Daily Archives: June 27, 2009

I’m still in shock about Michael Jackson’s sudden death and saddened about the mysterious circumstances surrounding it. But like always, Michael’s music is helping me feel better and instead focus on his seemingly magical ability to entertain audiences around the world with that voice and those moves.

I turned 6 in 1984 and got the best birthday present ever. You can tell by my reaction how I felt about my Thriller album and about Michael Jackson. I don’t know what those other three gifts on the table were but I’m sure they were nice, too!

Earlier this year, I bought the special edition Thriller CD and marveled at how his songs still moved me.

It’s understandable that the media must include all aspects of his life when they report on this story, but I like to remember the Michael on stage and in his groundbreaking music videos – dancing with his signature spinning, popping and gliding and singing with that smooth, emotional sound.

It was obviously lonely at the top for Michael but his music and his magic will continue to make people happy for a long, long time to come.  I hope that he realized that during his life or at least knows it now.

Thanks Michael for introducing me to the power of music and dance!

Video interviews are coming up from Thursday night’s Tejano y Mas one-year anniversary concert and celebration. We spoke with Gabriel Zavala, the host of Tejano y Mas, who was also celebrating his birthday that night! Other interviews include:

• A.J. Castillo – accordionist and vocalist, who performed with his younger brother, Sergio
• Von Army – whose young, energetic members include Emilio Navaira’s two sons, Diego and Emilio
• Onajet and Anajet (and a special guest) – who appear on Tejano Y Mas regularly as the comic relief

Don’t forget that Saturday night, Graham Central Station is hosting Stefani Montiel’s CD release party.

In addition to Stefani, there are a lot of new releases out, including two live CDs from Elida Reyna and Jay Perez.  We’ll review Jay’s and Elida’s CD and also have a video interview with Elida about the experience of recording her live CD at the Cine El Rey in McAllen, Texas.

Keep visiting the site for these updates!