Affectionately known as the “Queen of the ranchera song," Aida Cuevas has influenced such Mexico-influenced artists as Linda Ronstadt and Mariachi Mujer 2000, an all-female group from Los Angeles for whom she serves as “Official" godmother. A regular performer of the Hispanic television variety show, Siempre En Domingo, Cuevas is a master of the... [+] Read More

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Corrido and ranchera singer Alberto Vazquez has recorded hundreds of songs during his long career, and scored with the hits "Ausente," "Olvidalo," "Pecador," and "Rogaciano." He has also written songs with José Alfredo Jiménez, including "Ella" and "El Jinete." ~ John Bush, All Music Guide

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Born Gabriel Siria Levario, Javier Solis became known as one of the most recognized Mariachi solo artists in Mexico. Coming from humble beginnings, at a young age Solis had to drop out of school to help support his family. He trained as an amateur boxer for six years with aspirations of turning professional, but quit after his father urged him... [+] Read More

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Ranchera singer Juan Valentin recorded dozens of popular Mexican songs, including "Mujeres Divinas," "Arboles de la Barranca," and "Virgen de Mi Soledad." ~ John Bush, All Music Guide

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Known as "The Golden Falsetto," Miguel Aceves Mejia achieved the peak of his success as a ranchera and film star in the late '50s. His early career breaks were in radio, where he got a gig singing on a show sponsored by his auto factory boss, which led to a gig at the legendary Monterrey station XET. There he formed a trio with Emilio Allende... [+] Read More

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One of the most successful ranchera singers, Yolanda del Río was born in Pachuca in Hidalgo state. Del Río began singing as a child, and performed on radio and at festivals. She made her television debut before she became a teenager, and debuted for RCA Victor after auditioning for A&R director Felipe "El Indio" Jiménez. Within a year, her "La... [+] Read More

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