Romero’s final album “Mi Tesoro,” released last March, was not submitted in time to be considered for a nomination at the annual event held by the New Mexico Hispano Music Association.
“We have let our beautiful angel down,” said a post on Romero’s Facebook page. “Ernestine handled everything regarding her musical career and because of this, her very last CD, ‘Mi Tesoro’, commemorating her 20 years in the music industry will not be included for the 29th Annual Hispano Music Awards show.”
“Despite all of our efforts to have her included in this year’s awards show, Ernestine will not have her last opportunity to showcase the lifelong work and dedication to her music in her home state of New Mexico,” the post added.
“We want to personally apologize to all of Ernestine’s fans and thank you for all of the continued love, support, and tributes for Ernestine, her musical career and keeping her legacy alive,” said the post.
The 27th annual Hispano Music Awards are scheduled for Saturday, January 18, 2020, at the Ohkay Hotel and Casino Conference Center in Espanola, New Mexico. Nominations will be announced Jan. 4.
Romero celebrated her 20th year in the music industry with the release of “Mi Tesoro”, the 10th album from the singer. She was a multiple New Mexico Hispano Music Awards winner and was a nominee for Female Vocalist of the Year at the Tejano Music Awards in 2016.
Ernestine Romero will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award and a tribute performance has been planned for the late New Mexico singer at the 29th annual Hispano Music Awards on Jan. 18.
The New Mexico Hispano Music Association, organizers of the annual awards show, is committed to promoting New Mexico Hispano music and proudly supports its members.
The singer’s family offered their explanation for the lack of nominations. “We have let our beautiful angel down,” said a post on Romero’s Facebook page. “Ernestine handled everything regarding her musical career and because of this, her very last CD, ‘Mi Tesoro’, commemorating her 20 years in the music industry will not be included for the 29th Annual Hispano Music Awards show.”
“Despite all of our efforts to have her included in this year’s awards show, Ernestine will not have her last opportunity to showcase the lifelong work and dedication to her music in her home state of New Mexico,” the post added.
The NMHMA also addressed the lack of nominations for Romero’s last album after fans expressed their concerns via social media. “We recognize public sentiment regarding this concern and respect the family’s explanation to her fans regarding ‘Mi Tesoro’ not being considered for a nomination for this year’s award show,” the association said.
The NMHMA shared details for plans to honor Romero this year at the Hispano Music Awards.
“Historically, the NMHMA has always paid tribute to members that have passed,” said the organization via social media. “This year is no exception; immediately upon her passing, the board began planning its tribute to Ernestine that will be featured at this year’s award show. The tribute will feature a memoriam video, a musical performance featuring her music and the presentation of the Lifetime Achievement Award posthumously.”
“Ernestine’s contributions to the New Mexico music industry will forever be remembered,” the organization added. “We proudly have supported Ernestine since her first performance at the Children and Youth Competition throughout her entire musical career.”
The 27th annual Hispano Music Awards are scheduled for Saturday, January 18, 2020, at the Ohkay Hotel and Casino Conference Center in Espanola, New Mexico.
Romero celebrated her 20th year in the music industry with the release of “Mi Tesoro”, the 10th album from the singer. She was a multiple New Mexico Hispano Music Awards winner and was a nominee for Female Vocalist of the Year at the Tejano Music Awards in 2016.
Jaime DeAnda has released his second solo single “Pequeña Y Fragil / No Me Has Olvidado,” a Conjunto cumbia that is sure to get his fans amped up!
The Conjunto icon wasted no time getting back into the studio after the success of his first solo single “Puro DeAnda Especial,” released in April 2019. The new single was produced by Julian “Jullzz” Johnson and mixed and mastered by and legendary engineer Tony Gonzalez for 77J Money Music.
DeAnda is back and adding a new flavor to his old school sound with the help of his new band members of JDA including Ted “T-Rex” Villalobos on Bajo, drummer Jorge “Hawk” Arellano and the bad boy himself Carlos “Shades” Gonzalez on bass. JDA is in full force and ready to prove that Jaime “The Icon” Deanda is his own Legacy!
