Reunion

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During Tejano’s first golden age, in the 1970s, big-horn-section bands ruled, from Tierra Tejana and Little Joe, to the Royal Jesters and Tortilla Factory. But first rank among the genre was undoubtedly Latin Breed, for their jazzy intros and sophisticated arrangements. This Reunion CD is actually a compilation, but it contains several classics from perhaps the band’s crowning achievement–Breaking the Rules, which is out of print. Other super selections from their landmark album include: “Ay Mujer,” “Que Chulos Ojos,” “Don Luis el Tejano,” and the wondrous “Reunion Medley”–a potpourri of their other hits. “Ay Mujer,” a riveting ballad brought to life by singer Jay Perez, was a massive hit, jump-starting the band’s career and winning the 1990 Tejano Music Awards Song of the Year honors. Other evergreens here include “Te Necesito,” “Tu Prieto,” “Mil Botellas,” and “Cuatro Palabras.” –Ramiro Burr