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Kiko: 20th Anniversary Edition

Los LobosAudio CD
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (53 customer reviews)

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More than three decades have passed since Los Lobos released their debut album, Just Another Band from East L.A. Since then they’ve repeatedly disproven that title—Los Lobos isn’t “just another” anything, but rather a band that has consistently evolved artistically while never losing sight of their humble roots.

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Kiko: 20th Anniversary Edition + La Pistola y El Corazon + By the Light of the Moon
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Product Details

  • Audio CD (August 21, 2012)
  • Original Release Date: 2012
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Shout Factory!
  • ASIN: B0083Q4K5O
  • Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Music
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (53 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,472 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

1. Dream in Blue
2. Wake Up Dolores
3. Angels with Dirty Faces
4. That Train Don't Stop Here
5. Kiko and the Lavender Moon
6. Saint Behind the Glass
7. Reva's House
8. When the Circus Comes
9. Arizona Skies
10. Short Side of Nothing
11. Two Janes
12. Wicked Rain
13. Whiskey Trail
14. Just a Man
15. Peace
16. Rio de Tenampa
17. Whiskey Trail (Studio Demo Version)
18. Rio de Tenampa (Studio Demo Version)
19. Peace (Live)
20. Arizona Skies/Borinquen Patria Mia (Live)
See all 21 tracks on this disc

Editorial Reviews

Los Lobos is celebrating the 20th anniversary of their seminal album Kiko with the release of Kiko 20th Anniversary Edition on CD. The Kiko 20th Anniversary Edition is newly remastered, and features bonus material including demo versions of album tracks and live recordings, and new liner notes written by Los Angeles journalist and longtime friend of the band, Luis Torres.

Released in 1992, Kiko was embraced by fans and hailed by critics as the band s defining moment, the album that put Los Lobos back on the innovation track. Kiko was produced by Mitchell Froom, who received a Grammy nomination for Producer of the Year for his work on the album, and who had previously collaborated with the band on La Bamba. Dubbed one of the albums of the decade by The Wall Street Journal, "the album of the year" by the Los Angeles Times and the Chicago Tribune, and one of "The Essential Recordings of the '90s" by Rolling Stone, Los Lobos also took home an MTV Music Video Award for Breakthrough Video for "Kiko and the Lavender Moon" in 1993.

