Sotomayor adds celebrity to high court Nov 17, 2009
Standing ovationAt that event, only Sotomayor got a standing ovation when President Barack Obama read a list of famous Hispanics from government, music and acting who were present, including George Lopez, Jimmy Smits, Los Lobos, Sheila E. and Eva Longoria Parker. Parker later pulled Sotomayor on stage with all the musicians and the first family as everyone hugged and exchanged smooches during the finale. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Neko Case on evolutionary path to destinations unknown Nov 5, 2009
"Artists joining her in her Middle Cyclone tour and on the album include guitarist Paul Rigby, bassist Tom V. Ray, vocalist Kelly Hogan, multi-instrumentalist Jon Rauhouse and drummer Barry Mirochnick. And she had more help from friends like Garth Hudson, Sarah Harmer, and members of The New Pornographers, Los Lobos, Calexico, The Sadies, Visqueen, The Lilys, and Giant Sand.Case's sixth studio album, "Middle Cyclone" is filled with songs of tornados and instinct, and there's a wildness to it... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
The best way to do CMJ Oct 20, 2009
His debut solo folk-rock record, Mo Beauty, out this week, was recorded in New Orleans with Crescent City sidemen under the guidance of producer Steve Berlin from Los Lobos ... His debut solo folk-rock record, Mo Beauty, out this week, was recorded in New Orleans with Crescent City sidemen under the guidance of producer Steve Berlin from Los Lobos. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
White House celebrates Hispanic musical heritage Oct 15, 2009
David Hidalgo, a singer-songwriter for the Chicano rock band Los Lobos, said the concert is important because it gives performers "a chance to show a little bit of our culture." The group performed its hit "La Bamba.". Marc Anthony, Pete Escovedo, his daughter Sheila E., and Tito "El Bambino" also performed. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
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Members of the band Los Lobos, from left to right, Cesar Rosas, Steve Berlin, David Hidalgo, Louie Perez, and Conrad Lozano are seen on the South Lawn of the White House, Tuesday in Washington, before a performance celebrating Hispanic musical heritage ... David Hidalgo, a singer-songwriter for the Chicano rock band Los Lobos, said the concert is important because it gives performers "a chance to show a little bit of our culture." The group performed its hit "La Bamba." Marc Anthony, Pete... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Rain menaces music at fair Oct 13, 2009
The fair has concerts with contemporary Christian singer Michael W. Smith (tonight), Tex-Mex rockers Los Lobos (Wednesday) and Stone Temple Pilots (Thursday). Lebouef recalls it sprinkling some at concerts in recent years and the show continuing. (Fresno Bee)
Young Wesson musicians to play at Guard event Oct 13, 2009
Photo By ADAM NORTHAM Wessons Eric Sharp (left) and Ryan Spear are preparing to play a volunteer gig for returning and deployed soldiers of the Mississippi National Guard this weekend in Jackson after cutting their teeth musically every Saturday night at Los Lobos restaurant in their hometown ... Wesson's Eric Sharp, 15, and Ryan Spear, 14, are taking a break from their weekly acoustic duets at Los Lobos restaurant Saturday to perform for America's warriors at a Mississippi National Guard... (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Viejas Hosts California's Largest BBQ Cooking Championship Oct 9, 2009
This years event has also expanded to include two stages of live entertainment featuring Los Lobos, The Texas Tornados and many more; multiple beer gardens with craft beers; a kids play area; vendors; and all the sights, sounds and smells a barbeque lover can handle. The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, October 17 in the Viejas Outlet Center Parking lot, directly across from the Viejas Casino. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Obama nominates 2 for appeals court seats Oct 7, 2009
Other entertainers will include Jimmy Smits, Pete Escovedo, George Lopez, Thalia, Los Lobos, Tito El Bambino, and Aventura. Sheila E. will lead the house band. (Boston Globe)
