Jimmy Gonzalez y Grupo Mazz has enjoyed immense success since the separation of Jimmy Gonzalez and Joe Lopez in 1998.They won Best Tejano Album four times at the Latin Grammy Awards from 2001-04. They also won Best Tejano Album at the American Grammy Awards in 2004. Jimmy and Mazz have continued to produce quality music and have become one of the success stories of Tejano Music. They continue to perform and bring their music to Tejano Music Fans all over the country. We at Tejano Explosion are excited about once again having Jimmy and Mazz perform on our stage.
9:00pm to 10:15pm / 12:00 am to 1:00am
JIMMY GONZALEZ y GRUPO MAZZ
7:30pm to 8:45pm / 10:30pm to 11:45pm
RAM HERRERA & THE OUTLAW BAND
Ram Herrera has the biggest, smoothest voice in Texas. He leads,"The Outlaws", a red hot powered big band that owns the stage, thrilling audiences on everything from hooky cumbias and power ballads to cool Salsa grooves and hot Latin Rock. Ram, his band and his organization put musical quality and production value first and it shows in the incredible excitement they generate in town after town, night after night. They have won numerous industry awards and continue to be a main force in Tejano Music.
6:00pm to 7:15pm
MISSY
Missy is one of Tejano music's latest rising stars, capturing the hearts of many fans throughout Texas and abroad. Her latest CD "Mujer Fuerte", features legendary artists such as Ram Herrera and Chente Barrera, and is already gaining much success and recognition in the Tejano music industry.
9:00pm to 10:15pm / 12:00 am to 1:15am
LITTLE JOE y LA FAMILIA
Little Joe and La Familia has been one of the most popular Tex-Mex bands in the music industry. Little Joe has been entertaining more than 50 years and has been described as the "KING OF THE BROWN SOUND". He has also helped pioneer "Tex-Mex"music, a mix of traditional"norteno" music and country,blues and rock styles. After 50 Years......and over 50 albums later, Grammy Award legend, Little Joe continues to the world, trailblazing, looking forward to new challenges, breaking down cultural and musical barriers and innovating his musical stlye. As always, Little Joe strives to bring many people together to make a more peaceful and harmonious world.
7:30pm to 8:45pm / 10:30pm to 11:45pm
RUBEN RAMOS AND THE MEXICAN REVOLUTION
Ruben Ramos sits at the helm of a family musical legacy going back over 80 years. He began his musical journey playing with his brother's, Alfonso, band in the 1960's, he later played with his other brother Roy. He re-united with Alfonso in 1985 for a series of albums and in 1987 was awarded the "Best Vocal Duo of the Year" award by TTMA. From then to the present, Ruben Ramos and The Mexican Revolution have won every major award given by TTMA and was awarded a Grammy. He has been induced into the prestigious "Tejano Music Hall of Fame" He has been with for many years and we are once again proud to present a true legend, "Ruben Ramos".
6:00pm to 7:15pm
TBA
9:00pm to 10:15pm / 12:00 am to 1:15am
JAY PEREZ
The Grammy Award, TTMA award winning artist was born Jesse Perez Jr. in San Antonio, Texas. He started his own band in 1983, "Mysterio", which led him to joining David Lee Garza y Los Musicales in 1990. After enjoying a huge success with David Lee, he decided to go on his own, the rest is history. He has recorded song after award winning song and tours throughout the US and Mexico. He joins that select group of artists that are known by one name "Jay". He is also dubbed as "The Voice". He has never forgotten where he came from and his fans just love him. During his electrifying performance he manages to make you feel as though you are part of the family. He is a mainstay with Tejano Explosion and we hope to continue to have him for your enjoyment.
7:30pm to 8:45pm / 10:30pm to 11:45pm
DAVID LEE GARZA y LOS MUSICALES
After more than 30 years in the business David Lee Garza y Los Musicales have generated hit after hit with a combination of easily danceable melodies and earthy roots music blend of Country, Tex-Mex and straight up Tejano.
6:00pm to 7:15pm
DEVIN BANDA
Making her "Opening Act" debut at our Tejano Explosion 2017, Devin Banda and her group bring, Tejano music lovers in general and San Antonio audience in particular, a rare presence of beauty with her stage performance, music style and warm charm. Devin's vibe has been developing from within and it is now trending, with Tejano music purists to Gen Tex-Next millennials. Many agree, Tejano music is long overdue for "What's next" and Devin Banda is about to deliver the passion she has been investing into her music! Come experience this opening act to witness the birth of a unique Gen Tex-Next artist!
