Gonzales, Ben 2013-07-17
This interview features Ben Gonzales as he discusses Tejano and Conjunto music in West Texas.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Ben Gonzales
Additional Parties Recorded:
Date: July 17, 2013
Location: Lubbock, Texas
Interviewer: Daniel Sanchez
Length: 00:43:12
Abstract
Tejano music and Conjunto music; Lubbock’s ability to identify Tejano talent; The style and influence of the Hometown Boys; Closing the gap between San Antonio and Lubbock Tejano music; How early accordion groups laid the foundation for Hometown Boys; His early life and background; The rise of Tejano radio in Lubbock; The early problems facing Tejano radio stations; Anyone who grew up influenced by Mexican performers; The project and how the interview will be incorporated
Access Information
Original Recording Format: born digital audio
Recording Format Notes: access copy available in reading room
Transcript: transcript available https://hdl.handle.net/10605/376416
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