Los Mocosos - American Us
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Artist: Los MocososEdition: Music CD
CD Release Date: 2004-06-29
Music Label: Six Degrees
Soundtracks:
- Bandolera Era
- Hey Mama
- Vete/El Largo Adi?s
- I'm Your Puppet
- Amigos y Amantes
- Genius
- Se?or Presidente
- In the House
- Volvieron
- The Beast
- Bacalao
- Blind Faith
Free Music Notes for American Us
Free Music Review: One of the best Latin Alternative albums I've heard
Hit: 5 Stars
Although I was not impressed with their prior two releases, Los Mocosos really stepped it up lyrically and musically on "American Us." Every song on this album is good. They finally found their groove, and they mix styles extremely well.
Tracks:
Bandolera Era: 9/10
The album starts off with this great up-tempo dance song.
Hey Mama: 9/10
This reggae influenced song is extremely catchy and is played and sung very well.
Vete/El Largo Adios: 9/10
This is a very good fairly upbeat track with great song structure.
I'm Your Puppet: 8/10
This is actually a good remake of the 1960's hit, but the lyrically weak 1980's style rapping toward the end of the song really diminishes its quality.
Amigos Y Amantes: 9/10
A great track that starts off with an electronic dance vibe, then switches to a great upbeat funky track.
Genius: 10/10
Los Mocosos finally nail a Ska-influenced song perfectly. I really like the message and love the music in this song. This is one of my favorite tracks.
Se?or Presidente: 10/10
This is a cumbia/reggae influenced song that proves to be one of the best on the album. The lyrics are politically charged and catchy at the same time.
In the House: 9/10
While I'm generally not a fan the way Los Mocosos rap, they actually use their old-school style very well to communicate a positive message.
Volveiron: 8/10
This is a well-done primarily instrumental song in the style of old Santana and War.
The Beast: 8/10
This is a good reggae song about their interactions with the police.
Bacalao: 9/10
This is a hip/hop salsa song with a good message.
Blind Faith: 10/10
I love the lyrics in this song--definitely one of favorite tracks.
Overall: This is one of the best Latin Alternative/Latin fusion albums I've ever heard. If you're a fan of Ozomatli or Yerba Buena, you'll like this album.
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In Los Mocosos' musical world, rock, Latin, funk and Jamaican ska, blend together in a melting pot of sweaty horns, stinging guitars, and rock solid funky rhythms. After being handpicked by Carlos Santana to open a series of Santana arena dates last year, Los Mocosos went straight into the studio to create their latest release, American Us. The new CD takes this San Francisco based group on a quantum leap into new sonic territory. Produced by Greg Landau (Quetzal, Patato, Bobi Cespedes, Susana Baca) and mixed by Garry Hughes and Donal Hodgson (Sting, Vitamin C, Tina Turner) American Us is the most mature and accessible offering yet from this multi-cultural band. From the fresh cover of the classic low-rider anthem, "I'm Your Puppet" to the irresistible ska/pop of " Hey Mama" American Us is sure to open many new ears to the Los Mocosos sound.International Music CDs
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