CONJUNTO LOS POCHOS: Margie's

Conjunto Los Pochos

Margie's

© 2004 Conjunto Los Pochos (634479169427)

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Percussive accordion, driving beats and soulful vocals make up Conjunto Los Pochos' first full length album. For these songs about love and loss...grab a bottle of your favorite and put on your dancin' shoes... This is Conjunto music...

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"...an energetic combination of original and traditional songs. The vocal interplay between Luján and Elliott Baribeault is playful and pleasing throughout Margie's. Their original songs, mostly penned by Baribeault, hold up impressively well when stacked side-by-side against the music of their predecessors. Baribeault displays a keen interest in the foibles of human relationships. His dark tales of drinking and loving are sometimes humorous ("Liquor Stores") and sometimes quite disturbing beneath the relentlessly festive music ("She Said, He Said," a tale of an abusive lover that ends in a murder-suicide). Los Pochos has more going on than meets the ear on first listen. These toe-tapping, dance-friendly songs have a layer of darkness that makes the celebration all the more poignant. When they salute their ancestors, they do so mostly through traditional Conjunto music, but Hank Cochran and Harlan Howard's "I Fall To Pieces" is also given a loving treatment."

-- Adam McKibbin, Entertainment Today -

This collection of songs spans from traditional standards to new original work, all the while you'll find yourself tapping your feet to the different rhythms--if you can resist the urge to dance. Conjunto Los Pochos has developed their unique sound that combines elements of both Texas and Mexico Conjunto styles...from Polkas and boleros to waltzes and Country, the band mixes it up on this eclectic album to pay tribute to their musical predecessors and showcase new original music. Joining the band on this full length debut are Ernesto Molina (bass) and Lorenzo Martinez (drums), while musician friend, Ned Albright, plays rhythm guitar on "I Fall To Pieces."

"We had a lot of fun making the album...it was a labor of love. We hope you enjoy it, too...listen, dance, enjoy!"

Recording Credits:
Otoño Luján - 3-Row Diatonic Button-Accordion, Vocals
Elliott Baribeault - Bajo Sexto, Vocals, Güiro on tracks 3 & 8, Clave on track 4
Ernesto Molina - Bass
Lorenzo Martinez - Drums
Special guest: Ned Albright - Acoustic Guitar on track 12

Produced by Otoño Luján, Elliott Baribeault and Larry Hirsch
Recorded by Larry Hirsch at Ned's
Mixed and mastered by Larry Hirsch at Twin Palms Labs
Graphic Design by Silbina Lepe
Photographs by Silbina Lepe and Scott Griffith

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  • Conjunto at is best!
    author: Mike Pitzer

    This is good conjunto music. I went searching the net for a sound and found it with this band. You can't help but enjoy there style and energy. One of my top 10 CD's this year.

  • to the bone
    author: Carlos del Campo

    i'm listening to the preview of this CD - about 2 minutes per song. Before the end of the second song, I've already ordered it. This takes me back to music that's real, made by real musicians for real people. The only way this music would taste better is with a can of Budweiser at a wedding reception... where you didn't have an invitation.

  • A Must-Have for all Conjunto lovers!
    author: Rick V

    "Al Pie De La Tumba" is so inspiring that it gives me goose-bumps whenever I listen to it, which is about everyday! Can't wait for their next CD, keep it Conjunto, bro!

  • Texas Tornados/ Los Lobos move over!
    author: Ruben Z

    The music is great and moving. The cd has some great classics that sound better than the originals. The searing emotional vocals are inspiring. Looking forward to seeing Los Pochos in person.

  • Good
    author: Ricky Garcia

    I am the son of composer Alfredo Garcia who wrote "Al Pie De La Tumba" Requesting a copy of your cd. Email me at Xcesoxso@hotmail.com for adress to send cd. Great job on the recording ... heads up. Ricky Garcia

  • TOP OF THE LINE!!!!
    author: ANGELINA LA ASESINA

    i love this cd!! o's polka, al pie de la tumba and paloma negra are my favorite!!!!!! and ojos de pancha !!!!!! i can listen to this cd everyday!!! it's a must have!!

  • These vatos got down I love it!
    author: ERNIE C. TAPIA

    Nice CD cover of photos,Great sound.

  • the first cd was great this cd must be great too
    author: Eric Lepe

    i havent litsened to this cd yet but i imagine its a great cd

  • Los Pochos are AWESOME!
    author: Acordeonez.com

    Los Pochos are the real deal! Great choice of traditional songs and brilliant originals! Best CD I've purchased all year. Hope to see you guys play someday soon at the San Antonio Conjunto Festival.

  • Se Aventaron Los Muchachos
    author: Alex SImon

    I love the rancheras on this CD. Pasion Oculta and Los Ojos de Pancha are excellent. O's polka is also very catchy! Must have for Conjunto fans.

  • Love it! My faves: #2 and #3!
    author: Joasia
  • Love it! My faves: #2 and #3!
    author: Joasia
  • When my compadres are over, and the Patron Anejo has begun to settle in...out co
    author: R. Mora
  • Great CD. These musicians know what they are doing.
    author: Jopanky Guerrero-Cantor

    Everyone sounds great on the CD. Joe

  • Very good music, love to dance to it
    author: Cindy the Video Girl

    A very well produced CD which captures the feeling of live performance and makes me want to dance!

  • author: Jenny P.

    I Love this CD!It has a lot of old jams that my parents used to listen when we were young!Music like this make you feel proud of your people and where you came from!Keep the music rolling!A NEW FAN IN MILWAUKEE,WI!PURO TEJANO!!

  • A treat for all you ears out there!
    author: marion

    The strongest parts of this CD are Los Pochos’ lovely renditions of some classic ranchera & mariachi songs, such as those by famous romantic composer Agustín Lara. Lyrics are delivered in a straightforward manner- with the wonderful exception of “I Fall to Pieces”, where the vocals soar right along with the instruments. On the baffling side, this CD does feature a danceable song about a murder-suicide: Luján’s upbeat accordion accompanies one-dimensionally horrific lyrics on “He Said, She Said”:an unpalatable juxtaposition for me. However, luckily “Margie’s” has many redeeming features. The soaring accordion & bajo sexto, and the range of music (sung in both in English and Spanish), make listening a real pleasure! Highly recommended.

  • BRING IT LIKE NEVER BEFORE!
    author: *kIM!

    well this site is a good one. it help u choose your favorite music. and let's u preview it that way u dont hav to but nothing that u dont like! but i love this cd. my favorite song on this cd is Rosa Marie- # 3! it's kick ass! keep on keeping on! and next time bring it like never before herd! loving u always! # 1 fan! THROUGH IT ALL U MADe IT THROUGH! Good Luck!

  • great cd awsome band
    author: taz

    this cd is great

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