Your user's guide to The Big Fresno Fair Oct 4, 2009
LOS LOBOS: Tex-Mex, roots rock, rhythm and blues, country Los Lobos can play it all on Oct. 14. 7:30 p.m. $15-$20. (Fresno Bee)
What is Americana Music? Sep 17, 2009
Ry Cooder-- Guitar genius whose style has influenced everyone from the Rolling Stones to Los Lobos. According to Rhapsody. (Suite101.com)
Celebrity birthdays for Sept. 13-19 Sep 10, 2009
Saxophonist Steve Berlin of Los Lobos is 54. Country singer-songwriter Beth Nielsen Chapman is 53. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
You have been in charge of this country all your lives. Now, you feel yourselves losing control. Others are no... Sep 1, 2009
Wah, wah, wah, I didn't get to see Los Lobos because someone else bought the tickets. I'm a real fan I should have been given a ticket. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
I saw so much shredded rubber on the side of I-20 to Augusta yesterday that I could open a recycled tire plan... Aug 31, 2009
The Los Lobos show was sold out, and real fans couldn't get tickets because you wanted to sit in your high-backed chairs, talk to your friends, and diminish the experience for those who were there for the band. Score: 1. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Sony Music Entertainment and Experience Hendrix Announce an Exclusive Licensing Partnership for Legendary Jimi Hendrix Catalog Aug 30, 2009
Participating artists on these tours have included Robert Randolph, Carlos Santana, Paul Rodgers, Buddy Guy, Jonny Lang, Eric Johnson, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, members of Pearl Jam, Aerosmith, the Doors, Los Lobos and many others. Details about the 2010 Experience Hendrix Tour will soon be revealed. (PR Newswire)
A little Latino flair to the travelin music this evening Aug 29, 2009
One of my favorite bands is Los Lobos, an L.A.-based group that features a unique Mexican blues/rock fusion ... I hope Los Lobos play this one tonight, it s one of their best ... In the same vein as Los Lobos, gave fantastic live shows. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
T-Mobile USA Named Title Sponsor of the 2009 San José Mariachi and Mexican Heritage Festival Presented by Target Aug 28, 2009
Among the artists performing at the Festival with ties to Chavez movement to improve the lives of farm workers are Joan Baez, Carlos Santana, Los Lobos and Little Joe y La Familia ... The Festivals weeklong schedule includes a concert by Ms. Baez, a musical revue entitled Mariachi Goes to the Movies, celebrating Mexicos Golden Era of Mexican film and a rock concert with special guests Los Lobos, Carols Santana, and Little Joe y La Familia appearing in a music tribute to... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Tickets for Fresno fair concerts go on sale Aug 19, 2009
Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Fresno Bee)
Dylan releasing Christmas album Aug 11, 2009
David Hidalgo of Los Lobos, who played accordion on Dylan's chart-topping latest album Together Through Life, is one of the musicians who took part in the sessions, it said. "It is a personal project of Dylan himself rather than an idea put forward by his record company," Isis said. (The Age, Australia)
Dylan to release Christmas album Aug 9, 2009
David Hidalgo of Los Lobos, who played accordion on Dylan's chart-topping latest album "Together Through Life," is one of the musicians who took part in the sessions, it said. advertisement. (MSNBC -- News)
Fresno fair adds hip-hop star Drake Jul 24, 2009
Tickets for already-announced concerts with the likes of Barenaked Ladies, Dwight Yoakam and Los Lobos can be purchased at. Check fresnobee. (Fresno Bee)
• 'Set the place on fire'From polka to rockabilly at next weekend's folk festival Jul 24, 2009
""They're half Los Lobos and half urban rockabilly. Trust me, they will set the place on fire," Kramer said.The two organizers are also jazzed about Olin and the Moon, which features four youngsters from the Wood River Valley who moved to Los Angeles. Their debut album, "Terrible Town," features the story of a young band moving from a small town to a big city. Making the group's first appearance before Wood River Valley friends and family since the move are David and Travis LaBrel, Marshall Vore... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Crowds expected for Buffalo concerts Jun 26, 2009
