Chicos de Barrio
Encyclopedia
Chicos de Barrio was formed in 1995 in Torreon, Coahuila
, Mexico
. This musical group is formed from 11 elements, in which the percussion, harmony and swing are predominant. This Mexican eleven member tropical band have burst mainstream throughout our Northern American continent. This musical group combines urban, hip hop, salsa, vallenato, reggae and many other music genres. This in turn lead to a unique and distinctive musical rhythm and beat. Not only has the music been stylish but their unique style of dressing has always been appreciated from many of the musical groups' followers.
, Corona
, California
. Amador Granados was sold the reproduction rights of Chicos de Barrio, which in turn lead to Mr. Granados
owning any right to reproduce their music. This was their break of their lives as upcoming musicians. It took one full year to fully implement the Triste Lagunera project. After one full year of implementing this compact disc, Chicos de Barrio was finally here and here for good! After one full year of working on the first and original production of Chicos de Barrio Triste Lagunera much was to come ahead for this excellent musical group with the support of Amador Granados.
. While still touring with Amador Granados help, Jesus Dimas Maciel and Juan Angel Najera set up local events in such places as San Antonio
, Texas
, Austin
, Texas
, Houston
, Texas
and many other local cities in Texas
. Five years after they originally met with Amador Granados, Metro Casa Musical, and EMI Latin
have been some of the few record labels to contract Chicos de Barrio, and pave the way for this spectacular musical group. From opening acts for such groups as Michael Salgado
, Bobby Pulido
, and Intocable
and many more, to headlining some of the groups mentioned above and having great performances across the United States of America
and all of Mexico
. Performances with such great artists like Juan Gabriel
and former Lead Vocals for Los Kumbia Kings DJ Kane
are just some of the few things to mention. Invitation by the Governor of Coahuila
to perform and attend at various Mexican Nominations. Chicos de Barrio also performed live across U.S.A and Mexico
on such shows as Televisa Musica, Furia Musical
, Hoy
, Al Fin de Semana, Sabado Gigante
, Despierta America
, El Gordo y la Flaca
, Primer Impacto
to performances at such places like La Plaza de Toros de Mexico, El Auditorio Nacional, El Palacio de Los Deportes and many more places and shows. A big broadcasting company that has had a lot to do with the expansion and growth of Chicos de Barrio is Univision
. One of the biggest accomplishments for this fabulous musical group was with Warner Bros. Records
when given the opportunity to perform and record the self titled Mucha Lucha theme song. Currently this show is broadcasting on Cartoon Network
and abroad.
GANADORES DE PREMIOS DE LA MUSICA LATINA 2010 "MEJOR TROPICAL"
Jesus Dimas Maciel/Alfredo "FRED" Lopez
Coahuila
Coahuila, formally Coahuila de Zaragoza , officially Estado Libre y Soberano de Coahuila de Zaragoza is one of the 31 states which, with the Federal District, comprise the 32 Federal Entities of Mexico...
, Mexico
Mexico
The United Mexican States , commonly known as Mexico , is a federal constitutional republic in North America. It is bordered on the north by the United States; on the south and west by the Pacific Ocean; on the southeast by Guatemala, Belize, and the Caribbean Sea; and on the east by the Gulf of...
. This musical group is formed from 11 elements, in which the percussion, harmony and swing are predominant. This Mexican eleven member tropical band have burst mainstream throughout our Northern American continent. This musical group combines urban, hip hop, salsa, vallenato, reggae and many other music genres. This in turn lead to a unique and distinctive musical rhythm and beat. Not only has the music been stylish but their unique style of dressing has always been appreciated from many of the musical groups' followers.
Early years
In the beginning Chicos de Barrio did not have an artistic name. They would only play music together in search of a name as unique as their style in wardrobe and music. They chose Chicos de Barrio, a name as unique as themselves. When in search of a record company to sign a record deal was nowhere in sight, they never gave up and continued to perform locally and in surrounding areas. One day a now great producer for Video Home, Amador Granados came across them and offered to record their first official disc titled, Triste Lagunera. This compact disc was recorded in the overlooking city of Los AngelesLos Angeles, California
Los Angeles , with a population at the 2010 United States Census of 3,792,621, is the most populous city in California, USA and the second most populous in the United States, after New York City. It has an area of , and is located in Southern California...
, Corona
Corona, California
Corona is a city in Riverside County, California, United States. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 152,374, up from 124,966 at the 2000 census...
, California
California
California is a state located on the West Coast of the United States. It is by far the most populous U.S. state, and the third-largest by land area...
