not my fault I cant sing. :( So the rest is history in the making.) (Do I sound un poquito sangron bloody?)
SM; What changes if any, does the band have to make to accommodate a new member?
David: Well we go through an adaptation period. (is that a word adaptation?) We work on getting use to him and he does the same. We have to make him feel comfortable with us so that we can bring the best out in him. So far Ben Ozuna has been doing very good adjusting. I tell everyone that ask me, How is Ben doing and put it this way. Everyone that has come through los Musicales is coming from bands that do gigs around where they live. Then they come into the big league and its actually a learning experience for both of us from their on.
SM: what are your plans for 2011 for David Lee Garza y Los Musicales ?
David: Well first of all we have to get into the recording studio (because we have been dragging our azz I was saying for the past going on 2 yrs.) In this business in order for any band to survive or just stay afloat it has to put out at the very least 1 cd per year like we use to do in the hey day of Tejano. I personally think we have all gotten lazy when it comes to that and of course the big company's are not here to pick up the tab which makes it harder on all of us.
SM: if a person trying to start a conjunto and came to you seeking your advice, what are some things that you would recommend?
David: I would tell them to get ready to practice and have lots of patience because right now is not the best time to get into the entertainment business. Everyone is struggling and I mean everybody in any business not just in the music business.
SM; David on your travels throughout the states, do you see any differences with fans that come and watch the band from state to state?
David: No actually they are pretty much the same all over the US and Mexico. They just want to take a picture and get to talk to you because we don't make it out to the other states and other country's like we do here in Texas. They are very friendly and courtious when it comes to asking for an autograph or to take a picture. I get lots of fans telling me Sorry to bother you but I always tell them no bother thats why we are here for you guys.
SM; and finally David are there any words you would like to share with your fans throughout the world?
David: Just thank all our fans from the bottom of our hearts for supporting our music throughout the years. I would not be doing this interview with such a sweet lady on a bike with a flat tire (which i will help you fix as soon as we finish up here) if it wasn't for all the loyal fans that have stood and supported us all these years. Again thank you so much for your time Santa Maria and if it gets cold on the way back home you best get a room right down hwy 16 and 97 at the Holiday Inn Express because its gonna get very cold tonight and I don't want you to have another flat tire and then you calling me in the middle of the night to go help you fix your tire. JK
SM: thanks again David can you give me a hand and a little push to get started on this bicycle? Perhaps you can spare me a can of "Fix-A-Flat" while you're at it
David: I will do better than that I will take you down to Ramos Tire Shop here in Poteet and have them put some real Fix-A-flat that ought to get you at least to Alice TX and then your on your own lol. Thank you for making the trip but next time wear some pants if your doing the bike thing...............Bye
SM: as I peddle away, I can’t forget that this great man has been in the music business for a long time and how wonderful it is that he has managed to stay on top throughout the years. Santa Maria here.
INTERVIEW CON DWAYNE VERHEYDEN TEXMEXLO
EXCLISIVE INTERVIEW CON DWAYNE VERHEYDEN.
Hello my name is Gloria Guerra and I presently recovering for that long flight her in the Netherlands. We will make our interview available in Dutch at the conclusion of this interview. We are interview con Dwayne Verheyden. Let us now get to that interview:
GG: I hope you realize it was long flight here and my arms a bit sore?
Dwayne: Yes of course I can understand that. I went 2 times to Texas and I know it’s a very long flight.
GG: on my flight over here I was thinking how in the world de Tejano music reach this far, can you give me a little background on how you got hooked into la onda Tejana?
Dwayne: Yes, since I’ve been born, I hear Tex Mex music. Because my dad always listened to Flaco Jiménez his music. So I grew up with it.
GG: noticing that you have been jamming with a
Piano accordion for a long time and then you switched over to the button accordion, what is the difference and what the change?
Dwayne: According to my own experience, I can play faster on a button accordion, because the buttons are closer to each other. When you’re used to a button accordion, you can play a lot of things easier then on a piano accordion.
GG: how did it feel to have performed with a Flaco Jiménez and your feelings towards him now that you met him and a dream come true?
Dwayne: It was the best moment in my life. It was very special to perform on stage with my idol. Seeing the fact that I was listening to his music since I’ve been born. He is a very humble and special man to me. After I met and performed with Flaco in June 2008, in The Netherlands , the contact between him and me started growing. A couple of months later, I recorded 2 songs with Flaco and Max Baca here in the Netherlands. After I went to Texas for the first time in October 2009. I met Flaco in the hotel where I stayed. It was fantastic! In May 2010 I went to Texas with my band to record our first album, also together with Flaco and Max. And to play at the TCF. On the same day that we played, I performed with Flaco for the second time. That was amazing!
GG: after seeing some of your performances on your website and YouTube, how did you manage to find musicians to make up conjunto of yours? And can you share a bit of back ground on them?
Dwayne: After I played with Flaco for the first time in 2008, he told me through the phone that I had to start my own band. So I began to play with my cousin Geert on guitar. Later on I started to search for a base guitar player and a drummer. Geert played already in a Rockband together with a base guitar player Lynyrd. He liked the Tex Mex music, so from then on I had a base guitar player as well.
While playing with the 3 of us, we bumped into Jacque who became our drummer. He used to play a well knowned band here in the Netherlands.
When you want to play the Tex Mex music like he needs to be played, you need a bajo sexto. So after a few months, Geert bought himself a bajo sexto, now the band Dwayne and the TexMeXplosion was complete.
