Chicano Rock!: The Sounds of East Los Angeles (2009)
Actor Edward James Olmos narrates this celebration of Chicano rock, with personal stories, archival footage and music from Ritchie Valens, Los Lobos and others vividly chronicling the history and cultural import of this music born in the barrios. Other featured artists include Lalo Guerrero, considered the father of Chicano rock, and the classic bands Thee Midniters, Cannibal and the Headhunters, El Chicano and Tierra.
Director: Jon Wilkman
Genre: Documentary
Release Date: February 10, 2009
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Chicano Rock!: The Sounds of East Los Angeles about?
- Actor Edward James Olmos narrates this celebration of Chicano rock, with personal stories, archival footage and music from Ritchie Valens, Los Lobos and others vividly chronicling the history and cultural import of this music born in the barrios. Other featured artists include Lalo Guerrero, considered the father of Chicano rock, and the classic bands Thee Midniters, Cannibal and the Headhunters, El Chicano and Tierra.
- Who directed Chicano Rock!: The Sounds of East Los Angeles?
- Chicano Rock!: The Sounds of East Los Angeles was directed by Jon Wilkman.
- What genre is Chicano Rock!: The Sounds of East Los Angeles?
- Chicano Rock!: The Sounds of East Los Angeles is a Documentary film.