Son de Rey

We are exhausted, but it's the good kind of exhaustion — the kind that comes from singing along with live bands, dancing and laughing hard with friends. And, if your name is Felix Contreras, it's the kind of exhaustion that comes from getting on stage and killing it on the congas along with Sergio Mendoza Y La Orkesta.

It all happened on the Alt.Latino/KUTX stage at the Pachanga Music Festival in Austin, Texas, just last weekend. In addition to presenting artists we love, one of the festival's highlights was meeting people who listen to out show. Every time I get to hang out with listeners, I'm reminded of how lucky we are to interact with such a fun-loving, musically knowledgeable, passionate tribe.

If you were at the festival, let us know your favorite memory. And if you couldn't make it to Austin this year, don't worry: We recorded some of the music for this week's show, and are sharing it with you right here. Enjoy! - NPR Music alt.latino

Son de Rey, “Ojos Azules.” Son de Rey’s upbeat electro-pop and Latin rhythm blends get the hips shaking and the pachanga started. Wanna hear a cumbia ­Spanglish version of Wham’s “Careless Whisper?” Who doesn’t? Son de Rey’s playful and masterfully executed version will put a smile on any ’80s music fan’s face. Performing May 16 at Pachanga Latino Music Festival at Fiesta Gardens. - Austin 360

The Dia de Los Muertos Festival benefiting Easter Seals of Central Texas is full of food, fun and music….
One of the great bands who will be entertaining the crowd is Son De Rey….we’re so happy to have them in studio today.

The 3rd annual Día de los Muertos Festival fundraiser benefiting Easter Seals Central Texas takes place on Saturday, October 17th from noon to 10 PM at Fiesta Gardens. For more details, go to AustinDiaDeLosMuertos.com. - Studio 512

Best Latin Rock Act

Gina Chavez
2) 24-7
3) Vallejo
4) Son de Rey
5) Vitera
6) Del Castillo
7) Brownout
8) El Tule
9) Cilantro Boombox
10) Joe King Carrasco

Best Latin Traditional Act

Gina Chavez
2) Conjunto los Pinkys
3) Son de Rey
4) El Tule
5) Luis Bañuelos
6) Susan Torres y Conjunto Clemencia
7) Trio los Vigilantes
8) Los Texas Wranglers
9) Grupo Fantasma
10) Mariachi Relámpago

Best New Austin Act

Emily Bell
2) Jonny Gray
3) Son de Rey
4) Magna Carda
5) Mighty Mountain
6) Big Bill
7) Holiday Mountain
8) Water & Rust
9) Tele Novella
10) The Roosevelts - The Austin Chronicle

Cuando tengamos la oportunidad de entrevistarlos vamos a preguntarles a qué se debe el nombre exactamente: “Son de Rey”, hijo de Rey? o son del verbo “to be” en español? Anyway, esta banda de música latina es de Austin asique no faltará mucho para poder estar conociéndolos más de cerca.

Por ahora sabemos que su estilo combina la Cumbia y la Salsa con el Pop-Electronica y que nos dan una muestra de eso en su EP “Ojos Azules” (2012) con el que están girando por Texas. Recientemente estrenaron video clip del sencillo “Oye Mi Amor”, un house-party muy al estilo Austin si quieres ver de qué se trata la movida en la “Capital Mundial de la Música en vivo” checalo aquí: - Blastro 2

The next wave of Austin Latin Rockers... - Todo Austin

On Friday, November 2, V-Day en Español is presenting ReVenton: ¡Sacude el esqueleto! at Méduse Lounge. The benefit showcase will feature live music from Austin-based salsa-fusion bands Son De Rey, Sonido Cimtl and Salero. DJ Danny Novoa and VDJ Chico De Luna will also be on hand to spin Latin music and provide accompanying visuals. - Austin Vida

SX Tex-Mex is here. Tonight, El Sol y La Luna (600 E. 6th Street) will fill with the sounds of some of the best Tejano music when Bombasta, Stefani Montiel and Lush and, closing out the night, up-and-coming sensation Son de Rey take the stage. - Austin Post

Saturday, August 9th
Doors: 9:00 PM
Cover: $7
Join the FB event here!

Austin Vida is proud to present a great night of Latin music at Flamingo Cantina on 6th with two of or local favorites and one of the best bands in San Antonio. There is no reason to stay home and every reason to dance.

LineUp:
Son de Rey -12:30AM
El Tule – 11PM
Los Nahuatlatos – 9:30PM - Flamingo Cantina

La revelación de la música tejana, Son de Rey, se distinguen del montón por su vestuario y su música. - Tu Estilo

Headliners Son De Rey are the quintessential weekend party band. Their high energy performances include original compositions as well as popular cover songs that are sure to get the party going. While often labeled as a “Tejano” band, Son De Rey mixes elements of salsa and R&B making them more of a fusion or “new Tejano” band. Either way, you will enjoy the show. Be ready to stay late as Son De Rey performs at 11:30 p.m. - Austin Vida

The popular Austin band, Son de Rey, is donating a concert to Stony Point Project Graduation. The concert will be held in the SPHS Cafeteria on Saturday, Jan. 17. Tickets are $8 at the door
Since the concert itself is donated, all ticket sales will benefit Project Graduation. This family-friendly event is open to the community and tickets are $8. Stony Point Project Graduation is excited to host Son de Rey and hope that members of our community will attend the show and see for themselves why this band and their Latin Alternative sound has earned recognition from the City of Austin and the Austin Music Awards.

