Los Pecados De Maria combine the power of Hard Rock with the influences of their Latin heritage, to bring a loud and emotional mix to the rock en Español genre.
Formed in Chicago in 2004 the band was founded by lead vocalist Marialen Magaña . Her inspiration for the group came after writing what would later become the bands first single, “Por Si Una Vez”. Choosing the direction of rock, and using her influences of traditional Mexican art and music, she formed an image for the band that would shape the culture for Los Pecados. The band started coming together when Tijuana Mexico native Javier Cazares jumped on board. Javier a founding member of Planet de Crystal, the Rock en Español band that received critical acclaim internationally with their releases Miralo (1998) and Velocidad (1999). His aggressive approach to the lead guitar was only complimented by the percussive style of bassist, and former Planeta member, Agustin Santana. Their experience in song writing only became enhanced by the solid legwork of ex Planeta drummer Alex Reynoso. Together the three musicians along with Marialen began to shape the style of rock she had envisioned for the band. Performing with World acts such as El Tri, Mago de Oz, Enanitos Verdes, Panteon Roccoco, Alejandra Guzman, and Gloria Trevi, the band’s live show has the energy and excitement that can only be experienced in person.
Por Si Una Vez opens with the emotional power of Marialen’s voice on Me Fui, giving listeners a sample of the Rock Latino that combines the traditional with the conventional rock. Acoustic Pop Empty Home displays some of the music Latin rockers are always looking to hear. Tequila, a fun party song, showcases the clever song writing tactics that keeps the band and their listeners singing. Song four is the title and single Por Si Una Vez. Marialen’s smokey voice, and passionate lyrics gives us an inside to the emotion that was the inspiration for the song. Soul on Fire is a slight departure of the bands style. Sung in English and Spanish, this song smooth rhythmic feel is an example of the bands willingness to experiment with their music. Other songs include rockers Todo Para Ti, Once Again, and Pecador. Songs like Promesa, and Don’t Let Me Be, are fun pop songs that round of a solid music set. Also included are two bonus tracks, the songs EL Rey, traditionally performed by Jose Alfredo Jimenez and Elephante, a children’s nursery rhyme. These two rockers can only be described as fun and entertaining, which is a tribute to the bands sense of humor and creativity.
The band’s recent accomplishments include the simultaneous release of their CD “Por Si Una Vez” and the music video for the title track. A well received performance for The International Latin Film Festival in Jacksonville, Florida. The band is currently in the final stages of negotiations on booking a tour for the United States, and are looking to secure some dates for performances in Mexico
Actualmente la alineación de Los Pecados de Maria esta conformada por :
• Marialen Magana - Voz & Guitarra Acustica • Gus Santana - Bass Guitar • Javier Cazares - Lead Guitar • Alex Reynoso - Drums
Los Pecados de Maria actualmente se encuentran trabajando en los neconocidos estudios Pressure Point en Chicago. Se encuentran en la etapa final de grabación de lo que será oficialmente su primer trabajo discográfico. Para noticias, fotografias, calendanio de shows y más, por favor visita: www.pecadosdemaria.com
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- July, 10 2009 09:00 PM - 169 BAR / New York 169 E Broadway, New York, New York 10017 - $10
More info to come!
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- July, 11 2009 09:00 PM - Medusa’s/ New Jersey 40 3rd St, Passaic, New Jersey 07055-7414 -
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- July, 12 2009 08:00 PM - Dantigua Lounge/Queens ny 84-16 NORTHERN BLVD, QUEENS, NY, QUEENS, New York 11372 -
summer fest 2009 , DANTIGUA LOUNGE QUEENS ny
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- July, 31 2009 12:00 AM - El TUNEL
1107 S Halsted, chicago Heights, Illinois 60411 -
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- August, 9 2009 06:00 PM - St. Procopious Kermes 18th and Allport, Chicago, Illinois 60608 - free
St. Procopious annual Kermes. Food, games and family fun. All to benefit St. Procopious. La Kermes Annual de San Procopious.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- August, 16 2009 04:00 PM - August Street Festival 26th & Central Park, Chicago, Illinois 60623 - free
In the middle of country, banda and duranguenze, will be ROCK & ROLL...PECADOS STYLE! En medio de todos los otros generos....Rock en Español con LOS PECADOS DE MARIA!
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- August, 28 2009 08:00 PM - US BEER company 1801 N clybourn, Chicago, Illinois 60614 -
NOs vemos en Dallas muy pronto!
