Check out these kind words from fans around the country.
Avizo, what a way to start the show. Robert and the guys did a hell of a show. The legends were great, hit
after hit belted out by Carlos Guzman, Sunny Ozuna, Agustine Ramirez and Freddy Martinez. But that was expected, what wasnt
expected was Avizos new vocalist "GQ" Cris Quirioga. He has a super voice, evident in his performance> and his voice on
Avizos rendition of "Your Still A Young Man" was powerful and soulful. You got to hear this young man yourself.
Jay Perez, the voice, super super show {and i gotta add this footnote} had Avizos horn section backing him
up making the band a much more full sound. I wish he would use a horn section at every performance.
From TJ'er Muzikman
Avizo.....what a way to start the show.....they blew it up to start the show.
The Legends
did it old-school style, and with Avizo backing them up, they were in top form.
From TJ'er NWChicano
Back home from Las Vegas. The Tejano Music Convention was like I expected, AWESOME! All the
bands did an outstanding job and my congrats go out to Mr. David Chavez for the wonderful show. I agree with Lost Tejano,
Avizo put on one hell of a show.
From TJ'er Little Lady
Good Afternoon Everyone~I am Finally home from the Tejano Music Convention in Las Vegas WOW!
What a weekend~First off Avizo blew the roof off the Hilton on Friday Houston should be very proud of these guys I was impressed!
From TJ'er LostTejano
I would also like to say that AVIZO was awesome, plus they backed up Jay Perez. I have seen
Jay 6 times over the last few years and would like to say I think that was his best performance that I have seen.
From TJ'er WindyCityLadies
Houston based band, AVIZO is proud to announce that have a new lead vocalist on their team. Chris Quiroga will
be the new front man for one of Houston’s most successful and hardest working groups. Known to his friends as Chris
Q., Chris was the lead vocalist for another Houston based group named F7.
Robert Dorantes, bandleader for AVIZO states, “Chris Q adds more depth to our band. His versatility will be a
great asset for us, because Chris sings in Spanish as well as he does in English. He is young, soulful and energetic. We are
very excited about adding Chris Q to AVIZO. ”
** The Boys are Hot **
Congrats to Houston’s Powerhouse AVIZO and Jay Perez;
It was a secret until Sunday afternoon until around 5:45pm.
Jay
Perez invited H-Town's AVIZO’s Powerhouse Horn Section to enhance the show. And the horn section delivered with the
Band and of course The Voice, Jay Perez who blew the roof off the Reliant Stadium Sunday evening. Jay had a 4 piece horn
section sharing the stage. The Great White Tejano Hope and legend, Lonnie La Lane led the horn section with AVIZO bandleader,
Robert Dorantes on 2nd trumpet, Sal Gonzales on Trombone, and Tory Trevino on Sax. The show was tight and nonstop.
Jay
kicked it off with horn laced hits from the Breed and DLG and then his own monster hits. The show ended with the horn driven
hits of “Suavecito” and “Together”. Jay put on the show of his life. The crowd was a majority Tejano.
You could tell by the roar of the crowd when certain hit songs hit the hearts of the crowd. Jay took someone’s advice
and left “Me and Ms Jones” at home. Good move Jay. Jay kept the crowd pumped.
Great job, Jay. You made us
proud.
• Attendance – 70,481
• The largest Go Tejano crowd in Houston Rodeo History!
• The
4th largest crowd in Houston Rodeo History!
• The largest attendance for the 2006 Houston Rodeo Season
•
The Go Tejano Show beat out George Strait this year
** This show can
be booked by the Universal Latin Agency at 830-742-8212
Compliments of Jumpin Jess
What have you done for Tejano today?
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Review from the Houston Chronicle
March 12, 2006, 11:47PM
REVIEW
Perez,
Ayala keep with Tejano tradition
By JOEY GUERRA
For The Chronicle
Traditions old and new shared the Reliant
Stadium stage Sunday evening for Rodeo Houston's annual Go Tejano Day performance.
The dynamic double bill of Jay Perez
and King of the Accordion Ramon Ayala was like a crash course in regional, Spanish-language music from both sides of the border.
Perez infuses his slick Tejano catalog with a decidedly contemporary sensibility, while norteņo titan Ayala upholds the genre's
traditional sound.
Perez hit the rotating stage first for an energetic 40-minute set that barely left breathing room
between songs. He also showcased tracks he recorded as the lead singer for the Latin Breed and David Lee Garza y los Musicales.
A tight horn section, frisky keyboards and
the requisite accordion provided the solid musical backdrop.
The oft-covered “Tejano Enamorado” received
a warm reception, as did “Suavecito”, a bilingual R&B track. The highlight, however, was Perez's own strong,
smooth baritone, which has earned him the nickname "The Voice."
Ayala, on the other hand, is steeped in the barrooms
and ballrooms flavor of traditional norteņo music. A cold beer and a dancing partner are practically required to enjoy the
music.
Dressed in bright-red blazers and cowboy hats, Ayala and his Bravos del Norte humbly walked onstage, smiled
at the crowd and simply began to play.
A well-versed emcee introduced each song and thanked the crowd after each round
of applause.
Classic hits “Tragos de Amargo Licor “and “Un Rinconcito en el Cielo” incited
enthusiastic singalongs and plenty of raised glasses during an impressive 55-minute set.
Jesse A. Rodriguez
Hot Latin Entertainment
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Congratulations
to 2006 Grammy Nominated Tejano group, Houston's Powerhouse AVIZO for being invited to perform at The
3rd Annual National Tejano Music Convention and Revue on July 14 & 15 to be held at the Las Vegas Hilton Hotel. Houston's
Powerhouse AVIZO and their horn driven band will back up The Tejano Legends, Sunny Ozuna, Carlos Guzman, Augustin Ramirez
and Freddie Martinez on Saturday, July 15th. Other artists scheduled to perform - Jay Perez, David Lee Garza y
los Musicales, Mingo Saldivar, Linda Escobar, La Mafia, La Fiebre, Emilio Y Rio, Ruben Ramos and more. Keep checking LatinPointe.com
for more info.
Tejano Magazine's Best Tejano Album Reviews
Liz' Picks For Best Tejano Album
Avizo - Power of Friends - The group deserves a nomination for the same reason as stated for Los Cruizer.
The incorporation of conjunto sound with modern orchestra is dynamite.
Joe's Picks For Best Tejano Album
Avizo - Power of Friends - Much like Joel Guzman’s Gritos y Acordeones CD, Avizo stuffs Power of Friends
with a star studded guest list; Jay Perez, Little Joe, Ruben Ramos, David Marez, Agustin Ramirez and Rudy Rincon.
The surprise is Tracy Perez singing songs Corazon De Piedra and Nunca Jamas.