“Pequeña Y Fragil / No Me Has Olvidado” is available now at all digital music platforms or HearNow.com. Learn more about Jaime DeAnda and JDA at the official website JaimeDeAnda1979.com.
Mike Torres III and John Ontiveros of La 45 with Little Joe / Facebook photo
The next generation of Chicano music will team with the King of the Brown Sound for a new single that will be released later this month. La 45 and Little Joe are currently recording a collaboration.
Photos shared by La 45 co-founder Mike Torres III via social media feature Little Joe, Torres and La 45 co-founder John Ontiveros recording a song with the caption, “A new decade. A new chapter in Chicano music history.”
Tejano Nation reached out to Torres for details and he said, “I have had a few full circle moments in my life, but I have been waiting for this one for a long time. I’m so excited and can’t wait for everyone to hear it. That being said…I can’t say anymore…YET.”
Torres and Ontiveros spent many years as part of Little Joe’s band and will now record a collaboration with one of their mentors and influences.
Tejano Nation will have more details on this amazing collaboration soon.
Tejano icon and star Veronique Medrano has released the new single off her upcoming untitled album, “Hola y Adiós”. This cumbia stretches the boundaries of Tejano in exciting new ways as she infuses Latin-Pop and Rock creating Tejano Alternativo.
The song is definitely an expression of liberation. This song is a departure from other releases as it is the first time her writing is taking the lead for an album.
“I always felt that it was only right to have other writer’s songs take the lead,” Veronique told Tejano Nation. “Having my writing on display and my creative work. I’m indie again and all the lessons I’ve learned over the past six years in the industry culminate into this beautiful creation that melds all my musical taste in unknown ways.”
The creative team behind this song and upcoming album is young and join Veronique in musical strength. Producers Mike Torres III and John Ontiveros of LA 45 are behind this song and the whole upcoming new album.
When asked what they could divulge on the creative direction of the record the duo said, “Veronique does not draw within the lines. She represents Chicanas in the modern era. We wanted to push her creatively and doing so meant giving her the space to write and create without limiting what it should sound like.”
“Hola y Adiós” is a perfect record for the new year, as this cumbia says “Adiós” to the old and “Hola” to all the new possibilities that the industry has to offer.
Christian Serratos and Madison Taylor Baez | Photo: Instagram/@MadisonTaylorBaez
Netflix announced “Selena: The Series” with a promo video in late 2018 with an expected launch date of the series for later this year in 2020.
The series stars “Walking Dead” actress Christian Serratos as Selena, but young Selena will be portrayed by nine-year-old Madison Taylor Baez and she spoke about joining the cast of the highly-anticipated series with “California Live.”
“I am so excited, I can’t believe it,” Baez said. “It was really fun being on set. I got to relive the moments in Selena’s life that happened to her and that was just really cool to relive the moments in Selena’s life.”
The young singer and actress from California added that her parents helped her learn about the “Queen of Cumbia.”
“I didn’t know who Selena was, but my mom and dad were huge fans of Selena and they told me about her and I was like, ‘Oh my gosh, is there a movie about her?’,” she said. “I watched the movie and I just fell in love with her.”
The Quintanilla family is fully involved with the project and series including Selena’s sister Suzette Quintanilla as executive producer.
“Selena: The Series,” which also stars Ricardo Chavira as Abraham Quintanilla, will stream on Netflix in 2020 and follows the beloved singer’s road to fame before her untimely murder at the age of 23 in 1995.
Liz Garcia at 2019 Tejano Music Awards in San Antonio, Texas. | Photo: Munoz Snapshots
Rising Tejano talent Liz Garcia has released her latest single “Si Tus Ojos.”
The fresh, upbeat tune is an original song written by Garcia and produced by Robert Arista Briones for Studio Terra Productions. It will make you smile while at the same time getting you up to dance.
