‘Tributo al Rey Con Banda Vol. 2’ Unites Vicente Fernández With Different Generations: Stream It Here
"We selected these collaborations with the goal of ensuring that my father's musical legacy continues to transcend time," Vicente Fernández Jr. tells Billboard Español .
Vicente Fernández's legacy lives on through his posthumous album 'Tributo al Rey con Banda Vol. 2', released on September 15, 2023. The album brings together Fernández's most iconic hits in a new twist - with the addition of Sinaloan banda music rather than his traditional mariachi sound. Ten new duets have been added, featuring collaborations with other renowned artists in the regional Mexican genre.
Julio Preciado, Ana Bárbara, Joan Sebastian, Banda MS, Edwin Luna y La Trakalosa de Monterrey, Víctor García, Joss Favela, and Lenin Ramírez all contribute their distinct voices to the album, bringing a fresh perspective to Fernández's timeless songs. 'Por Tu Maldito Amor', 'Qué de Raro Tiene', 'Para Siempre', 'Bohemio de Afición', and 'Cruz de Olvido' are among the tracks included.
Fernández Jr., the project's executive producer and son of Vicente Fernández, expressed his honor at participating in the album, saying that it is a 'great honor and privilege'. Lenin Ramírez, a new-generation artist in música mexicana, also expressed gratitude to Fernández's family for the opportunity and hopes listeners enjoy his contribution to the album.
Throughout his career, Fernández released over 70 albums and acted in more than 30 films. He was honored with the 2002 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year award and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Known as "El Charro de Huentitán," he continues to be a significant figure in ranchera music, boasting 15 million monthly listeners on Spotify. His version of "El Rey" tops Billboard's 50 Best Mariachi Songs of All Time list.
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