It was on May 27th of 1989 when the four friends from the city of Satélite, México had their first appearance at the “El Hijo Del Cuervo” bar in Coyoacán, México that marked the beginnings of one of the most influential bands from Latin America of all times, Café Tacvba.
Two years after their first show, the band was able to sign a contract with Warner Music, and to everyone’s surprise, their debut album sold more than 40, 000 copies in the first two weeks of the release, becoming one of the best launches of the record company.
Considered the Best Rock band from México!
We are talking about Ruben Albarrán, Emmanuel ‘Meme’ Del Real and brothers Quique and Joselo Rangel who have been considered the best rock band from México for more than thirty years and as of today, the band continues bringing us amazing music and great shows.
After 8 studio albums, 3 live albums, including 2 MTV Unplugged, the band has been awarded with every award you can think of. From the Grammy’s, wining the Best Rock/Alternative Latin Album in 2004, to Lattin Grammy’s with 9 awards under the categories of Best Rock Album, Best Rock Song, Best Alternative Album, Best Record of the Year, etc and MTV’s Legend Award, were Morrissey himself delivered the award to them, the band continues collecting achievements.
The “Tacvbos”, as fans called them dearly, are currently rehearsing for their upcoming shows, which include 2 dates at the legendary Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, CA, with an electrifying collaboration with Gustavo Dudamel and the Los Angeles Philharmonic, and 4 dates at the Auditorio Nacional in Mexico City where the band will present a mix of their full amazing discography.
Cafe Tacvba Upcoming Shows
July 15 – Tijuana
July 21 – Los Angeles, CA
July 22 – Los Angeles, CA
July 24 – Nueva York
August 3 – Mexico City
August 4 – Mexico City
August 5 – Mexico City
August 6 – Mexico City
So, please join us celebrating the long career of this amazing band I can happily call my dear friends, wishing them so many years ahead!
Hope you enjoy this gallery of photos taken throughout the years!