. Amador Granados was sold the reproduction rights of Chicos de Barrio, which in turn lead to Mr. Granados
Granados
Places called Granados:*Granados, Baja Verapaz, Guatemala*Granados, Sonora, MexicoPeople named Granados:* Enrique Granados , Spanish composer* Federico Tinoco Granados , president of Costa Rica...
owning any right to reproduce their music. This was their break of their lives as upcoming musicians. It took one full year to fully implement the Triste Lagunera project. After one full year of implementing this compact disc, Chicos de Barrio was finally here and here for good! After one full year of working on the first and original production of Chicos de Barrio Triste Lagunera much was to come ahead for this excellent musical group with the support of Amador Granados.
Accomplishments
One year after their original project of Triste Lagunera, Chicos de Barrio began to tour United States of AmericaUnited States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
. While still touring with Amador Granados help, Jesus Dimas Maciel and Juan Angel Najera set up local events in such places as San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas
San Antonio is the seventh-largest city in the United States of America and the second-largest city within the state of Texas, with a population of 1.33 million. Located in the American Southwest and the south–central part of Texas, the city serves as the seat of Bexar County. In 2011,...
, Texas
Texas
Texas is the second largest U.S. state by both area and population, and the largest state by area in the contiguous United States.The name, based on the Caddo word "Tejas" meaning "friends" or "allies", was applied by the Spanish to the Caddo themselves and to the region of their settlement in...
, Austin
Austin, Texas
Austin is the capital city of the U.S. state of :Texas and the seat of Travis County. Located in Central Texas on the eastern edge of the American Southwest, it is the fourth-largest city in Texas and the 14th most populous city in the United States. It was the third-fastest-growing large city in...
, Texas
Texas
Texas is the second largest U.S. state by both area and population, and the largest state by area in the contiguous United States.The name, based on the Caddo word "Tejas" meaning "friends" or "allies", was applied by the Spanish to the Caddo themselves and to the region of their settlement in...
, Houston
Houston, Texas
Houston is the fourth-largest city in the United States, and the largest city in the state of Texas. According to the 2010 U.S. Census, the city had a population of 2.1 million people within an area of . Houston is the seat of Harris County and the economic center of , which is the ...
, Texas
Texas
Texas is the second largest U.S. state by both area and population, and the largest state by area in the contiguous United States.The name, based on the Caddo word "Tejas" meaning "friends" or "allies", was applied by the Spanish to the Caddo themselves and to the region of their settlement in...
and many other local cities in Texas
Texas
Texas is the second largest U.S. state by both area and population, and the largest state by area in the contiguous United States.The name, based on the Caddo word "Tejas" meaning "friends" or "allies", was applied by the Spanish to the Caddo themselves and to the region of their settlement in...
. Five years after they originally met with Amador Granados, Metro Casa Musical, and EMI Latin
EMI Latin
EMI Televisa Music, also known as EMI Latin and EMI International, is a subsidiary of EMI which focuses on Latin American music....
have been some of the few record labels to contract Chicos de Barrio, and pave the way for this spectacular musical group. From opening acts for such groups as Michael Salgado
Michael Salgado
Michael Salgado is a popular Tejano artist.Tejano singer/accordionist Michael Salgado gained prominence in the mid-1990s by looking back to the 'norteño' sound influenced by Ramon Ayala, and by susequently introducing the style to the younger generation...
, Bobby Pulido
Bobby Pulido
Roberto Pulido Jr. , better known as Bobby Pulido, is a Mexican-American Tejano music performer who was born in Edinburg, Texas.-Family:...
, and Intocable
Intocable
Intocable is a Tejano/Norteño musical group from Zapata, Texas that was started by friends Ricky Muñoz and René Martínez in the early 90's. Within a couple years as a band, Intocable had already risen to the top of the Tejano and Norteño fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejano's...
and many more, to headlining some of the groups mentioned above and having great performances across the United States of America
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
and all of Mexico
Mexico
The United Mexican States , commonly known as Mexico , is a federal constitutional republic in North America. It is bordered on the north by the United States; on the south and west by the Pacific Ocean; on the southeast by Guatemala, Belize, and the Caribbean Sea; and on the east by the Gulf of...