GG: can you express your feelings on how well you were accepted in Texas the last time you visited us there?
Dwayne: It is amazing! When we played at the TCF, the people went crazy, I felt like a real popstar! They told me that they really appreciate that somebody from the Netherlands is playing their music. I love the people from Texas.
GG: what are some of your plans for 2011 and when you plan on returning to Texas and the states?
Dwayne: I hope I can make it to the Tejano Conjunto Festival this year. Or to play at some other places in Texas.
GG: Dwayne what do think people in Netherlands and other place you have perform, think when they hear your group perform and in a tejano matter (Spanish)?
Dwayne: They love the Tex Mex music. Also they like that young guys like us, play this kind of music.
GG: as a child did you ever think you would have done accomplished what you have so far?
Dwayne: No, never.
GG: Dwayne if given a chance to speak with a group of young people, what encouraging words you say?
Dwayne: I would say, if you want to reach a certain goal, you have to go for it!
GG: as we come to an end of this interview Dwayne, is there anything that you will like to share with your fans from around the world?
Dwayne: I want to thank everybody in the world for supporting me and for listening my music. For the people in Texas: I hope I can make it to the Festival this year, that would be great. Especially I want to thank Flaco for everything he did for me! And that´s a lot.
GG: again Dwayne thanks for the interview and now can we go an check out some of your country sites?
Dwayne: It was my pleasure, I wish you all the best, have fun here, and a safe trip back home! Thank you.
GG: as I plan to board a plane back to Texas it feels good knowing que la onda is worldwide, wow it feels great to be tejano, I am Gloria Guerra.
Hello my name is Gloria Guerra and I presently recovering for that long flight her in the Netherlands. We will make our interview available in Dutch at the conclusion of this interview. We are interview con Dwayne Verheyden. Let us now get to that interview:
GG: I hope you realize it was long flight here and my arms a bit sore?
Dwayne: Yes of course I can understand that. I went 2 times to Texas and I know it’s a very long flight.
GG: on my flight over here I was thinking how in the world de Tejano music reach this far, can you give me a little background on how you got hooked into la onda Tejana?
Dwayne: Yes, since I’ve been born, I hear Tex Mex music. Because my dad always listened to Flaco Jiménez his music. So I grew up with it.
GG: noticing that you have been jamming with a
Piano accordion for a long time and then you switched over to the button accordion, what is the difference and what the change?
Dwayne: According to my own experience, I can play faster on a button accordion, because the buttons are closer to each other. When you’re used to a button accordion, you can play a lot of things easier then on a piano accordion.
GG: how did it feel to have performed with a Flaco Jiménez and your feelings towards him now that you met him and a dream come true?
Dwayne: It was the best moment in my life. It was very special to perform on stage with my idol. Seeing the fact that I was listening to his music since I’ve been born. He is a very humble and special man to me. After I met and performed with Flaco in June 2008, in The Netherlands , the contact between him and me started growing. A couple of months later, I recorded 2 songs with Flaco and Max Baca here in the Netherlands. After I went to Texas for the first time in October 2009. I met Flaco in the hotel where I stayed. It was fantastic! In May 2010 I went to Texas with my band to record our first album, also together with Flaco and Max. And to play at the TCF. On the same day that we played, I performed with Flaco for the second time. That was amazing!
GG: after seeing some of your performances on your website and YouTube, how did you manage to find musicians to make up conjunto of yours? And can you share a bit of back ground on them?
Dwayne: After I played with Flaco for the first time in 2008, he told me through the phone that I had to start my own band. So I began to play with my cousin Geert on guitar. Later on I started to search for a base guitar player and a drummer. Geert played already in a Rockband together with a base guitar player Lynyrd. He liked the Tex Mex music, so from then on I had a base guitar player as well.
While playing with the 3 of us, we bumped into Jacque who became our drummer. He used to play a well knowned band here in the Netherlands.
When you want to play the Tex Mex music like he needs to be played, you need a bajo sexto. So after a few months, Geert bought himself a bajo sexto, now the band Dwayne and the TexMeXplosion was complete.
GG: can you express your feelings on how well you were accepted in Texas the last time you visited us there?
Dwayne: It is amazing! When we played at the TCF, the people went crazy, I felt like a real popstar! They told me that they really appreciate that somebody from the Netherlands is playing their music. I love the people from Texas.
GG: what are some of your plans for 2011 and when you plan on returning to Texas and the states?
Dwayne: I hope I can make it to the Tejano Conjunto Festival this year. Or to play at some other places in Texas.
GG: Dwayne what do think people in Netherlands and other place you have perform, think when they hear your group perform and in a tejano matter (Spanish)?
Dwayne: They love the Tex Mex music. Also they like that young guys like us, play this kind of music.
GG: as a child did you ever think you would have done accomplished what you have so far?
Dwayne: No, never.
GG: Dwayne if given a chance to speak with a group of young people, what encouraging words you say?
Dwayne: I would say, if you want to reach a certain goal, you have to go for it!
GG: as we come to an end of this interview Dwayne, is there anything that you will like to share with your fans from around the world?
Dwayne: I want to thank everybody in the world for supporting me and for listening my music. For the people in Texas: I hope I can make it to the Festival this year, that would be great. Especially I want to thank Flaco for everything he did for me! And that´s a lot.
