Los Claxons is a Mexican

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band from

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, Mexico, initially formed in 2004. Its members include: Ignacio Llantada (vocals, guitar, piano), Mauricio Sánchez (vocals, guitar), Edgar "Cholo" Lozano (electric guitar), Pablo Gonzalez Sarre (bass, guitar), and Cesareo Castillo (drums).

History

Los Claxons started playing locally, which resulted in their recognition around Monterrey. Signed to the labe
Movic Records
released their first album ''Sin Ganga'' in 2004 where hit singles like "Personajes" and "Mis Manos Necias" led to their wide recognition in Mexico. This first album was recorded a
El Cielo
recording studios, a joint music studio located within Movic Records. Ever since, the band has gained great exposure and popularity around Mexico, sharing the stage with artists like

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alongside other notable artists including

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, and

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. In October 2015, Los Claxons released their 6th studio album "Centro, Sur y al Otro Lado" produced solely by them, which debuted #1 on iTunes Mexico and US, was in the Top 3 category of CD sales in Mexico and their single "Hasta Que Vuelvas a Verme" charted within the Top 5 chart in Mexican radio. Los Claxons is currently recording their 7th studio album "Maldita Felicidad". Their first single from this upcoming album was released on radio April 16 and in digital platforms on April 20. The single instantly charted on Spotify playlists and is currently on the Top 20 on national radio. The band has been nominated for two

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: – Best Pop Album (2010) – Best Pop/Rock Album (2012)

Discography

"Tómame" was their first ever released single.

''Sin Ganga''

''Sin Ganga (Edición Especial)''

''En Primera''

''Los Claxons''

''Camino A Encontrarte''

''Un Día De Sol''

''Diez En Vivo (Live)''

''Centro, Sur y Al Otro Lado''

''Maldita felicidad''

References

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