Any mariachi ensemble worth its performance fee knows how to play “Amor Eterno,” one of the most famous ballads in the history of Mexico, written by Mexican singer and composer Juan Gabriel,
Staff Editorial The fatal March 3 stabbing of Nathan Alfaro in downtown Santa Ana is a cruel reminder of the risks associated with developing a nightlife scene in a city with a history of violence. Alfaro’s murder was
By Joanna Meza A 21-year-old Santa Ana man was arrested on suspicion of murder following a fatal stabbing March 3 at a music venue in downtown Santa Ana, police said. Juan Angel
By Jose Servin Relatable tragedies serve as the inspiration for songs by Mexican ska group Los Estramboticos, says lead singer Arturo Ruelas, also known as “Pino.” Los Estramboticos’ 20-plus-year career is anything
Story By Jose Servin, Joanna Meza, Arleeny Escarcega, Laura Garcia and Diana Martinez President Erlinda Martinez played the violin and sang Las Mananitas with the Don Mariachi Ensemble before fireworks punctuated Santa
By Joanna Meza The Zapatista-inspired Mexican rock band Panteon Rococo kicked off its 20th anniversary tour at the Observatory in Santa Ana on Sept. 20. “It was our first tour date and
By Alex Robles Arizona rock band The Maine will close out a free, 14-state tour Oct. 2 at The District in Tustin. Band members wanted to show appreciation for the fans that
By Itzel Quintana Around the dimly lit interior of the DIY venue Top Acid, two punk kids gazed at the art on the wall from the Fight Like a Girl! exhibit the