Five great música Mexicana records you may have missed

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2021 has been an impressive year for Mexican music, as tumbados corridos continue to rule international charts. Notable veterans like Fuerza Regida, Peso Pluma, Tito Double P, Junior H, and up-and-coming artist Netón Vega are spearheading this movement.

Amidst the numerous recent album releases, some gems may have slipped past your notice. Here’s a list of 5 Mexican music albums that deserve attention:

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Chino Pacas, “Cristian”

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Chino Pacas is now shining brightly in the limelight after recently launching his second album titled “Cristian.” At just 18 years of age, he has managed to capture the attention of more than 17 million Spotify listeners monthly. His distinctive raw vocals combined with the genre’s powerful instrumentation have played a significant role in drawing such an impressive audience.

With “Cristian,” Chino Pacas aims to distinguish himself among other corridos tumbados stars by experimenting with various sounds. This is evident in songs like “No Es Un Juego” (featuring Banda Otro Pedo), which incorporates traditional banda rhythms, and the hip hop-influenced “GTO” (featuring Santa Fe Klan). The music video for “GTO” was filmed at iconic Boyle Heights locations, such as Los Cinco Puntos Mexican deli and El Mercado’s Virgin Mary shrine. Pacas also speeds up the tempo with his rendition of Tropicalísimo Apache’s 1993 song “Ojitos Mentirosos,” a song that is currently popular on TikTok. Remarkably, his version has climbed significantly on Mexico’s Top 50 chart on Spotify.

Armenta, “Portate Bien”

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As a devoted member of Fuerza Regida, I grasped the chance to embark on my solo journey by unveiling my first album, “Portate Bien,” in August’s early days. At its heart, this project delves into the intricacies of love and sorrow across 15 poignant tracks, with my powerful and distinctive Mexican voice providing the melodious backbone.

The album has a unique sound, combining tumbled corridos with hints of reggaeton and melodic pop. This combination is particularly noticeable in tracks like “Ansiedad” and “AbrilSinTi” (featuring Alex Garcia). The artist also experiments with traditional bolero rhythms in the final track, “Bolerito,” featuring Manuel Medrano. One of the singer-songwriter’s rising hits is the love ballad “Pensando y Pensando,” which explores deep thoughts about love and heartache.

Kane Rodriguez, “La Batuta”

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Similar to numerous others who’ve preceded him, Kane Rodriguez initially showcased his distinctive gravelly voice on TikTok by posting acoustic adaptations of popular corridos. Now, this Houston native is leveraging the same platform to share news about “La Batuta,” his inaugural album filled with original tracks, which dropped in April.

In a music genre known for glitzy showmanship, Rodriguez instead embraces the classic corrido style across 13 tracks, distinguishing himself from others with his gritty vocals and rugged guitar playing. Like many of his peers, the 22-year-old delves into topics of underground activities, flaunting a daring lifestyle in well-known songs such as “La Batuta” and “Morro Mañoso.” In the fiercely standout track “Se Volvieron Locos,” he criticizes his critics for doubting him.

Clave Especial, “Mija No Te Asustes”

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In February, Clave Especial unveiled their long-awaited first studio album, “Mija No Te Asustes.” Fans had been eagerly waiting, and the 16 energetic tracks certainly lived up to expectations. Formed in 2021, this three-piece band has evolved their initially subdued banda sound into something more dynamic, possibly influenced by other artists on their record label, Street Mob Records, which is headed by Fuerza Regida’s lead vocalist, Jesús Ortiz Paz. The album remained on the Billboard 200 chart for a stretch of 11 weeks and peaked at No. 91.

Clave Especial and Fuerza Regida collaborate on their bold, mobster-style tunes “Como Capo” and “No Pasa Nada.” This week, the tender love ballad “Tu Tu Tu,” featuring Edgardo Nuñez, peaked at number one on the Regional Mexican Airplay chart, making it a first for this California band. This fall, Clave Especial will embark on their inaugural U.S. headlining tour.

Chuy Montana, “No Fue Suerte”

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In 2024, the popular corridos bélicos singer Chuy Montana was tragically killed in Tijuana following performances of songs that reportedly displeased his attacker. Like other renowned Mexican singers before him, such as Chalino Sanchez who was murdered in 1992, Montana faced a similar fate. In June, Street Mob Records released Montana’s debut album, “No Fue Suerte,” which they completed with close assistance from his family after his untimely death.

Through his gritty singing style, Montana often includes humorous profanities in his songs. One of his most well-known tracks, “Qué Bendición,” shares stories about his struggles and triumphs, with the constant presence of his mother’s blessing throughout. Unfortunately, some of his songs have taken on a more somber tone due to Montana’s passing. Among these songs is the sorrowful track “Perdón Mamá” featuring Juanpa Salazar, where Montana seems to predict his untimely death and offers a heartrending, preemptive apology to his sorrowing mother, accentuated by the melancholic sound of the accordion.

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2025-08-26 21:31