In Chihuahua, Mexico, a significant increase in violence has led the local authorities to ask Los Tigres del Norte to refrain from performing certain songs with violent themes. This marks a historic moment for the band, as it is the first time they faced such restrictions. The situation reflects a broader tension between the music genre of corridos and government concerns over violence. Similar incidents have occurred with other artists, reflecting a continuous crackdown on the genre amidst rising crime rates in Mexico. Jorge Hernandez of the band reflects on the implications of these restrictions for artists and audiences alike.
The authorities told us outside: If you sing a corrido, we're going to kick you out of there,' the singer tells his audience.
It's the first time in our history here in Chihuahua that they've prohibited us from singing our corridos.
The Sinaloa-born Hernandez, 71, speaks with EL PAIS and analyzes these situations that have led the genre into its umpteenth controversy.
I believe the ballads have resonated because they capture the true stories of our people, often highlighting struggles and triumphs.
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