Luis R Conriquez – Corridos Bélicos, Vol. IV

Album Info

Artist: Luis R Conriquez

Title: Corridos Bélicos, Vol. IV

Year: 2024

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Tracklist

  • 1. A Punta de Balazos (3:31)
  • 2. Pixelados (3:55)
  • 3. El Agujero (2:23)
  • 4. Aquellos Botones (3:04)
  • 5. Nemesio (2:40)
  • 6. Arre Pues (2:17)
  • 7. Pónganse Bien (2:34)
  • 8. La Belikiza (2:09)
  • 9. Las Dos R (2:30)
  • 10. Bélicos (2:18)
  • 11. La Supuesta Cita (3:05)
  • 12. Saquen Cuentas (2:54)
  • 13. 19 por los Radios (2:44)
  • 14. Sin Tanto Royo (2:28)
  • 15. Gorras Numeradas (2:58)
  • 16. Por Reynosa (2:29)
  • 17. Fresas Con Crema (2:20)
  • 18. Quién Es Iván (3:33)
  • 19. LMV (2:30)
  • 20. Más Perrón Con los Balenciaga (2:49)
  • 21. El Ocho (3:15)
  • 22. El 27 (3:53)
  • 23. Mi Bello Ángel (3:08)

Review

Luis R Conriquez has been making waves in the música mexicana scene, and "Corridos Bélicos, Vol. IV" shows exactly why folks are taking notice. This 2024 release finds him doubling down on what he does best - those hard-hitting corridos that pack both tradition and modern punch. The man's got a real gift for bringing together some serious talent, with El Fantasma, Fuerza Regida, and Junior H all stepping up to the plate alongside him. It's the kind of collaboration that reminds me of those classic country duet albums where everyone brings their A-game.

The production on this record hits with the force of a runaway freight train, all brass and percussion that'll rattle your speakers in the best way possible. These aren't just songs - they're stories wrapped in driving rhythms that capture both the swagger and the soul of modern Mexican music. The chemistry between Conriquez and his guests creates something special, with each voice adding its own flavor to the mix while staying true to the corridos tradition. You can tell this was meant to be heard loud, whether you're cranking it on the radio or catching it live.

What strikes me most about this fourth volume is how Conriquez manages to honor the roots of corridos while pushing the genre forward into new territory. The album works best when you let it roll from start to finish, each track building on the last like chapters in a well-told story. It's clear that Conriquez has found his calling in this corner of Latin music, and "Corridos Bélicos, Vol. IV" stands as solid proof that he's not just following trends - he's helping set them. - Rex