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Popularity of Tejano music wanes; conjunto, other Regional Mexican music takes over

McAllen, TX - 3 Aug. 2011 - La Lomita Park owner Pepe Maldonado sends out a dedication to a listener from Houston on his Internet radio show Wednesday Aug. 4, 2011, in McAllen. Maldonado has begun hosting an Internet radio show located in La Lomita Park in McAllen. From 6  to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Maldonado broadcasts his favorite conjunto songs on Ustream.com, a website that allows the free streaming of video and audio content. Photo by Gabe Hernandez/gabrielh@themonitor.com

VICTORIA -- The rich, reedy organ-like sounds of Joseph Garcia's button accordion wailed through the air of Victoria's Brentwood Subdivision on Tuesday evening as he practiced alongside his band mates in their manager's garage. "The timing was a...... Full story

Jason Aldean leads CMT Awards with 4 nominations

In an April 3, 2011 file photo, Jason Aldean arrives at the 46th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas. Aldean received a leading four 2011 CMT Music Awards nominations Wednesday, April 27, 2011. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- The party just keeps rolling for country music star Jason Aldean.Long left out of major award consideration, Aldean's recent tear continued Wednesday morning when he received a leading four 2011 CMT Music Awards...... Full story

CD REVIEW: Joey and Rory "Album Number Two"

Married couple and country duo Joey and Rory seem to be leading a country music revival. The two experienced sudden success last year with their hit “Cheater, Cheater” and debut album “The Life of a Song.” They quickly...... Full story

Crooner Michael Bolton charms McAllen crowd

Michael Bolton performs on Monday, Aug. 30, at the McAllen Civic Center.

Michael Bolton could have had his pick of the litter when he performed Monday night at the McAllen Civic Center. Though the singer-songwriter's trademark long locks are gone and he hasn't ruled the Top 40 charts in years, Bolton fired up the packed...... Full story

FESTIVA CD REVIEW: The Young Maths - 'Thank You Goodnight We Are'

It doesn’t really matter who The Young Maths may sound like, who is in the band or which other bands they’ve shared a stage with. All that matters is the addictive music the local band creates. The latest EP from local rockers The Young...... Full story

HOTTEST ROCKERS 2010: Claire Garza

Harlingen, TX - 18 May 2010 - Smokin' Aces bartender Claire Garza at Richard's Ice Cream Parlor and Deli in Harlingen  Photo by Nathan Lambrecht/nlambrecht@themonitor.com

Claire Garza may not be a rock star but she definitely has the look and the attitude. Her pitch black locks and porcelain skin make her a dead ringer for the sexy Fairuza Balk. “I look exactly like her and I get that everyday I work,”...... Full story

HOTTEST ROCKERS 2010: Angie Garcia

McALLEN, TX - 15 May 2010 - Lyndell singer Angie Garcia at Valley Bowl in Mission.  Photo by Nathan Lambrecht/nlambrecht@themonitor.com

If you see this little fiery redhead take the stage, don’t underestimate her. Sure, she’s probably under five feet, she has a sweet face and is always smiling, but this firecracker has a lot of passion in a small package. Angie Garcia...... Full story

From 2005: Selena died clutching ring, symbol of a friendship betrayed

  CORPUS CHRISTI — Selena Quintanilla Perez just loved fancy eggs.    Painted, covered in jewel-like crystals — it didn’t matter. She collected anything egg-shaped and decorative.    So it came...... Full story

From 2005: Dreaming of Selena

Girls still idolize slain tejano star

   Carmen Bartlick clearly remembers March 31, 1995. She was in labor at McAllen Medical Center as she watched snippets of Yolanda Saldivar’s standoff with police on the television in her hospital room. Hours earlier, Saldivar...... Full story

The Top 5 bad romances in movie history

PRETTY IN PINK - Working title: Coward the Duckie.

Couples throughout the Valley will celebrate Valentine's Day this weekend with a trip to the cinema, where some of the greatest love stories of all time have played out. But the silver screen isn't always so rosy. These cherished...... Full story

FESTIVA CD REVIEW: The Brunettes - 'Paper Dolls'

Until I had the album Paper Dolls in hand, I hadn't heard of The Brunettes. When I popped the CD into my player and listened, I was surprised that, as an indie pop fan, I hadn't stumbled upon them sooner. The New Zealand group has been around since...... Full story

Strike a chord

Members of the Mission Veterans Memorial High School perform at the 67th annual Pigskin Jubilee Saturday at La Joya High School.
Among student musicians, honorees stand out for efforts, dedication

Months of grueling practice culminated last week at the annual Pigskin Jubilee. Students had spent much of the hot summer months toiling in fields and parking lots practicing for the big day. Each had made sacrifices big and small to be there for...... Full story

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