Introducing Viva Tejano

About this episode

The episode introduces the podcast 'Viva Tejano,' exploring the impact of tejano music and its artists.

Introducing the latest podcast from Texas Monthly, "Viva Tejano.” Latin music is ascending in the U.S., and, in some surprising ways, much of the story behind the trend begins in Texas. On Viva Tejano , host J.B. Sauceda talks with legendary tejano artists and well-known tejano music fans about how the music has shaped their lives. It’s a nostalgic journey and a close look at the influences behind many of today’s biggest acts in música Mexicana. Audio subscribers to Texas Monthly can listen to episodes one week early, and get access to exclusive bonus material. Visit texasmonthly.com/audio to learn more.

People in this episode

Host: J.B. Sauceda

Topics covered

• tejano music
• Latin music
• music influences
• nostalgia
• Texas culture

Keywords

• tejano
• Latin music
• Texas
• music history
• J.B. Sauceda

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Texas Monthly

Books & works: Viva Tejano

Places: Texas

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