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[8/15] Preview: Jimmy Gonzalez y Grupo Mazz at Desperados in Kyle

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Jimmy GonzalezTonight, the legendary Jimmy Gonzalez y Grupo Mazz return to Desperados in Kyle. The Brownsville native and bonafide Tejano superstar is considered one of the best arrangers and songwriters in Tejano music and, after beginning his career well over thirty years ago, he is still going strong and cranking out hit after hit.

The story of Mazz is nothing short of amazing and is the stuff of movies. Jimmy Gonzalez has seen it all: countless hits, Grammy Awards, Tejano Music Awards, a famously flawed former frontman in Joe Lopez, a famous rivalry with fellow Tejano powerhouse La Mafia, highs and lows, and finally a resurrection with Gonzalez himself as the voice and face of Mazz. Through it all, Gonzalez has consistently written great songs and has continued to be one of the most popular, bankable and reliable acts in Tejano music.

Jimmy’s latest release, Iconic, is now available everywhere, and is yet another solid effort and most definitely “puro Mazz.”

Long story short: Lots of fans, classics and new hits, and well worth the cover charge to see one of the greats. It’s also a birthday party for the man himself, Jimmy Gonzalez and Desperados’ own Eddie Chabarria too! What more could you ask for?

Desperados is located at 110 W. Center Street, just west of I-35 in Kyle. The doors open at 8 p.m.The cover charge is $15 all night long. 21+ are welcome. For more information, message Desperados on Facebook.

[7/3] Preview: La Fiebre at Desperados in Kyle

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La FiebreFriday, July 3 will be another great Tejano show at Desperados in Kyle, when La Fiebre takes the stage. The veteran Houston-area Tejano show band will be making their debut at the new club with its ’90s-flavored hits and new material.

La Fiebre began in the late ’80s, scoring hits, earning a following, and making a name for themselves with their big-time stage show and youthful attitude. The band struck gold with the single “Borracho de Besos” in 1989, a song that remains a favorite at Tejano clubs and events everywhere. Amidst personnel changes, the guys continued to record and tour throughout the ’90s and even scored a Grammy Award nomination in 1998 in the Best Tejano Album category for their Fiebre Live…En Concierto! album.

In 2013, founding member and lead singer Pete Espinoza left the band for health reasons, and was replaced by new singer J. Angel Cantu. Their latest album, Nueva Era, released in December 2014, is available now.

Long story short: Solid ’90s-era Tejano group with a sound similar to La Mafia or La Sombra, excited to come back to central Texas with renewed energy and a new album.

Desperados is located at 110 W. Center Street, just west of I-35 in Kyle. The doors open at 8 p.m.The cover charge is $15 all night long. 21+ are welcome. For more information, message Desperados on Facebook.

[6/26] Preview: Jaime y Los Chamacos at Desperados in Kyle

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Jaime y Los ChamacosFriday, June 26, Jaime y Los Chamacos will make their debut at Desperados in Kyle. The San Antonio powerhouse will bring their high octane stage show to the southern suburb, offering a night of conjunto classics and new recordings.

It’s been nearly three decades since they were chamacos, but Jaime DeAnda and the guys still have the same energy and charisma they did when they first started, and their fans still love them just as much as they did then. Their career has included numerous Grammy and Latin Grammy nominations, two Tejano Music Awards, and hits like “Yolanda,” “Como Te Llamas Paloma,” “Ex-Novia,” and “Pajaro Negro.”

Their most recent album, Born to Be Bad, was released in March and features popurris of favorites and greatest hits as well as special guest conjunto legend Rene Joslin (father of Chamacos bajo sexto player Roel Joslin) on “Al Pie de Este Arbol.”

Long story short: A great band with solid musical credentials with a great following makes for an awesome show. Conjunto power!

Desperados is located at 110 W. Center Street, just west of I-35 in Kyle. The doors open at 8 p.m.The cover charge is $12 before 9 p.m. and $15 after 9 p.m. 21+ are welcome. For more information, message Desperados on Facebook.

[6/19] Preview: Gary Hobbs at Desperados in Kyle

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Gary HobbsTonight Tejano superstar Gary Hobbs returns to Desperados in Kyle. The new club has continued to grow and book the biggest names in Tejano music since opening early this year. Famous for his smooth voice and movie star good looks, the charismatic hitmaker from Eagle Pass is an Austin favorite and frequent performer at Tejano music festivals here in the Live Music Capital of the World.

After beginning his career nearly 30 years ago, Hobbs has worked hard to remain successful and popular in a difficult industry that has seen its ups and downs. In 2001 he began his own independent record label, AMMX Records, which in addition to Hobbs himself, has recorded other top Tejano acts like The Hometown Boys, Ram Herrera, Grupo Stampede and Grupo Fama. The label has also expanded to include Norteño, Pop en Español, cumbias, and Christian music. While he has had many hits during his career, one of his most popular songs is “Las Miradas.”

Long story short: Gary always brings a crowd with his showmanship and solid, synthesizer-flavored Tejano.

Deperados is located at 110 W. Center Street, just west of I-35 in Kyle. The doors open at 8 p.m.The cover charge is $10 before 9 p.m. and $12 after 9 p.m. 21+ are welcome. For more information, message Desperados on Facebook.

[6/5] Preview: Marcos Orozco at Desperados in Kyle

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Marcos OrozcoTonight, one of the most beautiful voices in Tejano music will make his debut at Desperados in Kyle. Award-winning Tejano superstar Marcos Orozco, along with his top-notch backing band, Grupo Rebelde, will bring their special brand of romantic cumbias, rancheras and more to the the new club, which continues to bring some of the biggest acts in Tejano music.