Buffalo Place is presenting its weekly Thursday at the Square concert tonight featuring Latino rockers Los Lobos ... Los Lobos could be one of the biggest crowds we have all year, Joseph said. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Nocturnals want to make up for rained-out show Jun 26, 2009
He won four Grammy awards for composing and producing the music for the movie "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" and has produced albums for such artists as Elvis Costello, Counting Crows, Los Lobos, Roy Orbison, and Alison Krauss and Robert Plant. This album, due out in October, is the seventh overall for Potter and the band's second for Ragged Company/Hollywood Records. (Albany Times Union)
Lowell and the Lobos Jun 25, 2009
In 2006, Los Lobos ended its Lowell show with half the audience dancing on stage with them. Who knows what will happen Saturday when the five-piece band blends its blues, rockabilly, and Latin music at the kick-off show for the Lowell Summer Music Series. (Boston Globe)
Links to other featured weather-related tunes Jun 17, 2009
by Los Lobos 8/30/06. by Led Zeppelin 8/23/06. (USA Today -- Weather)
Upfronts 2009: V-me Mixes In Short-, Long-Form Fare May 26, 2009
Among the others in the specials' spotlight: Flaco Jimnez, Carlos Santana, Linda Ronstadt, Los Lobos, Gloria and Emilio Estefan; Juanes, Miami rapper Pitbull, Reggaeton's Daddy Yankee and Tego Caldern, and Lin-Manuel Miranda of the Tony-winning "In the Heights.". The channel is owned by V-me Media, Inc., a partnership of New York City PBS member station WNET, and private investors. (Multichannel News)
V-me Upfront 2009-2010 May 21, 2009
Featured profiles and performances include Salsa legends Willie Colon and Marc Anthony; Latin-flavored rock from Motown to the Rolling Stones; Flaco Jimenez; Carlos Santana; Linda Ronstadt; Los Lobos; Gloria and Emilio Estefan; Juanes; Miami rapper Pitbull; Reggaeton's Daddy Yankee and Tego Calderon; and Lin-Manuel Miranda of the Tony-winning "In the Heights.". Docu-Reality Series. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
One million views and counting May 19, 2009
This cross-generational celebration will feature high-profile speakers such as author Sandra Cisneros, fashion designer Carmen Marc Valvo, former mayor of San Antonio Henry G. Cisneros, sports commentator Jorge Ramos, along with entertainment from Grammy Award winners David Lee Garza and Los Lobos. Festival activities for attendees will include a marketplace; forums addressing health, wellness and financial security topics; free health screenings; a job fair; and a banner weekend of musical... (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Summer events listings May 17, 2009
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Stage set for 'Thursday in the Square' May 15, 2009
The line-up, released appropriately on Thursday night, features such acts as Los Lobos, George Clinton & Parliament/Funkadelic, Robert Randolph & the Family Band, Great Big Sea, Bruce Hornsby and Gov t Mule ... June 25 -- Los Lobos. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
San Jose Mariachi Festival lineup announced May 7, 2009
Also on tap is a concert with special guests Los Lobos, Linda Ronstadt and Carlos Santana, appearing together for the first time to honor Cesar Chavez. The Festival also will present an evening with Joan Baez. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Heritage is also a draw at Jazz Fest May 6, 2009
Emmylou Harris, Allen Toussaint, members of Los Lobos and Chuck Brown, "The godfather of Go-Go," were interviewed and took questions from the audience. "We try to make it a cross section of the music on the stages," Sandmel said. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Bob Dylan's and Neil Young's latest May 5, 2009
Some of that warmth comes from the border country musical touches, in particular the accordion of Los Lobos' David Hidalgo, but also from the easy tempos and hints of a smile at the edges of that gruff voice. Listen to the way he wolfishly sings of a temptress from the Dolly Parton back catalogue in Jolene or is practically supine in his dolorous Tex-Mex serenade This Dream Of You and you hear a man enjoying himself. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Jazz Fest closes on an upbeat note May 4, 2009