8:30pm to 9:30pm / 12:15 am to 1:15am
JAIME y LOS CHAMACOS
Dynamic showmanship, talent, charisma, and boyish good looks, go a long way in describing "Jaime y Los Chamacos". That with and a stage presentation that cannot be duplicated has made them into one of the most successful and enduring bands over the years. They have received 5 Grammy Award Nominations, been recgonized as TTMA Show Band of the Year, and TTMA Male Entertainer of the Year. They have played before President Clinton and First Lady Hillary Clinton in Corpus Christi.
7:15pm to 8:15pm / 11:00pm to 12:00am
LA TROPA F
The Tejano group "La Tropa F" comprised of members of the musical Farias family, have been around since they were teens and known as "Los Hermanos Farias". They have earned many industry awards for their albums, singles and group awards. They continue to tour and play all over the US and travel extensively in Mexico. They are well known, not only for the songs they have produced but also for their style of music. They have been with us for many years and we hope to continue to present their music to you.
6:00pm to 7:00pm / 9:45pm to 10:45pm
LOS GARCIA BROS
Known internationally for their traditional Conjunto beats as well as their flashy "Pachuko" costumes, they have created an image and a sound uniquely their own. Known affectionately as "Los Cuatro Vatos Locos" this father and son combination of Jose Garcia Sr. & Joey Garcia Jr., as well as the other group members continue to tour non-stop to packed houses nation-wide. The group has received TTMA's album of the year award, most promising band award and has headlined at Rodeo Santa Fe de Monterrey , N.L. Mexico, in front of more than 25,000 Conjunto fans. Their TV appearances include performances on both the Univision and Telemundo networks. Their slogan "Keep it Conjunto, Carnal" continues to catch fire with radio DJ's programmers. This new CD "Keeps it Conjunto" with 12 brand new recordings never previously recorded by "Los Garcia Brothers". It features rancheras, cumbias and even a polka all done in the famous Garcia Brothers style. Highlights include: "Dejame Vivir", "Hoy Quedamos A Mano" "La Mancha" and many others, including the title song "Tomando Y Bailando" Enjoy the music of todays living legends of Conjunto, "Los Garcia Brothers" as Los Cuatro Vatos Locos do it again with "Tomando Y Bailando" exclusively on Hacienda Records!
10:00pm to 11:30pm
INTOCABLE
INTOCABLE is one of the most influential groups in the Tejano/Norteño music scene today. They have crafted a unique and extraordinary style of music which expertly fuses Tejano conjunto music, Norteño folk rhythms, pop ballads and rock. INTOCABLE continues to entertain and delight audiences in both the United States and Mexico. Their songs are heard in radio stations throughout the American Continents and the band has performed live in world-renowned venues.
7:30pm to 8:30pm / 11:45pm to 1:00am
RAULITO NAVAIRA y REMEDIO
For the past 30 plus years, singer/songwriter Raulito Navaira has been entertaining audiences with his musical performances and his well-known dance step, The Shuffle. Raulito started his career, singing and producing music alongside his late brother and Tejano music icon, Emilio. Recently, Raulito has carried his family’s musical legacy with his two children, Rigo and Destiny Navaira, now known as Remedio.
6:15pm to 7:15pm / 8:45pm to 9:45pm
CHENTE BARRERA y TACONAZO
CHENTE BARRERA is one of the most versatile artists of Tejano music today. With more than 300 projects recording drums, keyboards, and background vocals with almost every major Tejano artist, Chente is indeed in a league of his own. Growing up to the sounds of Little Joe, George Strait, Flaco Jimenez, and Roberto Pulido has helped Chente develop his own style as a drummer, singer, and songwriter. He started his career as a drummer, playing and recording with the likes of Mazz, Jay Perez, La Tropa F, and Bobby Pulido. He then later started recording background vocals for groups like Intocable, Jennifer Peña, and David Lee Garza y Los Musicales. By 1998, Chente ventured on a solo career as a lead vocalist, now fronting his own band, Taconazo, with a blend of Tex-Mex and Down Home Tejano. Since then, Chente has won numerous awards including various Tejano Music Awards, The Tejano Roots Hall Of Fame in 2005, and a GRAMMY win in 2007, for Best Tejano Performance, for the CD Sigue El Taconazo. Chente is now on tour behind his latest CD, Un Nuevo Amor, which is already topping the charts throughout the Tejano industry. Chente is living proof that Tejano music is alive and strong.