GG: again Dwayne thanks for the interview and now can we go an check out some of your country sites?
Dwayne: It was my pleasure, I wish you all the best, have fun here, and a safe trip back home! Thank you.
GG: as I plan to board a plane back to Texas it feels good knowing que la onda is worldwide, wow it feels great to be tejano, I am Gloria Guerra.
interview con DA KRAZY PIMPZ 2011
Exclusive interview with the DA KRAZY PIMPZ,2011.
CCHWNN.
Eagle pass, tx. Hello my name is Veronica la you know what con “ on the road again interview” and I have been assigned to travel here to Eagle Pass, Texas and believe it or not to interview those vato’s with the classy conjunto outfits DA KRAZY PIMPZ. We will be interviewing Eddie, Before we do that we want to let Blanca know que we miss her and wish her a safe trip back to our world and now back to our interview:
Ver: hello Eddie I want to thank you and the band for your time in doing this interview, believe it or not it didn’t take too much time to get here on horseback?
Ed: First of all, thank you so much for taking the time to take the trip down here to Eagle Pass, TX. its usually hotter in the summer, gets to around 115 degrees!! U made it at just the right time!
Ver: can you give a little background on your musical career?
ED: Sure, I start playing the accordion when I was 12 years old, my dad Hector introduced me to this great instrument, he was a member of an "old school" artist band named Carlos Miranda back in the day. I started picking up different instruments while I was in High School band and Jazz Band like the Bass, Drums, Guitar, but the Accordion was most challenging so I kept at it and joined several bands for a couple of years until I started playing at a professional levelwith Gary Hobbs, playing accordion and keyboards with him for a year, after my one year Tejano Lesson I had the opportunity to join the Conjunto Genre with my childhood neighbors "Los Garcia Bros" invited me to play accordion with them after the passing of the great conjunto legend "Jimmy Garcia" Passed.. I recorded and arranged 5 albums in 4 great years with them..
after several unresolvable differences I decided to branch out on my own to create the band I have now which is "Da Krazy Pimpz", soon after Gary and his son Gary Lee from AMMX Records signed us to a record deal which we are currently fullfuilling.. We are currently on our 4th CD as we speak..
Ver: where did the name DA KRAZY PIMPZ come from and are you really a bit crazy or a pimp, lol?
ED: LOL.. We came up with the concept while brainstorming for something new, creative, and most importantly, a name that will turn heads and catch attention.. nowadays its hard to stand out,, there's so many good talented bands but for some reason dont have the name or concept to stand out.. didnt wanna fall in that catergory.. also since we used the Zoot Suits with the prior band,, we wanted to implement a suit but not the same type of Pachuco Suit.. something colorful and Krazy!! We looked online and the first thing that came up was the Pimp Suits.. It was a quick choice once I saw those suits!! They were Krazy!! so upon came "Da Krazy Pimpz"!!
Ver: I am more than sure that you have heard this before but how is your cloth designer and how much does a single outfit cost in order to keep this fantasy image of DA KRAZY PIMPZ, if you can share this with us?
ED: Sure.. we currently have two sponsors from which we get our suits.. www.pimphats.com and www.ninedeep.com. A custom suit can run you anywhere from $200-$600..
Ver: what is your fan responds to your image and do any of them follow your style ?
ED: The fan response has been awesome! Once we enter the venues the flashes start, people want to take pictures with you, nothing but love!! And yes we have fans from several cities around Texas that follow us every weekend taking their pimp gear.. we also sell pimp hats and DKP shirts with our merchandise so fans always take a memory from that night..
Ver: will you give us a brief breakdown on what are the plans for 2011?
ED: We are very excited about this new year,, we have a brand new CD, entitled "Los Reyes Del Conjunto".. This CD is by far our best one in my opinion and comes very more mature as far as material and arrangements.. Later on this month we have a trip to the Gulf of Mexico on the "Tejano Cruise" VERY EXCITED on going on a cruise ship for the first time.. we will play along with great artists like Jay Perez, Los Chamacos, and Eddie Gonzales.. Then in February we are doing a tour to the State of Colorado on Valentines weekend, then to Florida in March.. We also got an offer to do a trip to China in August which is still in the works.. That would be something else!! lol
Ver: I listened to several cuts on your web site of your music and it seems that you got a bit of border town style de muscia, does living and raised along the border play an important influence on your style?
Ed: Fijate que yes it does, here in the border the cumbia is very strong and the spanish language is a must if u live here!! lol..
Most Conjunto bands buddies of ours dont play alot of cumbias in their sets.. thats one thing we do impliment in our style both the conjunto and cumbia..
Ver: as a child Eddie who were you the conjuntos and bands that made you want to be a tejano super star?
ED: Great question,, my inspiration was very diverse, The great "Esteban Jordan", Ricky Muñoz of Intocable, Jaime De Anda, Albert Zamora, The Beatles, George Strait, Fito Olivares, La Mafia, cumbia bands like Pegasso, Zaaz..
Ver: if given the opportunity to speak to a group of young people what encouraging words would you use?
ED: School is important!! Finish School, follow your dreams.. never give up,, there will be people that r gonna think otherwise and wanna bring you down but if you really have wat it takes and believe it in your heart Go For It!! Music is beautiful but the business part is ugly!! lol just keep that in mind and always be creative with your work.. always try to make your own original style.. dont copy too much.. and always play from the heart con sentimiento!!
