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There are at least three artists using the moniker Malo. Malo is a U.S. Latin-rock group. The San Francisco-based ensemble was led by Arcelio Garcia and Jorge Santana, the brother of Latin-rock guitarist, Carlos Santana. Four of Malo's original members (Santana, Garcia, Tellez, and Bean) had previously played in a band called The Malibus. The other three founding members (Abel Zarate, Roy Murray, and Richard Spremich) had played together in a band called Naked Lunch. Read more on Last.fm
Genres
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- melodic rap
- pop
- rap
Frequently Asked Questions
- What was Malo's famous song?
- Malo's most famous song is "Suavecito."
- Is Malo related to Santana?
- Malo is indeed connected to Santana, sharing both musical roots and family ties. The most notable link is Jorge Santana, the younger brother of the legendary guitarist Carlos Santana, who was a founding member and guitarist for Malo. Both bands emerged from the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area Latin rock scene in the late 1960s and early 1970s, blending rock, jazz, funk, and Latin rhythms. While Santana achieved worldwide fame, Malo carved its own niche with a distinct sound and influential tracks like "Suavecito."
- What happened to the group Malo?
- Malo experienced several changes over the years after their initial success in the early 1970s. Following the breakthrough of "Suavecito,"
- Who are the members of Malo?
- The original lineup of Malo was a collective of talented musicians from the San Francisco Bay Area, known for their diverse musical backgrounds. Key original members included Jorge Santana (guitar), Arcelio Garcia (vocals), Abel Zarate (guitar, vocals), Pablo Tellez (bass), Richard Bean (timbales, vocals), Richard Spremich (drums), and Coke Escovedo (percussion). They were later joined by other musicians such as Luis Gasca (trumpet), Forrest Buchtel (trumpet), and Tom Poole (trumpet), contributing to Malo's rich, layered sound. Over the years, the lineup has evolved, with various members departing and new talent joining the band for recordings and live performances. This fluid membership has kept Malo's music fresh, while the core spirit and Latin rock foundation established by the original group continue to define their legacy.
- Who was the original lead singer of Malo?
- The original lead singer of Malo was Arcelio Garcia. As the frontman, Garcia's soulful vocals were a defining element of the band's unique sound, particularly evident on their signature hit "Suavecito."