“I sing to love and I am focused on our new generation,” Garcia told Tejano Nation. “I want them to be able to relate to my songs.”
This is the second single released from Garcia’s upcoming sophomore album titled “Una Estrella,” expected to be released in late 2020. The album’s lead single “En Peligro De Extinción,” a sweet cumbia cover, was a successful introduction for the San Antonio, Texas singer’s next album.
“Si Tus Ojos” is available now at all digital music platforms.
The visual for “Adios Hasta Nunca” was directed by Ryan Bazan Films in the beautiful town of Pleasanton, Texas. The filming location was very special to Diaz as she is the fifth generation to her family’s ranch at the birthplace of the cowboys.
Diaz is a vivacious former Miss San Antonio that first made her debut to the music scene in 2018. Her first single entitled “La Reina Del Baile” was a summer hit produced by multi-Grammy award winner Gilbert Velasquez.
Diaz began her artistic journey over 25 years ago as a dancer and has performed on stages throughout the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean. As a trailblazer of the performing arts, Krystal founded award-winning Danzavida De San Antonio Dance Company in 2008, where she is the Artistic Director and offers a dance education to dancers of all ages.
Being a multi-talented artist she has successfully crossed over to recording and writing her own music. This has been a dream turn reality. Coming from an artistic musical family, she has a love for all music, especially Tejano and Latin music and loves to incorporate her dance in her music videos. Short filming allows her to express her creativity and animation captivating her viewers.
After a few years of presenting so many elite Tejano artists with the official Tejano Music Award trophy as a TTMA trophy model, she soon was convinced she wanted to become a recording artist herself.
The San Antonio, Texas-based singer is currently working on her debut album that will release songs showcasing an array of musical styles and the diversity of different genres of music. Her current music is available at all digital music platforms, social media sites and on her YouTube channel.
As a performer, you will also see her perform live throughout Texas at many events and festivals both singing and dancing.
She is an avid trendsetter and takes pride in perfecting her craft both on and off stage and describes her musical journey as epic as she incorporates both song and dance in her performances.
Film making is her absolute favorite as it allows her to have an expressive outlet to help bring her music to life.
Being a role model to many young girls she mentors, the message is simple, “With passion and hard work you can achieve all your dreams.”
She feels blessed beyond measure to work with and know incredible individuals that support her music.
Tejano music legend Ruben Ramos has done it all over his career of more than six decades including multiple Tejano Music Awards, Grammy winner and now you can actor to his legendary resume.
“El Gato Negro” will be on the big screen in a new movie titled “On American Soil.” The action-adventure film is about illegal border crossings and dangerous encounters, especially for one ex-border agent.
“We are so happy to have Ruben Ramos on the cast for this film and he has been such a kind and humble personality, his character’s name is Carlos, and I don’t want to give away too much of his character so everyone can see it in the movie,” said Michael L Garcia, Jr., writer and producer for the film. “He is a class act and one of a kind, it’s an honor to have him involved and we are grateful to him for joining the OAS family.”
The movie will begin filming in March and launched a crowdfunding campaign via Indiegogo. You can support the project by clicking here and donate any amount.
Another Grammy winner is expected to join the cast for the movie that will feature young Latino actors. Two more Tejano artists will be a part of the project including singer and accordionist Bree Jimenez and her sister Gabby Jimenez. Bree received a Tejano Music Awards nomination for Best New Artist in 2017 for her debut album “Baila Mi Cumbia.”
“These sisters are so talented musically we can’t wait to see them in their first film,” said Garcia.
Stay up to date on the film’s latest news on the official Facebook page, On American Soil.
Veronique Medrano performs at 2019 Tejano Music Awards Fan Fair in San Anotnio, Texas. | Photo: Bobby Villela
The Texas Talent Musicians Association (TTMA) presents the Tejano Music Awards Fan Fair 2020. Set for March 12-15, 2020. (Thursday-Sunday). Thousands of Tejano music fans from across the world will travel to Historic Market Square in Downtown San Antonio for the Tejano music event of the year.