Ver: and finally ED is there any words you would want to share with your fans around the world?
ED: Sure saludos a todos los fans de DKP that have written to us from Egypt, Iraq, Korea.. especially our armed forces that follow our music.. Toda mi gente de Mexico que nos sigue and everyone who has had the opportunity to check us out live around Texas and states like Florida, California, Arizona, Idaho, Washington, Illinois, Indiana.. We love you guys.. los queremos muchisimo!!.. and we will be here for as long as we have the energy and strength that the lord has given us to keep on..
Ver: well thanks again and I have to get back on that saddle again and head back to Kingsville, would you mind giving me a hand?
ED: LOL Sure why not!! Saludos a todos and dont forget to pick up our new CD "Los Reyes Del Conjunto" under AMMX Records.. and request our new Single "Enamorado De Ti" which is also our brand new Video.. yall can check it out on YouTube.. info-www.dakrazypimpz.com
Ver: as I ride away from the western sun in a dusty town of Eagle Pass, now I know why Blanca loved this job, it’s the devoted people that risks their lives on the road to bring their music to US world wide , in this case the classy act of los DA KRAZY PIMPZ, I AM VERNOICA.
CCHWNN.
Eagle pass, tx. Hello my name is Veronica la you know what con “ on the road again interview” and I have been assigned to travel here to Eagle Pass, Texas and believe it or not to interview those vato’s with the classy conjunto outfits DA KRAZY PIMPZ. We will be interviewing Eddie, Before we do that we want to let Blanca know que we miss her and wish her a safe trip back to our world and now back to our interview:
Ver: hello Eddie I want to thank you and the band for your time in doing this interview, believe it or not it didn’t take too much time to get here on horseback?
Ed: First of all, thank you so much for taking the time to take the trip down here to Eagle Pass, TX. its usually hotter in the summer, gets to around 115 degrees!! U made it at just the right time!
Ver: can you give a little background on your musical career?
ED: Sure, I start playing the accordion when I was 12 years old, my dad Hector introduced me to this great instrument, he was a member of an "old school" artist band named Carlos Miranda back in the day. I started picking up different instruments while I was in High School band and Jazz Band like the Bass, Drums, Guitar, but the Accordion was most challenging so I kept at it and joined several bands for a couple of years until I started playing at a professional levelwith Gary Hobbs, playing accordion and keyboards with him for a year, after my one year Tejano Lesson I had the opportunity to join the Conjunto Genre with my childhood neighbors "Los Garcia Bros" invited me to play accordion with them after the passing of the great conjunto legend "Jimmy Garcia" Passed.. I recorded and arranged 5 albums in 4 great years with them..
after several unresolvable differences I decided to branch out on my own to create the band I have now which is "Da Krazy Pimpz", soon after Gary and his son Gary Lee from AMMX Records signed us to a record deal which we are currently fullfuilling.. We are currently on our 4th CD as we speak..
Ver: where did the name DA KRAZY PIMPZ come from and are you really a bit crazy or a pimp, lol?
ED: LOL.. We came up with the concept while brainstorming for something new, creative, and most importantly, a name that will turn heads and catch attention.. nowadays its hard to stand out,, there's so many good talented bands but for some reason dont have the name or concept to stand out.. didnt wanna fall in that catergory.. also since we used the Zoot Suits with the prior band,, we wanted to implement a suit but not the same type of Pachuco Suit.. something colorful and Krazy!! We looked online and the first thing that came up was the Pimp Suits.. It was a quick choice once I saw those suits!! They were Krazy!! so upon came "Da Krazy Pimpz"!!
Ver: I am more than sure that you have heard this before but how is your cloth designer and how much does a single outfit cost in order to keep this fantasy image of DA KRAZY PIMPZ, if you can share this with us?
ED: Sure.. we currently have two sponsors from which we get our suits.. www.pimphats.com and www.ninedeep.com. A custom suit can run you anywhere from $200-$600..
Ver: what is your fan responds to your image and do any of them follow your style ?
ED: The fan response has been awesome! Once we enter the venues the flashes start, people want to take pictures with you, nothing but love!! And yes we have fans from several cities around Texas that follow us every weekend taking their pimp gear.. we also sell pimp hats and DKP shirts with our merchandise so fans always take a memory from that night..
Ver: will you give us a brief breakdown on what are the plans for 2011?
ED: We are very excited about this new year,, we have a brand new CD, entitled "Los Reyes Del Conjunto".. This CD is by far our best one in my opinion and comes very more mature as far as material and arrangements.. Later on this month we have a trip to the Gulf of Mexico on the "Tejano Cruise" VERY EXCITED on going on a cruise ship for the first time.. we will play along with great artists like Jay Perez, Los Chamacos, and Eddie Gonzales.. Then in February we are doing a tour to the State of Colorado on Valentines weekend, then to Florida in March.. We also got an offer to do a trip to China in August which is still in the works.. That would be something else!! lol
Ver: I listened to several cuts on your web site of your music and it seems that you got a bit of border town style de muscia, does living and raised along the border play an important influence on your style?
Ed: Fijate que yes it does, here in the border the cumbia is very strong and the spanish language is a must if u live here!! lol..
Most Conjunto bands buddies of ours dont play alot of cumbias in their sets.. thats one thing we do impliment in our style both the conjunto and cumbia..
Ver: as a child Eddie who were you the conjuntos and bands that made you want to be a tejano super star?
