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La Cruda
La Cruda formed in Tijuana in the early 1990s, with Jorge "Cox" Gavara on vocals and guitar. They started playing music partly as a response to the boredom...
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La Cruda formed in Tijuana in the early 1990s, with Jorge "Cox" Gavara on vocals and guitar. They started playing music partly as a response to the boredom and violence in their neighborhood, building a following in the city's underground scene despite criticism for their explicit lyrics and confrontational stage presence. Their debut album came out in 1997, and its lead single "Mago Sol" became an anthem for their audience.
Gavara's lyrics often touch on social injustice and personal struggles, delivered with a raw energy that defines the band's sound. Alejandro "Alex" Otaola plays bass, and Enrique "Kike" Cruz is on drums, providing the rhythmic foundation for their live shows. Over time, La Cruda has released several albums and toured extensively in Mexico and Latin America, maintaining a fiercely independent approach to their music and message.
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