9:00pm to 10:15pm / 12:00 am to 1:15am
MASSORE
Beginning of a very young age, Erick the leader of MASSORE showed a great talent for music.This is reflected in his live performances. He and his brothers are better known as GRUPO MASSORE.They have had many hits such as "El Baile de Gorilla" and "Trenecito and "Se Baila Asi" to name a few. MASSORE will bring a live audience and hot music to any venue.
7:30pm to 8:45pm / 10:30pm to 11:45pm
STEFANI MONTIEL
Inspired by her musical ancestry, strengthened through classical training, STEFANI MONTIEL is an undeniable part of the new Latin sound. She is a powerful vocalist who glides from heart wrenching ballads, to salsa infused cumbias, to her signature mix of Latin and R-and-B. Her show equals the brilliance of her Voice. STEFANI MONTIEL delivers a power packed show known to draw other artists interested in watching a cutting edge performance. Listen to her music. See her live show. You'll walk away knowing why STEFANI MONTIEL is one of today's hottest artists in Latin music.
RICKY VALENZ
Ricky Valenz, 3-time Tejano Music Awards winner brings his versatile style on the new “Realizando Suenos” project, featuring some of the industry’s popular names in Tejano music and abroad. Tejano fans are in for treat and big surprises as Ricky expresses new sounds and collaborations. Live the dream…“Realizando Suenos”
ZAVALA
Zavala...better known as Gabriel Zavala in the Latin music industry, is considered to be one of Tejano music's top producers with several Grammy nominated productions and Tejano Music Awards. Zavala brings his unique melodies and fresh new vibe in his latest production, Algo Alternativo.
9:00pm to 10:00pm / 12:00 am to 1:00am
RAMON AYALA
Ramon Ayala is a master Accordianist, vocalist, and songwriter whose career spans well over 40 years. He is among the very few artist that was able to successfully bridge the gap between modern day Tejano Music and modern day Norterno Music. He is well known in the early years of his career for his founding with Cornelio Reyna of the Award Winning Conjunto "Los Relampagos". He formed Los Bravos Del Norte after that time and is a four time award winning Grammy winner in addition to many other awards. He tours all over the US and Mexico and shows no signs of slowing down. He remains a Living Legend of our Music and will be remembered as a founder of modern day "Norteno Music".
7:30pm to 8:45pm / 10:30pm to 11:45pm
DAVID FARIAS
David Farias is one the industry's most influential accordionists in Tejano music today. With more than 40 years in the business David has traveled the world playing for our troops overseas and has toured numerous Americana and Tejano venues with the likes of Flaco Jimenez, Los Lobos. La Tropa F, and Los Texmaniacs. David continues to influence music lovers with his playing skills and style, and is currently a Hohner Accordions endorsee. David is now touring behind his latest CD, Volando Alto.
6:00pm to 7:15pm
TBA
9:00pm to 10:15pm / 12:00 am to 1:15am
MICHAEL SALGADO
He is one the few artists that is quite simply know by one name, "Michael". His music and his rapport with fans continue to re-enforce his commitment to better himself as an artist and a role model. Michael continues to enhance his stature as one of the true "Tejano Superstar" but also in the Mexican Norteno Music Scene. Hiis hit songs and albums have won so many awards, it is impossible to list them all in this short space. He is continually on tour having as many as 150 to 200 performances a year..He has reached out to thousands of Tejano Fans of all ages. He has become a Mainstay of Tejano Explosion.
7:30pm to 8:45pm / 10:30pm to 11:45pm
THE HOMETOWN BOYS
The Grammy Award winning, Tejano Music Award winning, Hometown Boys from Lubbock, Texas have a very basic style of music that appeals to all generations of Tejano Music Fans. In 1996 they were inducted into Lubbock's "Buddy Holly Walk of Fame', to be alongside other Texas Music Legends such as Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison, and Wayland Jennings to name a few. The Hometown Boys continue to bring their special interpretation of our music to us today. They are one of our mainstays and Tejano Explosion would not be the same without them.
6:00pm to 7:15pm
GRUPO HEAT
Grupo Texas Heat was formed in 2012 and has made quite an impact on La Onda Tejana in their own way. In 2013 their single "Convencete" top charts in the Conjunto bracket in San Antonio as well as the Midwest and Arizona. They were also named best new Tejano group by the San Antonio Current Music Awards. The band is a mix of Conjunto/Tejano/County and traditional TexMex sound. The current line up consists of Ryan Edwards (SanAntonio) on lead vocals and Bajo Sexto, Eloy Espinosa (SanAntonio) On Bass/Keyboards, Javier Sandoval (Michigan) on Accordion and Andrew Rodriguez jr. (Pleasanton,TX) on Drums. Grupo Texas Heat still continues to tour and release music in the South Texas Area.