ED: Great question,, my inspiration was very diverse, The great "Esteban Jordan", Ricky Muñoz of Intocable, Jaime De Anda, Albert Zamora, The Beatles, George Strait, Fito Olivares, La Mafia, cumbia bands like Pegasso, Zaaz..
Ver: if given the opportunity to speak to a group of young people what encouraging words would you use?
ED: School is important!! Finish School, follow your dreams.. never give up,, there will be people that r gonna think otherwise and wanna bring you down but if you really have wat it takes and believe it in your heart Go For It!! Music is beautiful but the business part is ugly!! lol just keep that in mind and always be creative with your work.. always try to make your own original style.. dont copy too much.. and always play from the heart con sentimiento!!
Ver: and finally ED is there any words you would want to share with your fans around the world?
ED: Sure saludos a todos los fans de DKP that have written to us from Egypt, Iraq, Korea.. especially our armed forces that follow our music.. Toda mi gente de Mexico que nos sigue and everyone who has had the opportunity to check us out live around Texas and states like Florida, California, Arizona, Idaho, Washington, Illinois, Indiana.. We love you guys.. los queremos muchisimo!!.. and we will be here for as long as we have the energy and strength that the lord has given us to keep on..
Ver: well thanks again and I have to get back on that saddle again and head back to Kingsville, would you mind giving me a hand?
ED: LOL Sure why not!! Saludos a todos and dont forget to pick up our new CD "Los Reyes Del Conjunto" under AMMX Records.. and request our new Single "Enamorado De Ti" which is also our brand new Video.. yall can check it out on YouTube.. info-www.dakrazypimpz.com
Ver: as I ride away from the western sun in a dusty town of Eagle Pass, now I know why Blanca loved this job, it’s the devoted people that risks their lives on the road to bring their music to US world wide , in this case the classy act of los DA KRAZY PIMPZ, I AM VERNOICA.
interview con Crisol 2011
Exclusive interview premier Band CRISOL, 2011.
CCHWNN.
I'm somewhere here in the Dallas/ Ft. Worth area. Como estan, I am Gloria Guerra con our “on the road again interview” with Karlos Landin, Jr., vocalist of the band CRISOL. Just to let you know that I have been assigned this job until Blanca Blanch Blanco returns. Now to our interview.
GG: Hello Karlos how are you? Let me tell you that my bus ride here was really a quick notice. I'm replacing Blanca who is missing at this moment.
Karlos: Gloria! It's great to meet you. So how are the bus accommodations these days on El Conejo bus lines?
GG: The cups of corn and raspas are first class!
Karlos: Well, I'm glad you made it here safely Gloria.
GG: Let me start by asking you, who are the band members in CRISOL?
Karlos: Well, from Grand Prairie, TX on guitar and bajo sexto and also managing CRISOL we have Rudy Barrientos. On bass and background vocals from Mesquite, TX by way of Chicago, IL we have Augie Falcon. On drums from Joshua, TX we have Patrick Guzman. On keyboards and accordion from Mansfield, TX we have Adrian Cabello. Finally, from Mesquite, TX, su servidor y vocalista, Karlos Landin, Jr.
GG: How does a person gather so many talented musicians into a fabulous band without any conflicts?
Karlos: GOD and chemistry. Rudy and Adrian started CRISOL a couple of years ago. They looked for musicians that demonstrated great chemistry on and off the stage. I really believe we were meant to play in the same band together. Everyone of us have a high level of respect for each other as musicians and individuals. It was a brotherhood from the word go, gracias a DIOS.
GG: Can you brief us on your debut CD and when it will be made available to the public:
Karlos: Well, we released a couple of singles last Spring and the feedback has been absolutely great! During the Fall we started gathering material and have begun working on arrangements and pre-production for the CD already. Having said that, we hope to have the complete CD ready this year. We've got some great new material from reputable songwriters that we're really excited about recording. We also recorded a couple of Christmas songs that received extensive airplay the last couple of months.
GG: I noticed that you have been in the music business more than 15 years, what is your opinion on the status of the Tejano Onda today and tomorrow?
Karlos: We see Tejano music getting stronger every day. There are new Tejano bands popping up not only here in Texas but throughout the USA. We're musicians and can play Country, R&B, Pop, Blues, Rock en Español, etc. but we choose to play Tejano because that's what's in our hearts and in our blood. It's the music of our people and nothing makes us happier than seeing people on the dance floor enjoying themselves, tirando gritos, and zapateando! We feed off of that energy. As for Tejano tomorrow, we think that radio stations should continue to give up and coming bands opportunities to be heard. They're the future and need to be supported through airplay to help build a fan base. It's a snowball effect. You have a new Tejano band, they put out a good recording(s), the radio stations put them on rotation, they build a fan base who support their LIVE shows by boosting attendance at venues, then they buy the artists CD and do their part, along with the band, the record company, the radio station, and the club to keep Tejano music alive. We believe it's also very important for parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, etc. to educate their little ones on their roots. To expose them to "our music"...Tejano music! It's through this schooling that the youth will gain a sense of pride in Tejano music and in turn buy Tejano CD's, eventually go to Tejano dances, and maybe join a Tejano band and keep the cycle going...keeping our music alive. The youth will play a vital role in the survival of Tejano music.
