1. ANDARE 2. PASOS POR LAS SOMBRAS 3. TEJAS ES MI MADRE 4. EQUIPAJE ADOLESCENTE 5. ALGO AZUL 6. BANDIDO PARA TI 7. AMOR PURO 8. ESPERANDOME 9. CUANTAS VECES 10. LLUVIA DE FLOR DE CEREZO 11. SSNICA USA 12. RIO NAVIDAD 13. CIUDAD PLATEADA 14. FURIA Y FUEGO 15. VOLADOR 16. MC OVERLOAD 17. LA CRUZADA
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Dies ist Alejandro Escovedos von der Kritik hochgelobtes Album â??The Crossingâ??, dessen Gesang auf Spanisch aufgenommen wurde. Mit den ins Spanische übersetzten und gesungenen Texten wird das Konzeptalbum, das die Geschichte zweier junger Einwanderer in die USA erzählt, die sich über ihre gemeinsame Liebe zum Punkrock verbinden, während sie als Einwanderer mit Rassismus und Diskriminierung kämpfen, zu einem noch intimeren Erlebnis. Es enthält Gastsänger, sowie Alejandro, der alle Songs von â??The Crossingâ?? auf Spanisch singt. Zu den Sängern auf dem Album gehören Alex Ruiz (Chingon), Patricia Vonne, Vanessa Del Fierro und Alejandro Escovedo. Tracks wie "Algo Azul" ("Something Blue"), "Sónica USA", "Bandido Para Ti" ("Outlaw For You") glänzen hier wirklich. -
Re-recording of 2018's "The Crossing" - All songs from the original album in Spanish.
Alejandro Escovedo's "La Cruzada" on CD is an evocative concept album that blends rock, roots, and Latin influences into a cinematic song cycle. Sung entirely in Spanish, this companion piece to his acclaimed album "The Crossing" follows the emotional journey of migration, identity, and resilience, told through richly textured arrangements and Escovedo's unmistakable storytelling. Guitars, strings, and atmospheric keyboards create a widescreen sound, moving from intimate ballads to driving rock passages, while Latin rhythms and melodic motifs add depth and cultural resonance. "La Cruzada" is not a simple collection of songs, but a cohesive narrative that invites the listener to experience the hopes, struggles, and dreams of its protagonists from start to finish.
As a physical CD release, "La Cruzada" offers warm, detailed sound and a tangible way to explore the album's world, including artwork and booklet that underline its cinematic, literary character. The production emphasizes clarity and emotional impact: vocals sit upfront, surrounded by carefully layered instruments that retain an organic, live feel. This makes the CD edition particularly appealing for listeners who value nuance in arrangement and performance over compressed, purely digital listening.
Alejandro Escovedo is a highly respected American songwriter and guitarist whose career spans punk, alt-country, rock, and Americana. From his early days with The Nuns and Rank and File to his later solo work, he has become a cult figure admired by critics, fellow musicians, and devoted fans alike. Over the decades, Escovedo has released numerous albums that regularly appear on critics' year-end lists, earning him a reputation as one of the most compelling storytellers in contemporary rock. His music is known for its emotional honesty, literary lyrics, and stylistic range, moving effortlessly between raw rock energy and string-laden, introspective songs. "La Cruzada" continues this tradition, highlighting his ability to address personal and political themes with poetic intensity.
The CD is released by Yep Roc, an independent label based in the United States known for its carefully curated roster of roots, rock, folk, and alternative artists. Yep Roc has built a strong reputation among music lovers for putting artistic integrity first, supporting long-term careers rather than quick trends. The label is recognized for high-quality physical releases, thoughtful packaging, and close collaboration with its artists, making it a trusted home for musicians like Alejandro Escovedo who value creative freedom and a devoted audience. With "La Cruzada," Yep Roc once again demonstrates its commitment to distinctive, boundary-crossing music that deserves focused listening.
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