During Sunday's 3-to-4 p.m. slot alone, they had to choose between Young anchoring one of the two main stages at one end and Latino roots rockers Los Lobos at the other. In between were tents and outdoor stages featuring jazz pianist Ellis Marsalis (who played the first fest), the Crocodile Gumboot Dancers of South Africa, Mardi Gras Indian group Big Chief Bo Dollis & the Wild Magnolias and bluesman Eric Lindell. (USA Today)
Jeezy pulls gig over flu concerns May 2, 2009
US group Los Lobos, best known for their 1987 global hit La Bamba, as well as singers Alejandro Fernandez and Marco Antonio Solis, are among the acts affected by the cancellations in Mexico. British musician Kieran Hebden - otherwise known as Four Tet - has also called off a gig in Mexico City, according to trade magazine Music Week. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Gambit, WWLTV.com's picks for the second weekend of Jazz Fest Apr 30, 2009
Autos HomeCenter Free Classifieds. 11:16 PM CDT on Wednesday, April 29, 2009. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Dylan finds the rhythms of love Apr 29, 2009
Dylan co-wrote all but one of the tracks here with Grateful Dead lyricist Robert Hunter and played with a stellar backing band featuring stalwart bassist Tony Garnier, Heartbreakers guitarist Mike Campbell, and accordionist David Hidalgo of Los Lobos. This gifted crew evokes different musical locales over the course of 10 ambling tracks. (Boston Globe)
BOB DYLAN: TOGETHER THROUGH LIFE Apr 29, 2009
It's blues rock supported with horns as well as accordion riffs by David Hidalgo, on loan from Los Lobos. Hidalgo's squeeze-box accents lend a number of the tracks a Tejano flavor, which slightly breaks the blues hold on "Together Through Life.". (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Braves need offensive spark Apr 29, 2009
Among artists covering his tunes on this album: Los Lobos, Alejandro Escovedo, Greg Dulli, Dave Alvin, Flaco Jimenez, Delbert McClinton, Jimmy Vaughan, the Gourds and Joe King Carrasco. But my favorite tune on it might be Little Willie G s version of She s About a Mover. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Music Review: Bob Dylan's new one drags Apr 29, 2009
This is a batch of mostly pedestrian compositions in a bluesy style, with Los Lobos' David Hidalgo's accordion giving several of the cuts a Tex-Mex feel. My Wife's Home Town (that would be hell) with blues maestro Willie Dixon getting a co-writing credit, and It's All Good best flash a nimble wit. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
What Is Bob Dylan Laughing At? Apr 28, 2009
David Hidalgo from Los Lobos plays accordion throughout, staining each song the way the violin does on. The feel fits Ani Difranco's definition of a record as explained : "A record of an event/ The event of people playing music in a room." It's raw and organic with lots of little winks, both lyrical and musicala steel pedal one minute, a collection of tight little guitar riffs the next. (Slate)
In 2009, Earth Day is for everybody, every day Apr 20, 2009
The Earth Day Network organized the festivities on the Mall, which featured musicians Los Lobos, actor Chevy Chase and others. There are events all week in other major U.S. cities and around the globe. (USA Today -- News)
Lowdown on Ozomatli Apr 16, 2009
For fans of: Los Lobos, Santana, Jurassic 5. Trivia: Despite the band's vocal anti-war and anti-Bush stance over the past eight years, Ozomatli is one of America's leading musical ambassadors, performing in Third World countries on outreach tours sponsored by the State Department. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
The Flaming Lips to Headline Earth Day on the National Mall This Sunday, April 19, 2009 Apr 16, 2009
--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Multi-Grammy Award winners, THE FLAMING LIPS along with their friends moe, Los Lobos and others, will perform during Earth Day On The National Mall by Earth Day Network in partnership with Green Apple Festival Day in Washington DC this Sunday, April 19. The free event on the National Mall will be emceed by actor Chevy Chase and will also feature performances by DJ Spooky, the Howard University Drummers and the Joy of Motion Dance Center's teen hip hop company, Urban Impact. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Dylan is doing what he wants Apr 15, 2009