GG: What does CRISOL have on the back burner for 2011?:
Karlos: Well, actually everything is on our front burners. Our main objective is to complete our first CD. We'll continue bringing our music to the people here in Texas and abroad. We're getting good feedback up North on our first two singles so we want to get out to Kansas, Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, and Wisconsin and bring CRISOL's music to our fans there.
GG: Karlos if you had the opportunity to speak to a group of young people what would you say to them?
Karlos: Stay in school, learn about your people, their triumphs and struggles, support "your" music, respect your parents, and be leaders...not followers. Set a positive example for the generation behind you by being a positive statistic.
GG: As part of CRISOL, what has been the most exciting performance to date?
Karlos: All our performances are exciting for us. It's a real treat getting to work with such professionals, on and off the stage. We've been blessed to share the stage with several great Tejano and Conjunto acts the past couple of years. I guess one of the more memorable performances to date was last years Fan Fair in San Antonio. We were able to bring our music to the Tejano music capital and got to meet a lot of our fans there from all over the USA.
GG: Before we close this interview Karlos is there anything you would like to share with CRISOL fans?
Karlos: Yes, thank you so much for your support! We really appreciate it!! Please help spread the word about us to your friends and younger generation. Also, please request our music at your favorite radio stations. If you'd like to book CRISOL at your club or for a private engagement you can reach Rudy Barrientos at 469.835.2380. Finally, if we're not friends on Facebook, please send us a request at Crisol Music. On MySpace it's www.crisolmuzik Please check in regularly for CRISOL news and to see where we're playing. We hope to see you at our next gig.
GG: Again Karlos thank you sir for your time and this was a very exciting interview. I need to ask you, can you can give me a ride back to the bus station?
Karlos: Con todo gusto! Before I take you back to El Conejo bus station, on behalf of CRISOL, I'd like to thank you for taking the time to come up to Dallas to interview us. We're honored and humbled. Have a safe trip home! Hold on a second while I move my accordion to the back so you can have a seat.
GG: As I prepare to board this barrio bus line I just wonder how great Blanca must feel after she does this type of interview. It's exciting and challenging! I am Gloria Guerra con our "on the road again interviews”.
CCHWNN.
I'm somewhere here in the Dallas/ Ft. Worth area. Como estan, I am Gloria Guerra con our “on the road again interview” with Karlos Landin, Jr., vocalist of the band CRISOL. Just to let you know that I have been assigned this job until Blanca Blanch Blanco returns. Now to our interview.
GG: Hello Karlos how are you? Let me tell you that my bus ride here was really a quick notice. I'm replacing Blanca who is missing at this moment.
Karlos: Gloria! It's great to meet you. So how are the bus accommodations these days on El Conejo bus lines?
GG: The cups of corn and raspas are first class!
Karlos: Well, I'm glad you made it here safely Gloria.
GG: Let me start by asking you, who are the band members in CRISOL?
Karlos: Well, from Grand Prairie, TX on guitar and bajo sexto and also managing CRISOL we have Rudy Barrientos. On bass and background vocals from Mesquite, TX by way of Chicago, IL we have Augie Falcon. On drums from Joshua, TX we have Patrick Guzman. On keyboards and accordion from Mansfield, TX we have Adrian Cabello. Finally, from Mesquite, TX, su servidor y vocalista, Karlos Landin, Jr.
GG: How does a person gather so many talented musicians into a fabulous band without any conflicts?
Karlos: GOD and chemistry. Rudy and Adrian started CRISOL a couple of years ago. They looked for musicians that demonstrated great chemistry on and off the stage. I really believe we were meant to play in the same band together. Everyone of us have a high level of respect for each other as musicians and individuals. It was a brotherhood from the word go, gracias a DIOS.
GG: Can you brief us on your debut CD and when it will be made available to the public:
Karlos: Well, we released a couple of singles last Spring and the feedback has been absolutely great! During the Fall we started gathering material and have begun working on arrangements and pre-production for the CD already. Having said that, we hope to have the complete CD ready this year. We've got some great new material from reputable songwriters that we're really excited about recording. We also recorded a couple of Christmas songs that received extensive airplay the last couple of months.
GG: I noticed that you have been in the music business more than 15 years, what is your opinion on the status of the Tejano Onda today and tomorrow?
Karlos: We see Tejano music getting stronger every day. There are new Tejano bands popping up not only here in Texas but throughout the USA. We're musicians and can play Country, R&B, Pop, Blues, Rock en Español, etc. but we choose to play Tejano because that's what's in our hearts and in our blood. It's the music of our people and nothing makes us happier than seeing people on the dance floor enjoying themselves, tirando gritos, and zapateando! We feed off of that energy. As for Tejano tomorrow, we think that radio stations should continue to give up and coming bands opportunities to be heard. They're the future and need to be supported through airplay to help build a fan base. It's a snowball effect. You have a new Tejano band, they put out a good recording(s), the radio stations put them on rotation, they build a fan base who support their LIVE shows by boosting attendance at venues, then they buy the artists CD and do their part, along with the band, the record company, the radio station, and the club to keep Tejano music alive. We believe it's also very important for parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, etc. to educate their little ones on their roots. To expose them to "our music"...Tejano music! It's through this schooling that the youth will gain a sense of pride in Tejano music and in turn buy Tejano CD's, eventually go to Tejano dances, and maybe join a Tejano band and keep the cycle going...keeping our music alive. The youth will play a vital role in the survival of Tejano music.
