Somar's Radar

If you are familiar with Rock En Español in Austin, then you have seen and heard the great band, Boca Abajo. They are a family based 5 piece rock band that has strong roots in Texas music and continue to innovate and drive originality in every track they release. Boca Abajo started their musical journey in the year 2000 and have grown stronger and stronger by providing original music that showcases catchy lyrics and dance-able rhythms. They brought and helped Rock en Español flourish in Austin and continue to take their genre to many platforms locally and beyond. Boca Abajo takes you on a musical journey every time they perform and if you have seen their live show you know they add a mixture of music that will have you singing at the top of your lungs. Boca Abajo is a fun and energetic show to catch. Wowing fans every time they play, Boca Abajo does not disappoint when you bring them to your stage. They have a strong musical talent within each of their members and can mix any and all...

If you grew up in Texas or the surrounding States you may have heard the likes of Little Joe, Grupo Mazz, Pio Trevino, Laura Canales and recognize them as some of the founding members of Tejano music. Now there are more that founded the genre but that isn't what I am disputing, I would like to know if the genre has evolved or has it stayed the same? I remember growing up in a house that supported this music because one of our own was professionally providing for himself by playing on many stages throughout Texas. The love for the music grew strong and throughout the 80's and 90's it was catching on like wildfire. Many were seeing success through this genre and it grew to not only a musical category but a culture. There were artists who wanted to be a part of this Texas born genre in their home states and it was "cool" to be known as a Tejano Artist. There was a pivotal time in Tejano music that caused for the genre to spiral downward and in the eyes of many to com...