Quetzal Flores: Celebrating 30 Years of Music and Artivism

Bakotunes welcomes Quetzal Flores of the groundbreaking LA band Quetzal! Join us on a musical journey as we explore the birth of this groundbreaking band in 90s era Los Angeles through fascinating recollections, music and how cultural and political movements played a crucial role in the evolution of the band’s artistry.  Flores also details how the traditional music of Son Jarocho from Veracruz, Mexico, was rescued from modernity and how it helped reshape the Southern California music scene. Co-led under the musical direction of Flores and powerhouse vocalist Martha Gonzalez the group also won a Grammy award for their critically acclaimed album "Imaginaries" in 2013.Our interview also touches on the challenges faced by the band in the music industry, and how they managed to maintain their musical authenticity despite industry pressures. Finally, we reflect on the band’s 30 years of making music and art in the City of Angels – PLUS a preview of the band’s 30th anniversary celebration happening Saturday, August 19th, 2023 at La Plaza de Cultura y Artes in DTLA! / Official Websites: https://quetzalela.com / http://www.quetzalflores.com/<br/><br/>This episode features the following Quetzal music/sound clips: <br/>-“Tragafuegos” (Fire Breathers)<br/>-“55th Grammy Awards, 2013” Red Carpet interview<br/>-“Chicana Skies”<br/>-“Los Pollos” (artist: Son de Madera)<br/>-“The Social Relevance of Public Art”<br/>-“Planta de Los Pies” (Soles)<br/>-“Justice Never Dies”<br/>-“La Guia” (The Guide)<br/>-“El Rio” (The River)<br/>-“Witness"<br/><br/>Sponsored by Chain Cohn Clark - Kern County's leading accident, injury, and workers' compensation law firm. Subscribe to Bakotunes at all podcast outlets and follow our socials!<br/><br/>Instagram / Twitter / More Links<br/><br/>Contact: mattomunoz@gmail.com