ABOUT SON DE REY

Son de Rey's Latin Alternative sound blends traditional cumbia and salsa beats with pop electronica. In August 2012 they released the “Ojos Azules – EP” produced by Grammy Winner Fabian Hernandez with lyrics written by lead vocalist Luis Miguel Ramirez and arrangements by keyboardist David Moreno. This collaboration of talent has cultivated both catchy and commercial music. Their album reached the top 100 downloads in the iTunes Pop Latino Category and has consistently remained at the Top 10 in the ReverbNation Latin Charts.
Son de Rey’s powerhouse performances have led them to collaborate with the best in the Latin Music including exclusive and Grammy Winning acts like A. B. Quintanilla and Los Kumbia All-Stars, Del Castillo, Ruben Ramos & The Mexican Revolution, Michael Salgado, and Dennis Quaid.

In 2014 they received 3 Austin Music Award Nominations including Best Latin Rock Band, Best Latin Traditional Band, and Best New Act in Austin. Later this year they will launch their first full length album in Fall 2014 produced once again by Grammy Winner Fabian Hernandez .
It is without a doubt that Son de Rey continues to carve a path towards success and musical dominance captivating all types of audiences with their powerful performances and unforgettable music.

2015 brings much more excitement as Son de Rey will be honored with a Proclamation Day from the City of Austin on February 12, 2015!!!

Son de Rey:
Luis Ramirez-Vocals Marc Ruiz-Drums/Percussion
Deborah Moreno- Vocals/Bass Eric Calistri-Guitar
David Moreno-Keyboards/Rap Vocals David Moreno Sr.- Bass - Community Impact Newspaper

This weekend Latin music makes it home on 6th street at Flamingo Cantina. Tonight begins night one of two in which the venue will play host to two different live music showcases that will feature different genres of local Latin music. Kicking things off first tonight will be Timberos Del Norte and Son De Rey.

Lead by composer-producer and award winning salsa pianist Paul Matthews, Timberos Del Norte are Austin’s ambassadors of timba, a popular Cuban genre that incorporates elements of salsa, American funk, R&B and Afro-Cuban folkloric music. Williams is joined by some of Texas’ most accomplished and award-winning musicians, including Multiple Grammy and Latin Grammy winning horn arranger and trombonist, Raul “Ralo” Vallejo. Timberos Del Norte perform at 10 p.m.

Closing the showcase tonight is Austin-based Latin-fusion band Son De Rey. Fronted by the dynamic and always energetic Luis Miguel Ramírez, the group performs original music and covers ranging from English language dance tracks to Tejano faves. Son De Rey takes the stage at 11:30 p.m.

Flamingo Cantina is located at 515 E. 6h Street. Doors open at 9 p.m. 21+ welcome. $5 cover. Visit the Facebook event page here. - Austin Vida

Today the Dia De Los Muertos Festival will take place at Oswaldo A. B. Cantu Pan American Recreation Center. After an extraordinarily successful first year, the all-day event benefiting Easter Seals of Central Texas, is back for another round of family-friendly cultural activities and entertainment at the popular eastside community center best known for its Hillside Summer Concert series.

The musical lineup includes a wide variety of latino artists from various backgrounds and traditions on two different stages. Fans can look forward to mariachi, ballet folklorico, cumbias, Tejano (courtesy of Grammy Award winners A.B. Quintanilla & the Kumbia Kingz All-Starz) and more to celebrate the traditional Dia De Los Muertos holiday and raise funds and awareness for individuals with disabilities and special needs.

The schedule is subject to change, but here’s the lineup:
Hillside Stage
Grupo de Danza Mexica-chichimeca de Austin Aztec Dancers (Opening Ceremony) – 1:20-1:40 p.m.
Lesly Reynaga -2:00-2:40 p.m.
Mariachi Nueva Generación – 3:00-3:40 p.m.
Roy Lozano’s Ballet Folklórico de Texas – 3:40-4:00 p.m.
Austin Samba School – 4:00-4:20p.m.
Las Monas – 4:00-4:20 p.m.
Main Stage
DJ Syko – 12:00-3:00 p.m.
Tiarra Girls – 4:40-5:30 p.m.
DJ Syko – 5:30-5:50 p.m.
Son de Rey – 6:00-6:40 p.m.
Quimikoz Del Son – 7:00-7:40 p.m.
DJ Syko – 7:40-8:30 p.m.

A.B. Quintanilla & The Kumbia Kings All Starz – 8:30-9:45 p.m.
There will also be events for the kids (piñata parties!) and a Dia De Los Muertos procession at 4 p.m.

Long story short: A great event filled with family fun, pageantry, culture, tradition, and of course, music. Lots of cumbia this year not only from ABQ and crew, but also from DFW’s own Quimikoz Del Son (a group to watch, in my opinion).

