REGGAETON RISING: J Balvin talks Beyoncé, worldwide success and 'cool vibes' at RodeoHouston It speaks to a fanbase uninterested in AutoTune or pop polish. The band found its footing with the rapid-fire 'La Gripa' and the shuffling 'Amor Limosnero.' There's something to be said for the gritty nature of the music. 'We want to show you what fiestas in México are like,' he said. Muñoz frequently shouted out Mexico, other Latin American countries and single ladies. But they worked hard to fill the space by each taking a different corner. With only four members, the stage looked uncharacteristically bare.

SHAKE IT: Even when he forgets lyrics, Luke Bryan brings the party to RodeoHoustonįrontman Edén Muñoz wavered off key during 'Amor del Bueno.' But he was aided by the first of many thunderous singalongs.

The drummer struggled to keep up during openers 'Las Ultras' and 'Que Tiene de Malo.'

A bright red tuba and yellow accordion dominated much of the performance. The music isn't much for subtlety or nuance. Its sound is largely built on polka-based corridos that examine Mexico's drug culture, immigration, ranch life and romance. 1 singles on Billboard's Regional Mexican Airplay chart, 1.7 billion YouTube views, 12 million Facebook fans and 2.3 million monthly streams on Spotify.

RODEO HIGH: It's going to be tough to top Cody Johnson's blazing performanceĪ total of six Go Tejano Day performances now hold spots in the all-time top 20 paid attendance.Ĭalibre 50, a young quartet from Mexico, certainly seems to merit the distinction.

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