Banda Machos

Banda Machos is a regional Mexican band from Villa Corona, Jalisco. The band specializes in the technobanda genre. They are best known for popularizing the quebradita dancing style that became popular in the 1990s in Mexico and the United States. Several of their songs are satirical, filled with sexual innuendos and double entendres. Some of these include "Las Nachas", "Me Llamo Raquel", "El Próximo Tonto", "La Manguera", and "Sigues Siendo La Reina". The band has been together for over 30 years and has recorded over 29 albums. Banda Machos, a musical force formed in 1990 with a robust ensemble of 12 members, quickly ascended to prominence, earning the illustrious title "La Reina de las Bandas" (Queen of the Bands). The early '90s proved to be a pivotal period for the band as they achieved a breakthrough with the 1992 release of "Sangre De Indio." This album featured the chart-topping hit "Al Gato Y Al Raton," catapulting Banda Machos into the limelight and solidifying their unique identity within the Quebradita genre. Renowned for their distinctive costumes, the band became synonymous with a dance style known as "The Ravine." In the mid-1990s, the band experienced a brief hiatus when lead singer Raúl Ortega pursued a solo venture. However, his return in 2000 marked a turning point, leading to the formation of Banda BM3 as other vocalists departed. Despite legal challenges in 2012, Banda Machos persevered and continued to exert a profound influence on traditional Banda music. Their enduring success is underscored by accolades such as the Lo Nuestro Award for Revelation of the Year in 1993, showcasing their pivotal role in shaping the musical landscape. Beyond their musical impact, the band's song "La Culebra" holds historical significance, as it played during a campaign stop where the PRI candidate, Luis Donaldo Colosio, was tragically assassinated in 1994, adding a layer of complexity to Banda Machos' narrative.