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norteno

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Norteño is a subgenre of regional Mexican music whose lyrics range from the socially pointed to the romantic, carried by its signature button accordion and bajo sexto in the conjunto norteño ensemble. Popular on both sides of the US–Mexico border and as far south as Chile, it spans rural and urban audiences alike.

In this directory it runs from Ramón Ayala, Los Tigres del Norte and Los Tucanes de Tijuana to Intocable, Conjunto Primavera, Calibre 50, Grupo Frontera and Carín León.

Frequently asked questions

What is norteno music? +

Norteño is a subgenre of regional Mexican music whose lyrics range from the socially pointed to the romantic, carried by its signature button accordion and bajo sexto in the conjunto norteño ensemble. Popular on both sides of the US–Mexico border and as far south as Chile, it spans rural and urban audiences alike.

Who are some of the most important norteno artists? +

Notable norteno artists in this directory include Los Tigres del Norte, Carin León, Intocable, Los Tucanes de Tijuana, Ramón Ayala and Grupo Frontera.

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