Braulio y Fuzzion
Tejano/Cumbia/ Latin Rock
March 3,2011 @ 9pm
1st Dow & Stassney Austin, Texas
Braulio Rodriguez - Lead Vocals
Marc Sustaita - Trumpet/Back-Up Vocals
Dan Corona - Guitar/Back-Up Vocals
Alex Sefchick - Bass
Daniel 'Dez' Hernandez - Keys
Christopher Faison - Percussion
Juan Salazar - Drums
Walking into 1st Down & Stassney on Thursday, March 3, 2011 at 9pm, I was looking forward to having a good time with some friends, and enjoy a great band. Some of the member in the band I do know, and I already knew how great of musicians they were. But I was completely shocked when hearing this band. High energy, audience screaming for more, amazing dance moves, fantastic voice, and an impeccable band; and this was just during and after the first song.
When Braulio Rodriguez (Lead Vocals) belts out a single note, you will instantly obtain goosebumps. His powerful, strong, and melodic voice is addicting. Watching him on stage is mezmorizing, cause boy can he move! Grabbing the attention of the audience and inviting them to become apart of the performance, showed me that this is an artist who cares about his fans.
A man with such an amazing voice also comes with an out of this world band. A man of many words, Marc Sustaita (Trumpet/Back-Up Vocals) not only has an great voice to back up Braulio, but he worked that trumpet like the well seasoned pro he is. Sensationally talented to just go from singing to playing the horn in a blink of an eye.
Braulio wasn't the only one working the stage, you can see Dan Corona (Guitar/Back-Up Vocals) & Alex Sefchick (Bass) feeling the groove of each and every song. Listening to Dan Corona on his guitar, you would think he is Carlos Santana's 1/2 brother. Mixing Tejano & Rock together comes just as easy as breathing, with his powerful cords can make anyone become a fan of not only the guitar, but him. It was also a nice surprise to hear Dan Corona on lead vocals during "Chucos Suaves." Not to mention they gave an incredible taste of hardcore Latin Rock to song.
I like my bass just like I like my coffee, strong. That is exactly what Alex Sefchick (Bass)
brought to the performance. Keeping a fantastic bass line while grooving to the music, you can see that with each slap of the bass, he slapped it with heart.
Melody & chord progression is key to a great band, this is exactly what I have learned from listening to Daniel 'Dez' Hernandez (Keyboard). I could see the focus, determination, and thrill he exibits.
Chimes, timbales, & congas...OH MY!
Is what Christopher Faison (Percussion) had me thinking. Adding the sugar & spice with harmony & melody, really put the a cap on the band. Bringing the songs together, like the melodic beating of the congas during "Juana La Cubana", and "Chucos Suaves."
Last but certainly not least is the beat monster himself, Juan Salazar (Drums.) The swift kick of the bass drums, feels like its jumping out of your chest. The rhythm that Juan Salazar displays can get your moving your feet, or out on the dance floor having a great time.
You put everything I said together and what you have is an;
unstoppable, professional, energetic, hard working, breath taking, thrilling, mind-blowing, and most of all sensational band named......... Braulio Y Fuzzion!
Every song performed by Braulio Y Fuzzion, had the audience wanting more. There wasn't a song performed that the audience didn't like. My personal favorite song performed is "Si Lo Quieres" although I love every song. They performed an oldie but goodie "Volver, Volver" which got everyone in the place singing. Even a twist to the popular song "Careless Whispers" re-written by lead singer Braulio Rodriguez, which really showcased his incredible voice, and the ability to captivate the audience. Their set list was filled with cumbias which really kept the energy high, crowd dancing, and the drinks coming.
All in all if you missed them rockin' the house last night, don't worry they will be performing again this weekend (check below for info.)
Braulio Y Fuzzion is taking the Tejano music scene by storm, and putting Tejano music back on track. Be sure to catch them because this high energy band is going places. They definitely have a life long fan and friend here!
To Braulio Y Fuzzion : Keep doing what you're doing, you all are great musicians with extraordinary talent. Don't let anyone tell you different.
Braulio Y Fuzzion next schedule performance: Double Dose Saturday!
During the day
Saturday, March 5th, 2011 @ 5 pm-6pm
Fats Tuesday - Martes Gigante International Festival
presented by
OLA Marketing & Entertainment,Divine Taste Catering and Latin Fusion TV
FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!!!!
Wonderland of the America's Mall - America's Amphitheater
4522 Fredericksburg Rd.
San Antonio, TX
In the evening
Saturday March 5th, 2011 (Below)
Mexitas Event Center proudly presents Avizo with special guest Jimmy Edward!!!
Doors open at 8pm.
9pm Braulio y Fuzzion
11pm Avizo with special guest Jimmy Edward
$10 pre-sale tickets, $15 at the door.
This show welcomes 18 years and up.
For more information call (512) 512-467-4444.
(Mexitas Event Center is located in beautiful downtown Austin, at 11th and N. IH-35.)
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