Caló

Caló formed in Mexico City in the early 1990s with Lourdes Huerta on lead vocals, Gerry Ochoa on keyboards, Claudio Yarto on guitar, Arturo Borunda on bass, and Ferny Herrera on drums. Their 1990 album Formas de Amor gave them their breakthrough, with the title track becoming one of their most recognizable songs. They followed it with albums like Azul Violeta in 1992 and Tiempo in 1995, each exploring different shades of romantic themes.

Some of their lyrics drew criticism in conservative circles, particularly a song about domestic violence called No Puedo Más. But they kept writing about relationships in plainspoken ways, and songs like Colegiala and El Cubo found an audience that appreciated their direct approach. Their sound mixed pop with rock elements in a way that felt conversational rather than grandiose.

They released Caminando in 1997 and Rompecabezas in 2001, maintaining a steady output through the decade. The band's lineup stayed consistent through those years, and their live shows developed a reputation for straightforward energy rather than theatrical spectacle. Tracks like Sin Miedo and Media Noche typified their unadorned style.