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Girl Underground Music Argumentative Essay

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Taking place in Orange County, La Tocada Fest puts on a one day festival packed with some of the best Latin musicians. From Natalia LaFourcade’s effortlessly beautiful performance to Cafe Tacvba’s highly anticipated set, the festival was vibrant and colorful with the sound of Latin jams. With everyone speaking Spanish where you looked, I couldn’t help but feel like I was back in Mexico. The energetic and engaging crowds, as well overall fun attitude of everyone made it an incredibly enjoyable and refreshing experience. Girl Underground Music had the privilege of covering the fest over the weekend and we highlight some of our favorite performances.

As the hot sun descended upon the fest, Jenny and the Mexicats started things off to open up the main stage. Accompanied by the Mexicats, consisting of a bass player, multiple guitar players and a drummer, Jenny was on the trumpet as she opened with a swaying Latin jam. Verde Mas Alla was the perfect number to dance to carelessly in the sun. The band was energetic and pronounced with every note they played. As they wrapped up their set, they proclaimed “Today we die in California”. Jenny and the Mexicats also proved that the …show more content…

Dressed in matching silver outfits the members of the celebrated group arrived to the stage and proceeded to bring the song to its full sonic sound. Frontman Ruben’s charisma fueled the set as he proclaimed to the crowd, “Are you all tired, because it’s time to dance!” The band then dove into the colorful anthem Las Flores where I proceeded to frolic and jump along with all the photographers in the pit, a true bonding moment with strangers. Cafe Tacvba did not disappoint their longtime fans, as they played all time favorites La ingrata, Chilanga Banda, and La Chica

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