. Performances with such great artists like Juan Gabriel
Juan Gabriel
Alberto Aguilera Valadez , better known by his stage name Juan Gabriel , is a Mexican singer and songwriter who is one of the most famous living representatives of the Mexican ranchera, ballad, mariachi, and pop music....
and former Lead Vocals for Los Kumbia Kings DJ Kane
DJ Kane
Jason Cano better known as DJ Kane is a Mexican American singer who is currently recording an album alongside ex Kumbia All Starz vocalist Ricky Rick. He was also the lead vocalist for the Latin Grammy award winning A.B...
are just some of the few things to mention. Invitation by the Governor of Coahuila
Coahuila
Coahuila, formally Coahuila de Zaragoza , officially Estado Libre y Soberano de Coahuila de Zaragoza is one of the 31 states which, with the Federal District, comprise the 32 Federal Entities of Mexico...
to perform and attend at various Mexican Nominations. Chicos de Barrio also performed live across U.S.A and Mexico
Mexico
The United Mexican States , commonly known as Mexico , is a federal constitutional republic in North America. It is bordered on the north by the United States; on the south and west by the Pacific Ocean; on the southeast by Guatemala, Belize, and the Caribbean Sea; and on the east by the Gulf of...
on such shows as Televisa Musica, Furia Musical
Furia Musical
Furia Musical is a Mexican music magazine published by Editorial Televisa, which includes articles and gossip about the famous singers in this genre. The magazine currently has Mexico and USA editions as well as an awards show that is broadcast by Televisa, Galavisión and Univision.The magazine...
, Hoy
Hoy
Hoy is an island in Orkney, Scotland. With an area of it is the second largest in the archipelago after the Mainland. It is connected by a causeway called The Ayre to South Walls...
, Al Fin de Semana, Sabado Gigante
Sábado Gigante
Sábado Gigante is a Spanish-language television show that is Univision's longest-running program and the longest-running variety TV show in the world. Sábado Gigante is an eclectic and frenetic mix of various contests, human-interest stories, and live entertainment...
, Despierta America
Despierta América
¡Despierta América! is a popular Spanish language morning show which has aired on the Univision television network since 1997. It is broadcast from the network's studios in Miami, Florida, and is hosted by Chiquinquirá Delgado, Poncho de Anda, Raúl González, and Karla Martínez. Satcha Pretto and...
, El Gordo y la Flaca
El Gordo y la Flaca
El Gordo y la Flaca is a Spanish-language entertainment news show...
, Primer Impacto
Primer Impacto
Primer Impacto is a Spanish language television news program broadcast by Univision in the USA weekdays at 5pm ET. A later program at 11pm ET/PT airs on Univision affiliates without a local news department , leading into the network's 11:30pm newscast, Noticiero Univision Edicion Nocturna.The...
to performances at such places like La Plaza de Toros de Mexico, El Auditorio Nacional, El Palacio de Los Deportes and many more places and shows. A big broadcasting company that has had a lot to do with the expansion and growth of Chicos de Barrio is Univision
Univision
Univision is a Spanish-language television network in the United States. It has the largest audience of Spanish language television viewers according to Nielsen ratings. Randy Falco, COO, has been in charge of the company since the departure of Univision Communications president and CEO Joe Uva...
. One of the biggest accomplishments for this fabulous musical group was with Warner Bros. Records
Warner Bros. Records
Warner Bros. Records Inc. is an American record label. It was the foundation label of the present-day Warner Music Group, and now operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of that corporation. It maintains a close relationship with its former parent, Warner Bros. Pictures, although the two companies...
when given the opportunity to perform and record the self titled Mucha Lucha theme song. Currently this show is broadcasting on Cartoon Network
Cartoon Network
Cartoon Network is a name of television channels worldwide created by Turner Broadcasting which used to primarily show animated programming. The channel began broadcasting on October 1, 1992 in the United States....
and abroad.
GANADORES DE PREMIOS DE LA MUSICA LATINA 2010 "MEJOR TROPICAL"
Members
- Vocals-Jesus Dimas Maciel
- Vocals-Susana Ortiz
- Tenor Sax-Beto Najera
- Trumpet-Jimmy Hernandez
- Congas-Mauricio Guerrero
- Timbales-Ruben Reyes
- Alto Sax-Eduardo Alfaro
- Bajo Sexto-Menny Olguin
- Guitars-Carlos Garcia
- Teclados-Carlos Alberto Murillo
- Guiro-Guadalupe Rodriguez
- Bateria-Lorenzo Larranaga
Discography
- 1995 Triste Lagunera
- 1996 En Tu Corazon
- 1997 Yo Te Invito a Bailar
- 1998 Salio Mejor
- 1999 Vato Loco
- 2000 La Lola
- 2001 Dominando Y Controlando
- 2002 En La Esquina
- 2003 CBTC Reggae Hop
- 2004 Ven A Bailar, Serie Festival and Los Grandes Exitos
- 2005 Decada
- 2006 Puros Vatos
- 2007 Retro Vol 1 (Not Released)
- 2008/2009 The Best of da Komark (11/18/2008)
- 2010 XV Aniversario
Jesus Dimas Maciel/Alfredo "FRED" Lopez