Wherever there are fans who can appreciate a common touch, direct language and vivid storytelling, El Compa Sacra enjoys a loyal following. For over 25 years, he"s been the happy warrior of Regional Mexican music, earning respect by singing controversial truths about life and love. A co-founder of the influential group Los Razos, he launched his solo career in 2009 with the gold-certified Hierba Mala Nunca Muere (Bad Weed Never Dies), featuring the hit "Falsos Amigos" (Fake Friends). Now, he returns with his first brass banda-styled album, A Pura Banda Pariente. Percolating, blaring, and extroverted, El Compa Sacra"s brassy new songs draw us in from the very first verse.