GG: What does CRISOL have on the back burner for 2011?:
Karlos: Well, actually everything is on our front burners. Our main objective is to complete our first CD. We'll continue bringing our music to the people here in Texas and abroad. We're getting good feedback up North on our first two singles so we want to get out to Kansas, Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, and Wisconsin and bring CRISOL's music to our fans there.
GG: Karlos if you had the opportunity to speak to a group of young people what would you say to them?
Karlos: Stay in school, learn about your people, their triumphs and struggles, support "your" music, respect your parents, and be leaders...not followers. Set a positive example for the generation behind you by being a positive statistic.
GG: As part of CRISOL, what has been the most exciting performance to date?
Karlos: All our performances are exciting for us. It's a real treat getting to work with such professionals, on and off the stage. We've been blessed to share the stage with several great Tejano and Conjunto acts the past couple of years. I guess one of the more memorable performances to date was last years Fan Fair in San Antonio. We were able to bring our music to the Tejano music capital and got to meet a lot of our fans there from all over the USA.
GG: Before we close this interview Karlos is there anything you would like to share with CRISOL fans?
Karlos: Yes, thank you so much for your support! We really appreciate it!! Please help spread the word about us to your friends and younger generation. Also, please request our music at your favorite radio stations. If you'd like to book CRISOL at your club or for a private engagement you can reach Rudy Barrientos at 469.835.2380. Finally, if we're not friends on Facebook, please send us a request at Crisol Music. On MySpace it's www.crisolmuzik Please check in regularly for CRISOL news and to see where we're playing. We hope to see you at our next gig.
GG: Again Karlos thank you sir for your time and this was a very exciting interview. I need to ask you, can you can give me a ride back to the bus station?
Karlos: Con todo gusto! Before I take you back to El Conejo bus station, on behalf of CRISOL, I'd like to thank you for taking the time to come up to Dallas to interview us. We're honored and humbled. Have a safe trip home! Hold on a second while I move my accordion to the back so you can have a seat.
GG: As I prepare to board this barrio bus line I just wonder how great Blanca must feel after she does this type of interview. It's exciting and challenging! I am Gloria Guerra con our "on the road again interviews”.
interview con JOhnny Lazo 2011
Exclusive interview con Johnny Lazo.
Cchwnn.
Somewhere in Houston,tx. Hello again, as I come into Houston, texas again, our creator has arranged an interview with Mr. Johnny Lazo. This should be an interesting one, but enough of that, let’s get to that interview.
BBB: hello Johnny its good to finally met up with you, and how was your holidays? By the way Johnny I walked here from Kingsville, can I sit for a second?
J: wow you sure can, High heels must have hurt LOL
BBB; let’s start by telling us a little bit about your past working as a radio DJ?
J: Blanca I love playing music for the fans of tejano music, I started at KQQK FM in Houston in 89, I also work at Bnet radio.com . Blanca had the best of both worlds LOL. I enjoy interview the stars of Tejano the new and establish ones. I enjoy the honor of doing many Selena Tribute for my friend. I would ask all the stars to call in and they all did. we must never for get Selena.
BBB: what is the differences between working on the radio vs. internet radio?
J: Great ? on the FM you can be heard on the car radios, and some biz that allow it. The internet radio in the mid west, such as mich, Chicago, NYC, LA, that had me on at there offices, record stores, Taco stands LOL. Internet radio is held world wide with millions more listeners, FM radio thousands, on internet radio listeners tend to listen more on average.
BBB: why would anyone leave such an interesting job?
J; Blanca there is a time when you have to let go. I miss not being on the air.
BBB: what direction do you think la onda is headed for based on all your experience in the music business?
J: Great ? I feel la onda is headed to a new rebirth in a few more years with young acts taken the lead. some establish acts will step back. But it really is up to the fans to support la onda. the fans make this industry not the radio DJ's, promoters, The fans need to enbrace it now before it's too late Blanca.
BBB: Do you own your own sound systems if a person was looking for a party D.J.?
J: yes I do
BBB: who do you think are the main headliners in la onda today and what new artist do you think are future headliners?
J: DLG is a force to be reckon with, LA Mafia Icon of Houston Tx. Shelly, Elida, Stefani. These ladies of tejano have done there part to take tejano around the world. with the new artist I like what Monica Castro, Tania of los matadoors, Veronica of Avance, Robbie Martinez of Houston Tx, these young people have vision to get back the young fans of tejano music, to lure them away from Bachata, Hip hop, back to our culture.
BBB; if given a chance to speak with a group of young people what encouraging words would you say to them?
J I would say don't give up the dream follow your heart. I would say finish school, get a higher education.
BBB: well Johnny I want to thank you and what last words would like to share with some of your internet friends? And do you mind giving me a ride to the bus station, heck with walking?
J: Blanca you got it, I will take you to dinner also.
Bbb: GEE JOHNNY THANKS FOR THAT BOAT AND NET IT TASTED LIKE CHICKEN..
BBB: as I leave Houston its just amazing on how many person’s have done so much for la onda that get no credit for. I am Blanca Blanch Blanco.
Cchwnn.
Somewhere in Houston,tx. Hello again, as I come into Houston, texas again, our creator has arranged an interview with Mr. Johnny Lazo. This should be an interesting one, but enough of that, let’s get to that interview.
BBB: hello Johnny its good to finally met up with you, and how was your holidays? By the way Johnny I walked here from Kingsville, can I sit for a second?
