eMERGENCY hEARTS is a “anarchist run underground indie art collaborative” as described on the about page of the labels webpage based in Austin Texas. The label consists of a variety of electronic artists, releasing new music from these artists as well as music that had had been lost for centuries …
Joe Tex was born in Rodgers Texas in 1935 and grew up with music playing saxophone at his high school and singing in his local choir. Tex’s participation in talent shows across the east coast brought him the fame he dreamed of, even if his life was an interesting and …
The Baca Family Orchestra was the first Czech band from Texas. While their influence outside of Texas wasn’t recognized outside of Texas until the late 20th century, their importance stretches beyond the being the first Czech Texas band as they represent their culture through repurposing folk songs for the communities …
Adolf Hofner’s music career would begin in 1936, but surprisingly “Shiner Song” was recorded later in his career with his Czech-Western band named “The Pearl Wanglers”. Shiner Song has a long history as its foundation rests on an old Czech ethic tune “Farewell to Prague”. Its lyrics changed to bring …
“San Antonio mi pueblo querido”: “San Antonio my dear town” Laura Reyes San Antonio Querido is a recorded performance sung by Laura Reyes. This recording is from the Arhoolie Foundation’s Strachwitz Collection of Mexican American and Mexican Recordings. This Ranchera song dives deep into the Mexican roots of San Antonio …
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