The four-day event runs from 12:00 noon to 11:00 pm each night and will showcase over 200 bands from across the U.S. to include Arizona, California, Colorado, New Mexico, Florida and of course Texas. The TMA Fan Fair draws over 100,000 die-hard fans each year and offers an up-close and personal atmosphere with live music on five stages featuring emerging acts and top established performers as well as surprise guest performances.
The family-oriented event has plenty of traditional food, beverage and vendor booths as well as Tejano Music merchandise. Fans will get exclusive access to their favorite artists participating in the special autograph sessions scheduled during the four days of TMA Fan Fair.
For the latest information on Tejano Music Awards Fan Fair 2020 and performance schedule please visit the official website at www.tejanomusicawards.com. Schedule subject to change.
Tejano Roots Hall of Fame member and concert promoter Jim Luna with his family opened up Lunacy Taco Shack, a food establishment in his hometown of Angleton, Texas.
A special ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Brazoria County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the Lions Club and Mayor pro tem commemorated the grand opening on Saturday, January 11.
The community and many from the surrounding areas came out to support in full force as they gathered for food and live entertainment. The event featured special guest artist appearances and performances by Devin Banda, Christina Valdez, Stefani Sullivan, and Gabriel Zavala.
From left to right: Jim Luna, Christina Valdez, Harvey Valdez, Gabriel Zavala, Devin Banda and Ryan Luna.
“To be surrounded by your family, friends and the community this way is just so overwhelming with emotion,” said Luna. “I along with my son Ryan and wife Belinda want to personally thank you all for your continuous support and for helping making our grand opening such a huge success.”
Lunacy Taco Shack is located at 621 West Mulberry Street in Angleton. For days and hours of operation along with menu options visit the official Facebook page.
The much-anticipated release of the live concert DVD from Grupo Negami is almost here. Filmed at the historic TBH Talento Bilingue de Houston, the band reunited with some of the original members to celebrate the group’s 20th anniversary.
“It was a long time in the making and I’m so happy with how it all turned out,” said Carlos Villegas of Grupo Negami. “I sat and watched the finished production and got very emotional. The fans are in for such a spectacular show.”
You can watch the premiere of the official music video for “Se Me Olvido” from the live concert DVD this Thursday, January 16, exclusively on Tejano Nation.
Anthony Trevino performs at 2019 Tejano Music National Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada. | Photo: Vic Gonzalez
Former Hometown Boys accordionist Anthony Trevino has teamed up with former members of the legendary Conjunto group to form a new band, South Tx Homies, and dropped a teaser of their debut single.
The song titled “Te Vas Te Vas” will officially be available at all digital music platforms on Jan. 24.
The group posted on social media that their full album is in its final stages and expect to have a released date for the debut album soon.
South Tx Homies describe their sound as Tejano/Conjunto and added they look to take things to a new level with familiar faces. More details on other members of the band will be released soon.
Grupo Negami premiered the official music video for “Se Me Olvido,” from the group’s much anticipated live concert DVD.
The live concert DVD, Negami Live, was filmed at the historic TBH Talento Bilingue de Houston and reunited some of the original members to celebrate the group’s 20th anniversary in 2019.
Newcomer Krystal Diaz shared details on her latest single, “Adios Hasta Nunca,” her upcoming debut album and much more with the “Domingo Live” TV show.
Diaz spoke to “Domingo Live” host Barbi Leo about her third solo single. “(It’s) my first original song,” she said. “I was very anxious and excited to release this song because it’s like my little baby, it’s my own. It has so many personal, just connections to my actual life.”
“My main goal and my main focus for 2020 is, of course, stay in the studio, keep working on that album, and working on more original music,” added Diaz.
The former Miss Teen San Antonio also spoke on her entertainment career, which began at the age of two, her dance studio and school in San Antonio and much more, including performing a few songs.
