Music: Musical Groups

Mexico has a rich and diverse music scene, with many popular and influential music groups. Here are some of the most well-known and influential Mexican music groups:

Maná

Maná is a popular Mexican rock band that formed in Guadalajara in 1986. The band members are Fher Olvera (lead vocals, guitar), Alex González (drums, backup vocals), Sergio Vallín (guitar, backup vocals), and Juan Calleros (bass guitar). Their music is a fusion of rock, pop, and Latin rhythms, with socially conscious lyrics that often address political and social issues. Some of their most famous songs include "Rayando el Sol," "Oye Mi Amor," and "En el Muelle de San Blas."

Café Tacvba

Café Tacvba is a Grammy-winning rock band from Ciudad Satélite, formed in 1989. The band members are Rubén Albarrán (lead vocals, guitar), Emmanuel del Real (keyboards, piano, guitar), Joselo Rangel (guitar, backup vocals), and Enrique Rangel (bass guitar). Their music is a blend of rock, punk, and traditional Mexican music, with lyrics that often explore Mexican identity and culture. Some of their most famous songs include "La Ingrata," "Chilanga Banda," and "Eres."

Los Tigres del Norte

Los Tigres del Norte is a Norteño band that was formed in 1968 in San Jose, California, by the Hernández brothers. The band members are Jorge Hernández (lead vocals, accordion), Hernán Hernández (bass guitar, backup vocals), Eduardo Hernández (accordion, saxophone, backup vocals), Luis Hernández (guitar, backup vocals), and Oscar Lara (drums). Their music is a blend of traditional Mexican folk music, polka, and country, with lyrics that often deal with social and political issues, including drug trafficking and immigration. Some of their most famous songs include "La Jaula de Oro," "Contrabando y Traición," and "La Camioneta Gris."

Los Angeles Azules

Los Angeles Azules is a cumbia music group from Mexico City that formed in 1976. The band members are Elías Mejía Avante (keyboards, musical director), José Hilario González (percussion), Alfredo Hernández (percussion), Jorge Mejía Avante (drums), Carlos Bejos (bass guitar), and Juan Carlos López (vocals). Their music is a fusion of cumbia, salsa, and other Latin rhythms, with lyrics that often deal with love and heartbreak. Some of their most famous songs include "Cómo Te Voy a Olvidar," "17 Años," and "Mis Sentimientos."

Zoé

Zoé is a Mexican rock band that formed in Mexico City in 1995. The band members are León Larregui (lead vocals, guitar), Sergio Acosta (guitar), Jesús Báez (keyboards), Ángel Mosqueda (bass guitar), and Rodrigo Guardiola (drums). Their music is a blend of alternative rock, electronic music, and psychedelic rock, with lyrics that often explore themes of love, spirituality, and personal growth. Some of their most famous songs include "Love," "Labios Rotos," and "Soñé."

Maldita Vecindad y los Hijos del Quinto Patio

Maldita Vecindad y los Hijos del Quinto Patio is a Mexican rock band that formed in Mexico City in 1985. The band members are Roco (lead vocals), Pato (guitar), Sax (saxophone), Aldo (bass guitar), and Pacho (drums). Their music is a fusion of rock, ska, and traditional Latin American music, with socially and politically conscious lyrics that often address poverty, injustice, and inequality. Some of their most famous songs include "Pachuco," "Solín," and "Kumbala."

Molotov

Molotov is a Mexican rock band that formed in Mexico City in 1995. The band members are Tito Fuentes (guitar, vocals), Miky Huidobro (bass guitar, vocals), Randy Ebright (drums, vocals), and Paco Ayala (guitar, vocals). Their music is a fusion of rock, hip hop, and punk, with lyrics that often explore social and political issues. Some of their most famous songs include "Gimme Tha Power," "Frijolero," and "Puto."

Caifanes

Caifanes is a Mexican rock band that formed in Mexico City in 1987. The band members are Saúl Hernández (lead vocals, guitar), Sabo Romo (bass guitar), Alfonso André (drums), and Diego Herrera (keyboards, saxophone). Their music is a blend of rock, new wave, and traditional Latin American music, with lyrics that often address social and political issues. Some of their most famous songs include "La Celula Que Explota," "Afuera," and "Viento."

Moderatto

Moderatto is a Mexican glam rock band that formed in Mexico City in 1999. The band members include Jay de la Cueva (vocals), Bryan Amadeus (guitar), Xavi Moderatto (bass), Roy Moderatto (drums), and Mick Marcy (guitar). Their music is a blend of rock, pop, and heavy metal, with lyrics that often explore themes of love and partying. Some of their most famous songs include "Muriendo Lento," "No Podrás," and "Zodiaco."

RBD

RBD was a Mexican pop group that formed in Mexico City in 2004. The band members include Anahí, Dulce María, Maite Perroni, Alfonso Herrera, Christian Chávez, and Christopher Von Uckermann. Their music is a blend of pop, rock, and Latin American rhythms, with lyrics that often address issues of love and relationships. Some of their most famous songs include "Rebelde," "Sálvame," and "Ser o Parecer."