The multi-talented singer, songwriter, producer, arranger and musician began his career in the 1980s with groups Blackjack, Powerhouse, and the legendary Fabulosos 4, but it was his time as the lead singer for David Lee Garza y Los Musicales that propelled him to Tejano music mega popularity. His unmistakable voice is on the megahits ”Tonta,” “Una Noche Mas,” “Tu Boca Roja,” and more, which are still on heavy rotation at Tejano music stations and on DJ playlists everywhere.

After his time with the Musicales, Orozco embarked on a successful solo career with his own group. Tracks from his solo efforts include “Baila Morena,” “Costumbres,” “Una Historia de Amor,” and “Como Un Tigre.” His most recent album, Buenos Dias, is available now, with the single “Buenos Dias Amor” on Tejano stations from coast to coast.

Long story short: With one of the most unique voices in Tejano music history belting out some of his classics and latest hits, the dance floor will be packed with shiny boots, sparkling belt buckles, and twirling cowboy hats.

Desperados is located at 110 W. Center Street, just west of I-35 in Kyle. The doors open at 8 p.m. The cover charge is $8 before 9 p.m. and $10 after 9 p.m. 21+ are welcome. For more information, message Desperados on Facebook.

[5/22] Preview: Ricky Naranjo y Los Gamblers at Desperados in Kyle

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Ricky NaranjoTonight, it’s chanclaso time at Desperados in Kyle with Ricky Naranjo y Los Gamblers. The conjunto powerhouse from Alice, Texas will without a doubt pack the dance floor at the new club, which continues to bring some of the biggest acts in Tejano music.

Ricky’s father, Ruben Naranjo, was and continues to be one of the most beloved performers in conjunto history. His simple but elegant accordion style, coupled with great vocal harmonies and foot-stomping, pull-you-out-of-your-damn-seat rhythm section (Los Gamblers) has been the soundtrack for many a Friday and Saturday night in South Texas and beyond. Ricky spent a number of years playing drums for his dad and, after Ruben’s death in 1998, continued on as bandleader of the Gamblers, faithful to the family legacy and traditional sound featuring Ruben Naranjo III on accordion and Javier and Roger Ramirez on bajo sexto and bass. The Ramirez boys are also Gambler legacies themselves, as they are sons of Ruben’s original bajo sexto player and second vocalist, Pico Ramirez.

Long story short: Two words: “Si Señor!” Seriously, I can’t recommend this show enough. Ricky and the guys don’t make it to Austin very often, except to play a jamaica or a festival. I can’t remember the last time they played a solo show in this area.

Desperados is located at 110 W. Center Street, just west of I-35 in Kyle. The doors open at 8 p.m. The cover charge is $12 before 9 p.m. and $15 after 9 p.m. 21+ are welcome. For more information, message Desperados on Facebook.

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[5/15] Preview: Los A-T Boyz at Desperados in Kyle

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Los A-T Boyz posterOn Friday May 15, Los A-T Boyz will make their debut at Desperados in Kyle. The Austin favorites will be pretty much playing on their home turf in the southern suburb, so expect lots of love from the crowd full of longtime fans, friends, and family.

Los A-T Boyz, formerly known as Alma Tejana, are known for their high energy live show, with la familia Rodriguez masterfully working the stage through each cumbia, ranchera, and charanga. Their sound draws from almost every genre, allowing their creative spirit and radiant energy to shine through during every performance and on every recording. The guys released a single last year, “Mundo de Promesa,” featuring Cacy Savala.

Long story short: It’s always a party with Los A-T Boyz. Expect a packed dancefloor and maybe even some special guests.

Desperados is located at 110 W. Center Street, just west of I-35 in Kyle. The doors open at 8 p.m. The cover charge is $10 before 10 p.m. and $12 after 10 p.m. 21+ are welcome. For more information, message Desperados on Facebook.

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[5/8] Preview: Elida Reyna y Avante at Desperados in Kyle

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Elida posterFriday, May 8, Elida Reyna y Avante returns to Desperados in Kyle. Fans will not be disappointed by the Mercedes native and her band, who always put on a great show highlighted by her truly awesome stage presence and energetic, passionate performance style.

In the past few years, Reyna has dominated Tejano music, consistently taking home honors at the Tejano Music Awards (including Female Vocalist of the Year every year since 2007!), as well as the Latin Grammy Award for Best Tejano Album in 2010. Her solo success, as well as her recent duets with another super-hot performer, Jesse Turner of Siggno, have firmly solidified her Tejano superstar status.

One of the great things about Reyna is that she’s more than eye candy. Although undeniably gorgeous, she has written many of her own songs and has the chops to do any genre she chooses with her strong voice that is never shrill or grating. In fact, aside from the modern Tejano she is known for, she also recorded Mis Raizes back in 2006, an album that featured conjunto favorite Ruben De La Cruz and the legendary Gilberto Perez. On top of all that, she also did a mariachi duet with Michael Salgado and even performed with Salgado for President Barack Obama’s Latino Inauguration ceremony.

Long story short – Elida Reyna is hot, and at the top of her game. Expect an amazing show and large crowd of adoring fans.

Desperados is located at 110 W. Center Street, just west of I-35 in Kyle. The doors open at 8 p.m. The cover charge is $15 all night long. 21+ are welcome. For more information, message Desperados on Facebook.

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