Krystal Diaz performs “La Reina del Baile” on “Domingo Live”
Little Joe is part of the collaboration. | YouTube
An all-star bilingual collaboration from Tejanos for Diabetes of the classic hit “Stand By Me” released on Monday hopes to bring awareness to the deadly disease.
“As we hear and see our loved ones fighting against this evil disease that seems to be growing amongst not only Hispanics/Latinos, but the entire race of humanity, we can only hope and pray for a cure,” said Torres of New Variety Band in a social media post. “We encourage every person to follow the guidelines in order to prevent and keep diabetes under control.”
The collaboration was produced by Jorge Slomski for Graphic Studio Music and mixed and mastered by multiple Grammy winner Gilbert Velasquez, who also shared his amazing guitar skills.
Tejanos For Diabetes is a program created to provide free assistance to fight diabetes to Texas communities supported by local civic groups, local and Texas leaders, health practitioners, and recording artists. The organization will provide vital information to Hispanics to help them understand the symptoms of this killer decease which is is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, according to TejanosForDiabetes.com.
The video is dedicated to Tejano singers, musicians and community members that have died due to complications with diabetes, including Jimmy Gonzalez, Nick Villarreal, Jerry De La Rosa, Luis Silva, Martin Garcia, Pete Garza, Pete Ojeda, Margo Morones, Pete Gonzales, and Oscar Flores.
The project is also dedicated to “all diabetes survivors that struggle every day with their treatments and suffering.”
Fiesta de la Flor, the two-day music festival honoring late Latin music icon Selena, has officially been canceled, according to Q Productions.
KIII-TV reports that Joseph E. Valdez, the Public Relations Director of Q Productions, said in an email that “there is no more Fiesta de la Flor festival” when asked about an update on the festival’s search for a new location.
In October, Q Productions announced the festival would no longer be held in Corpus Christi, Texas, but sponsors and the company said at the time they were interested in continuing the tradition in another location.
Fiesta de la Flor was held in the Grammy-winning singer’s hometown over the last five years.
Rick Balderrama is taking his current fifth album, “La Patria,” an album dedicated to his late father, Tejano legend Henry Balderrama, to the next level with the re-release of the album via digital media on a custom USB drive.
Balderrama teamed with John Negrete at Matson Multimedia to give fans a new way of listening to music.
“The whole concept is pretty cool,” Balderrama told Tejano Nation.
He becomes the first Tejano and Latin artist to release his album this way and believes it is the future of music distribution.
“The whole concept, of course, my brother has a 2019 Honda Accord and it does not have a CD player,” said Balderrama. “All these new vehicles going forward, they don’t have CD players but they have USB.”
This new approach of custom USB albums began in recent years with independent artists wanting to give fans bonus material, including music videos, band member profiles, song lyrics and so much more. It allows artists to give fans more information than CD or vinyl.
Standard CDs store just under 740 MB of music, while USB drives generally start with a minimum of 1 GB storage with up to 32 GB capacity. It’s a customized and effective way to release music, create a buzz and provide audiophiles and music collectors with special edition mementos.
Balderrama plans to re-release all four of his previous albums and his upcoming sixth album via USB. The package will still include a CD for fans. The re-release of “La Patria” with USB drive is available at RickBalderrama.com.
Elida Reyna is selling her beautiful Mediterranean style home in South Texas.
The two-time Latin Grammy-winning singer is planning a move to San Antonio, according to a social media post by her husband and Avante bandleader Lalo Reyna.
“Well, after months and months of talking about it, Elida and I have decided to sell our house and make the move to San Antonio,” he said. “We have so many plans for our future and we feel a change in cities may be the best option for us.”
The gorgeous four-bedroom home with an office is located in a beautiful gated community in Weslaco, Texas and is available now for you to own.
Photos of the home boast gorgeous curb appeal with fountain feature and beautiful stone design on columns. Grand entry with beautiful wrought iron design on the staircase and much more.
Photo of home owned by Elida and Lalo Reyna. | Courtesy photo