The A.B. Cantu Pan-American Recreation Center is located at 2100 E. 3rd Street, at 3rd and Robert Martinez Jr. Streets in East Austin. Tickets are $20 at the gate, and children under 12 are free with a paid adult. All ages are welcome. VIP passes are $55 for those 21+. For more information, visit austindiadelosmuertos.com or follow the Facebook event here. - Austin Vida

Tomorrow, the Austin Police Department, Central Texas Harley Davidson, and the Central Texas 100 Club are teaming up to host a free benefit concert for the family of fallen Officer Jaime De Luna-Padron, who was killed on Good Friday in the line of duty.

A memorial motorcycle ride kicks off the day at 9:30am; registration for that begins at 9am, and the riders are expected to return around 1pm. The rest of the day features music by such artists as Andy MacIntyre and Carson Alexander (11am), Pete Benz (2pm), Son de Rey (5pm), and Deek Moore (8pm). Kids can enjoy a petting zoo, and food and drinks will be available for purchase.

Padron last month became the first Austin Police officer shot and killed in the line of duty since 1978 when he tried to detain a shoplifting suspect at a North Austin Walmart. (See "Officer's Death Hits Home," April 13.) - The Austin Chronicle

Los hijos de Austin, Texas, Son De Rey, celebran el lanzamiento de su nuevo single “Pray For A Lover“. La invitación es para el próximo sábado 19 de julio en el Gypsy Lounge. No te pierdas el concierto en vivo para conocer un poco del color y sabor de su nuevo material.

“Pray For A Lover” fue escrito por el vocalista Luis Miguel Ramírez, organizado por David Moreno, y producido por el “Grammy Winner” Fabian Hernandez. Aunque Son de Rey es comúnmente conocido por un sonido latino más tradicional, este nuevo single representa un nuevo capítulo y estilo en su evolución musical.

Haz clic aquí para escuchar “Pray For a Lover” en SoundCloud.

Son de Rey cultiva un sonido que combina ritmos latinos tradicionales y ritmos electrónicos. Tras la publicación de su EP Ojos Azules , recorrieron Tejas tocando en distintos festivales de música como el Pachanga Latino Music Fest, Festival de Pecan Street, y TTMA Fan Fair.

También puedes ver el teaser oficial de “Pray For A Lover” aquí. - Blastro 2

'Que Divertido' in any language means FUN

In a city far, far, away. In a time not that long ago, stands a small restaurant on the side of the road. Not unlike that of many other Tex-Mex food stops, El Rincon (http://www.elrincon.biz) shines like a neon, blue stop sign for the hungry.



Ha! Way to damn dramatic. El Rincon is on Pecan St., located in Pflugerville, Texas. No, the food is not mind blowing or stunning, but it is good Tex-Mex fare. The margaritas ARE pretty damn good though. El Rincon is a somewhat small, unassuming restaurant from the outside. Inside is about the same. The nice part is an enclosed patio to your left as you walk in. Roomy enough for a band, a couple of large parties, and still have tables for couples and groups of 3 or 4 spread around the area. There is a bar to the backside of this area as well.


I had the wonderful surprise to get home early this particular evening and was told "We are going out. You are taking me on a date, and here is where we are going." Well alright Ms. Cruz! Just about an hour later we arrived - yes AN HOUR drive. Damn well better believe I was thinking 'this better be good!' Nope! The night was better than good, it was F A N T A S T I C!!! We had an order of beef nachos and started on the 'ritas, all while enjoying some really good, wide ranging music.






Son De Rey (http://www.sonderey.com) was camped out this particular evening from about 8 - 11pm. It was a marathon set and they played everything. From Tejano oldies, cumbia favorites, pop and rock covers, their own originals (of course), and even taking some of those covers and re tooling them into stunning pieces. Billed mainly as a latin band, the label does little justice to the wide berth of music Son de Rey can perform well.




Son de Rey is a well rounded band with male and female lead vocals. A frighteningly bad ass keyboard player that does percussion as well. Credit also goes to the guitar player who strummed through all the genres like it was no big deal (really...from 'The Killers' to 'Santana', and 'Grupo Mazz'). The rhythym section of bass and drums was just as solid and had to be to keep up.









Son de Rey kept the patio area packed. As I sat, listened, and watched, it didn't take long to realize there were very few tables available and NO ONE was leaving. I am very glad we got our little spot when we did. The music was fun and lively. The grand mix of music and genres kept the entire crowd happy. There was some crowd participation on songs. There were folks getting up and dancing (and there was no damn space so the dancing was up with the singers) to other songs. All the while the charismatic lead singer Luis, smiled and charmed his way through the entire set. Even going so far as taking song suggestions from out of the crowd. He even had a laugh when the band was called out about the number of songs they had performed by one particular band they were covering. It was wonderful fun.


















For a date night I would so do this again. Another, long and fun set by Son de Rey. In a location where the crowd stays happy and dances and sings the night away. Go see them, enjoy yourselves and we may see you there.


Laters - Live Music In Austin