J: wow you sure can, High heels must have hurt LOL
BBB; let’s start by telling us a little bit about your past working as a radio DJ?
J: Blanca I love playing music for the fans of tejano music, I started at KQQK FM in Houston in 89, I also work at Bnet radio.com . Blanca had the best of both worlds LOL. I enjoy interview the stars of Tejano the new and establish ones. I enjoy the honor of doing many Selena Tribute for my friend. I would ask all the stars to call in and they all did. we must never for get Selena.
BBB: what is the differences between working on the radio vs. internet radio?
J: Great ? on the FM you can be heard on the car radios, and some biz that allow it. The internet radio in the mid west, such as mich, Chicago, NYC, LA, that had me on at there offices, record stores, Taco stands LOL. Internet radio is held world wide with millions more listeners, FM radio thousands, on internet radio listeners tend to listen more on average.
BBB: why would anyone leave such an interesting job?
J; Blanca there is a time when you have to let go. I miss not being on the air.
BBB: what direction do you think la onda is headed for based on all your experience in the music business?
J: Great ? I feel la onda is headed to a new rebirth in a few more years with young acts taken the lead. some establish acts will step back. But it really is up to the fans to support la onda. the fans make this industry not the radio DJ's, promoters, The fans need to enbrace it now before it's too late Blanca.
BBB: Do you own your own sound systems if a person was looking for a party D.J.?
J: yes I do
BBB: who do you think are the main headliners in la onda today and what new artist do you think are future headliners?
J: DLG is a force to be reckon with, LA Mafia Icon of Houston Tx. Shelly, Elida, Stefani. These ladies of tejano have done there part to take tejano around the world. with the new artist I like what Monica Castro, Tania of los matadoors, Veronica of Avance, Robbie Martinez of Houston Tx, these young people have vision to get back the young fans of tejano music, to lure them away from Bachata, Hip hop, back to our culture.
BBB; if given a chance to speak with a group of young people what encouraging words would you say to them?
J I would say don't give up the dream follow your heart. I would say finish school, get a higher education.
BBB: well Johnny I want to thank you and what last words would like to share with some of your internet friends? And do you mind giving me a ride to the bus station, heck with walking?
J: Blanca you got it, I will take you to dinner also.
Bbb: GEE JOHNNY THANKS FOR THAT BOAT AND NET IT TASTED LIKE CHICKEN..
BBB: as I leave Houston its just amazing on how many person’s have done so much for la onda that get no credit for. I am Blanca Blanch Blanco.
hejola report for 01252011
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Hejolia report for 01252011.
Cchwnn.
Kingsville,tx. Hello again I am Bill Diaz con today’s award winning barrio headline news:
Bears and packers fans strap it on con Dallas cowboy fans at football cook out.
Shooting at the corner of third and wells leave several die.
And finally law suit file against el constable cadena.
Yesterday afternoon, la families Gamez filed a law suit against our own constable for chopping the 35th oldest tree in the hood, that was located on wells street. The law suit states that the constable trespassed into the Gamez back yard without permission and chopped their tree down in order to get to them boys shooting chickens. The law suit did not include the two boys because they had permission from the yard owners allowing them to climb that tree. If the constable is to be found guilty he could pay up several hundred dollars in fines and some time doing some community work.
It seems que someone always has to spoil things for others. That was the case Saturday night when a large number of chickens were shot dead and a few got away. The shooting was set off by several young Hispanic trying to see if they could hit a chicken coop that was located about three houses doing wells. This young men climded a tree and just starting shooting. The constable was able to get those boys down from the tree by chopping it down. Charges are pending. And finally, Yesterday afternoon for some odd reason a few dozen Dallas cowboys fans attacked a football cookout con chingos de Bears and packers fans. After the constable and his barrio task force 666 broke it up a half dozen of cowboys were arrested and some were taken to ST. Paul’s medical center for observation. The bottom line was que the Bears and Pack outnumber them cowboys. How about them boyz.
There we have raza, stay home and stay warm.
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Hejolia report for 01252011.
Cchwnn.
Kingsville,tx. Hello again I am Bill Diaz con today’s award winning barrio headline news:
Bears and packers fans strap it on con Dallas cowboy fans at football cook out.
Shooting at the corner of third and wells leave several die.
And finally law suit file against el constable cadena.
Yesterday afternoon, la families Gamez filed a law suit against our own constable for chopping the 35th oldest tree in the hood, that was located on wells street. The law suit states that the constable trespassed into the Gamez back yard without permission and chopped their tree down in order to get to them boys shooting chickens. The law suit did not include the two boys because they had permission from the yard owners allowing them to climb that tree. If the constable is to be found guilty he could pay up several hundred dollars in fines and some time doing some community work.
It seems que someone always has to spoil things for others. That was the case Saturday night when a large number of chickens were shot dead and a few got away. The shooting was set off by several young Hispanic trying to see if they could hit a chicken coop that was located about three houses doing wells. This young men climded a tree and just starting shooting. The constable was able to get those boys down from the tree by chopping it down. Charges are pending. And finally, Yesterday afternoon for some odd reason a few dozen Dallas cowboys fans attacked a football cookout con chingos de Bears and packers fans. After the constable and his barrio task force 666 broke it up a half dozen of cowboys were arrested and some were taken to ST. Paul’s medical center for observation. The bottom line was que the Bears and Pack outnumber them cowboys. How about them boyz.
There we have raza, stay home and stay warm.
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