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Recommend this as a great addition to anyone's collection. Bill  |  15 reviewers made a similar statement
This is not only probably the best Los Lobos album, but is also one of the best rock albums ever. Fred McGhee  |  6 reviewers made a similar statement
The overlapping rhythms and instrumentation give it a very surreal atmosphere. driley@cyberramp.net  |  10 reviewers made a similar statement
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34 of 36 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Honky tonk con sabor(with flavor) June 7, 2004
Format:Audio CD
I have nearly every legitimate Los Lobos recording and have to rate this particular one as quite possibly their best; at least in their top three. It is difficult to pick a fave disc because they all have individual qualities; it is like trying to pick your favorite child. This embodies the essence of the wolf boyz with elements of roots rock, tinged with strong rhythm and blues flavors, psychedelic experimental colorful tones intertwined with folkloric Mexican rhythms and all brought together by the smoky vocals of Cesar Rosas or David Hidalgo. If this were the Beatles this might be the "White Album" or "Sergeant Pepper." The music is a lush tapestry of Americana that features a sort of southwestern country music flare. The instrumental "Arizona Skies" pretty much captures that feeling of southwest country music complete with a mixing of Latin percussion sounds and banjo. This combination of instruments might seem at odds but on the contrary it sounds perfectly harmonious. The spectacular "Wicked Rain" is a biting piece of music that demonstrates the ease with which the wolf boyz can capture the gritty roots of rock 'n roll. When the guitars blend with the drums it is like thunder and lightning falling from the sky. There are many cool songs on this classic wolf boyz disc but of special note is the stripped down "Just a Man" that has a New Orleans joyful funeral march feeling with some guitar licks reminiscent of the best blues musicians. Other faves include "Saint Behind the Glass" that is a John Lennonesque tune that features a Veracruz harp that gives it a huapango meets the Beatles sound." Rio de Tenampa" is the only song in Spanish only and fits into the Mexican folkloric niche. My absolute fave has to be "Kiko and The Lavendar Moon." The song is a masterpiece of sublime beauty that has a haunting soulful strut in it's presentation. Overall this is one of the classic Los Lobos recordings where if you are unfamiliar(where you been ?) with much of their music it might be a good place to start. So go back to 1992 and check it out, it was a very good year for Los Lobos music .Highly recommended East LA roots music that is distinctly American .
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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars BUY THIS ONE! February 18, 2006
Format:Audio CD
Its hard to say that any album could be the quintessential Los Lobos Album. They have so many different aspects and nuances, it would be impossible to capture them in one album. Kiko comes pretty close to capturing the Lobos' essence though. Songs like Dream In Blue, Angels With Dirty Faces, & Peace showcase the basic Los Lobos "East LA Roots Rock" sound. One of my favorites, Saint Behind The Glass, is a nod to traditional Mexican Music while still maintaining approachability to the non-Latino listener. Rio de Tenampa showcases the band's ability to seamlessly meld Mexican and Country sounds together in one unique package. Every song on here is written and played with great depth and feeling, but none more than the melancholy When The Circus Comes, which I find so emotionally stirring. While this CD has a certain Hispanic flavor, it is a great introductory album to a band that appeals to lovers of all different genres of music including, Latin, Country, Blues, Rock and more!
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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars An album that continues to sound new - years later March 24, 1999
Format:Audio CD
In 1992 I had all the old 'lobos' stuff when KIKO came out: But hey I am Mexican American I am supposed to listen to them. But this CD changed my mind about the group in general this CD solidified that LOS LOBOS aren't a Latino only band, They are musicians equal to anyone one out there. So now when I get the chance I spread the word about these musicians because they are not our giant prized Latino band anymore they are for EVERYONE! BEST SELECTIONS:WAKE UP DOLORES, ARIZONA SKIES, SHORTSIDE OF NOTHING, WHISKEY TRAIL, REVA'S HOUSE, DREAM IN BLUE AND KIKO AND THE LAVENDOR MOON.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars Smooth music
Quality music with quality musicians. Love the music, especially Kiko and the Lavender Moon. and best place to buy music is here.
Published 3 months ago by redhead05
5.0 out of 5 stars Everything I had hoped it would be
I purchased this for my husband. He loves it and so do I. It is great to listen to while driving or sitting around the house.
Published 3 months ago by M. A. Edwards
5.0 out of 5 stars Los Lobos very talented
Bought this for the song Kiko an the Lavender Moon. But , truely enjoy all selections. Recommend this as a great addition to anyone's collection.
Published 3 months ago by Bill
5.0 out of 5 stars " Perfect "
The cd arrived before time and it seems it was new at least it was sealed ! I love it
Published 4 months ago by Mr. Hafthor B
5.0 out of 5 stars Great CD!
This is a great compilation of Los Lobos compositions that demonstrates their incredible range. Friends who are not familiar with them will comment upon hearing it, "Who is... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Seattle fan
4.0 out of 5 stars I love Los Lobos and this is one of their best
If I could give this 4.5 stars I would, but it's not a perfect 5. Great stuff. I love the way they move easily from rock/pop/Americana to more traditional forms of music. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Flycatcher
5.0 out of 5 stars Classic Los Lobos
I purchased this as part of the Kiko commemorative set and so glad I did. This release is classic Los Lobos that any Los Lobos fan will enjoy.
Published 5 months ago by Stella M. LaPaglia
5.0 out of 5 stars Rockin' Perfection, Classic Record!
This record rocks! It stands toe to toe with any album in the rock 'n roll era. Total Pepper quality in the Los Lobos catalogue. A new high. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Anthony Fernandez
4.0 out of 5 stars Shout Factory re-issue the wolves best
By Jim Clark, publisher, Lee County Courier, Tupelo, MS

It's hard to believe it's been 20 years since Kiko hit the record
bins for the first time. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Jim Clark
5.0 out of 5 stars 20 years later this is still an amazing CD
I got on Amazon looking for something else by Los Lobos and saw the cover for Kiko and I was instantly in a happy place :-)

Growing up in So Cal I was already a big Los... Read more
Published 10 months ago by sonicfruit
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