Just Another Band from East L.A. – A Collection
Los Lobos · 1993
147 min · 41 tracks · Americana · country rock · roots rock
A vibrant tapestry of Chicano rock blending traditional Mexican music with American roots influences.
Why this album works
This compilation serves as a testament to Los Lobos' cultural significance, spotlighting their ability to fuse genres and languages, which has influenced numerous artists in the Americana and rock scenes. The band received critical acclaim for their innovative approach, earning a Grammy Award for Best Mexican-American Music Performance for 'La Bamba' and establishing them as key figures in the Chicano rock movement.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks vibrant sound for lively gatherings for late-night reflection
- Context
- By the time 'Just Another Band from East L.A.' was released in 1993, Los Lobos had solidified their presence in the music world following their breakthrough album 'How Will the Wolf Survive?' in 1984. This collection showcases the band's evolution and diverse influences, while also bridging their earlier work with newer recordings as they continued to explore and expand their unique sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bruce Springsteen· Prince· Cher· Neil Young· Green Day· Cyndi Lauper· ZZ Top· Bon Jovi
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Volver, volver 3:46
- 2 El cuchipe 2:19
- 3 La feria de las flores 2:41
- 4 Sabor a mí 3:51
- 5 Let’s Say Goodnight 3:30
- 6 Anselma 3:08
- 7 Will the Wolf Survive? Standout 3:44
- 8 A Matter of Time 3:48
- 9 I Got to Let You Know 2:36
- 10 Don’t Worry Baby 2:46
- 11 One Time One Night Standout 4:49
- 12 Shakin’ Shakin’ Shakes 4:11
- 13 River of Fools 2:42
- 14 Carabina.30-30 3:37
- 15 Tears of God 3:45
- 16 Set Me Free (Rosa Lee) 3:35
- 17 Come On, Let’s Go 2:00
- 18 La bamba Standout 2:52
- 19 El gusto 2:57
- 20 Estoy sentado aquí 2:27
- 21 La pistola y el corazón 3:28
- 22 I Wan’na Be Like You (The Monkey Song) 3:17
Disc 2
- 1 Someday 3:44
- 2 Down on the Riverbed 4:07
- 3 Be Still 3:37
- 4 The Neighborhood 4:09
- 5 I Can’t Understand 3:59
- 6 Angel Dance 3:14
- 7 Bertha 5:21
- 8 Saint Behind the Glass 3:17
- 9 Angels With Dirty Faces 4:04
- 10 Wicked Rain 3:39
- 11 Kiko and the Lavender Moon 3:37
- 12 When the Circus Comes 3:18
- 13 Peace 6:23
- 14 Bella María de mi alma 4:29
- 15 What’s Going On 4:53
- 16 Wrong Man Theme 1:47
- 17 Blue Moonlight 3:48
- 18 Politician 4:38
- 19 New Zandu 3:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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