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Los Lobos del Este de Los Angeles

Los Lobos · 1978

39 min · 12 tracks · Americana · country rock · roots rock

A vibrant tapestry of traditional Mexican sounds woven with rock influences and heartfelt storytelling.

Los Lobos del Este de Los Angeles is an album by Los Lobos, released in 1978. A vibrant tapestry of traditional Mexican sounds woven with rock influences and heartfelt storytelling. This album is significant for its role in bringing traditional Mexican music to wider audiences in the United States during a time when the Chicano identity was gaining prominence. It laid the groundwork for Los Lobos' later success, including their Grammy Award-winning work and contributions to the Americana genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Los Lobos del Este de Los Angeles sound like?

A vibrant tapestry of traditional Mexican sounds woven with rock influences and heartfelt storytelling. Rooted in Americana and country rock.

What makes Los Lobos del Este de Los Angeles by Los Lobos notable?

This album is significant for its role in bringing traditional Mexican music to wider audiences in the United States during a time when the Chicano identity was gaining prominence. It laid the groundwork for Los Lobos' later success, including their Grammy Award-winning work and contributions to the Americana genre. Released in 1978, 'Los Lobos del Este de Los Angeles' marked the debut album for Los Lobos, a band that would later become pivotal in the Chicano rock movement. At this point, they were still emerging from their roots in East L.A., showcasing their diverse musical influences and cultural heritage.

How many songs are on Los Lobos del Este de Los Angeles?

Los Lobos del Este de Los Angeles has 12 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·39:25

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 El canelo (Son jarocho) 3:47
  • 2 El pescado nadador (Ranchera) 2:43
  • 3 Sabor a mí (Bolero) 3:51
  • 4 Flor de huevo (Son locos) 1:54
  • 5 Cielito lindo (Canción mexicana) 3:44
  • 6 La iguana (Son jarocho) 3:21
  • 7 El cuchipe (Canción boliviana) 2:21
  • 8 Imploración (Bolero ranchero) 2:33
  • 9 Guantanamera (Guajira) 4:48
  • 10 La feria de las flores (Ranchera) 2:42
  • 11 María Chuchena (Son jarocho) 3:57
  • 12 El bon bon de Elena (Plena) 3:39

Release Date

January 1, 1978

Genre

Americana, country rock, roots rock

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

39 min 25 sec