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Leila Cobo
Verified
VP, Latin Industry Lead, Billboard
Miami
Beats
Movies , Music , Technology
Content
Luis R Conriquez Speaks Up: ‘They Said If I Sang a Corrido, They’d Cut Off the Sound System’ (Exclusive)
By Leila Cobo| Billboard Verified On April 11, Luis R Conriquez performed at the Feria del Caballo in Texcoco, in the State of Mexico — a city where the corrido singer has performed four or five times before, always drawing a big crowd. But this time, concert organizers gave him a warning: “They said that if I sang a corrido, they would cut off the sound,” Conriquez recalls.
By Leila Cobo| Billboard Verified El 11 de abril, Luis R. Conriquez cantó en la Feria del Caballo en Texcoco, una ciudad en el Estado de México donde el cantante de corridos se ha presentado en cuatro o cinco ocasiones, siempre con éxito. Pero esta vez, los organizadores del concierto le hicieron una advertencia: “Dijeron que si cantaba un corrido nos iban a apagar el sonido”, revela Conriquez.
Luis R Conriquez Speaks Up: ‘They Said If I Sang a Corrido, They’d Cut Off the Sound System’ (Exclusive)
By Leila Cobo| Billboard Verified On April 11, Luis R Conriquez performed at the Feria del Caballo in Texcoco, in the State of Mexico — a city where the corrido singer has performed four or five times before, always drawing a big crowd. But this time, concert organizers gave him a warning: “They said that if I sang a corrido, they would cut off the sound,” Conriquez recalls.
Company Info
Billboard
Billboard is a prominent American music and entertainment magazine, established on November 1, 1894, by William Donaldson and James Hennegan. Originally focused on outdoor advertising, it evolved into a leading source for music industry news, charts, and awards. Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, Billboard has become known as the "bible" of the recording industry, expanding its coverage to various aspects of music by the 1960s. Billboard is best known for its authoritative music charts, which rank top albums and singles based on sales, streaming, and radio airplay. The magazine also hosts the annual Billboard Music Awards, celebrating outstanding achievements in music. With a strong digital presence, Billboard provides news, analysis, and features on the music industry, attracting around 15.2 million unique visitors each month. Its influence extends globally, with several international editions, making it a key platform for music promotion and recognition.
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