He enlisted some buddies, including Tom Petty's guitarist Mike Campbell and Los Lobos co-founder David Hidalgo, and hit on a sound that refreshes the roots of rock'n'roll. Here's a quick response. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Flaming Lips To Headline Earth Day Show Apr 15, 2009
and Los Lobos also will perform in Washington, along with DJ Spooky and the Howard University Drummers. Other concerts and volunteer projects are planned in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles and six other cities. (W-USA News, DC)
Malibu Performing Arts Center property to be auctioned Mar 26, 2009
"By Olivia Damavandi / Staff WriterAfter recently declaring bankruptcy, the nonprofit Vineyard Christian Fellowship of Malibu must sell all its assets, including the property behind City Hall on Stuart Ranch Road that houses the Malibu Performing Arts Center, or MPAC. The city has made an offer to buy the property but Jim Stang, VCFM's bankruptcy lawyer, says it's too low.Prior to bankruptcy, the fellowship received a notice of foreclosure after defaulting on a 12,750,000 loan from... (Malibu Times, CA)
Malibu Vineyard in danger of closing (11) Mar 22, 2009
Wednesday, September 10, 2008 Edition. " By 2006, all construction was complete.Shively stated that rumors about Vineyard Christian Fellowship's financial inability to make loan payments couldn't be further from the truth."The recording industry has never been worse, but the music industry has never been better," he said, adding that some of the world's most famous music artists frequent MPAC to make music videos, record albums and rehearse live shows, among many other purposes including benefit... (Malibu Times, CA)
Joaquin Guzman Loera: Billionaire Drug Lord Mar 13, 2009
Established notorious groups of henchmen, known as "Los Chachos," "Los Negros," "Los Texas," and "Los Lobos," which are suspected of committing more than 1,000 murders across Mexico, including the killing of cocaine rival Rodolfo Carrillo Fuentes of the Juarez Cartel. Arrested in Mexico in 1993 for murder and drug charges following the accidental shooting death of Mexican Bishop Juan Jesus Posadas Ocampo in Guadalajara, killed by a competing cartel who mistook Ocampo for Guzman. (Time.com)
Ex-Maverick Malo turns attention back to original work Mar 12, 2009
I'm really looking forward to this," he said.Once the Cuban-American musician went back to his own compositions, Los Lobos sax player Steve Berlin ---- who helmed the Los Super Seven and "Today" discs ---- returned to co-produce."I just couldn't get rid of him," Malo said jokingly. "He just called and called. All kidding aside, we had a really great time the first time around. (North County Times)
Tequila Time , the new Release from Natasha James, A Triple Shot of Triple AAA/Americana Already Making Waves at Radio Mar 5, 2009
Her vocals have been compared to Bonnie Raitt, Janis Joplin, Stevie Nicks, Joan Baez; her music to Van Morrison, Los Lobos, Allman Bros, Neil Young, Johnny Cash see for yourself you might just wanna join her "south of the border, livin' on Tequila Time." From the opener, "Takes Alotta Love," to the last track, "Modern Life," you'll find yourself tapping and humming to high-energy, upbeat songs of broken hearts, desert sunsets, south-of-the-border bars, NYC east village dawns, and that endless... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Review: `Fired Up!' is rah-rah-raunchy Feb 20, 2009
NEW YORK - Nearly two dozen guitars are scattered on the floor and sofa in Conan O'Brien's office in Rockefeller Center, most of them gifts from musicians like Eddie Van Halen, Los Lobos, Les Paul and Brian Setzer. SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
MoFo Party Band timeline Feb 20, 2009
1994 -- After two years of playing the Fresno club circuit pretty hard, MoFo Party Band scores a spot opening for Los Lobos at the Wilson Theatre. 1996 -- The band releases its first CD, 10 Dynamite Hits. (Fresno Bee)
