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La Mafia

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Region: Upper Gulf Coast / Houston Area Conference: Texas Regional Rank: #126

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• La Mafia formed in Houston, Texas, initially playing backyard parties in the early 1980s.
• Their crossover hit, "Estás Haciendo Daño," marked a turning point, gaining them mainstream Latin radio play.
• Lead singer Oscar De La Rosa briefly pursued a solo career in the late 90s but reunited with the band.
• La Mafia blended Tejano music with pop and rock elements, pioneering a more modern sound.
• Selena Quintanilla opened for La Mafia early in her career, solidifying their Tejano music status.
• "Un Millón de Rosas" became their signature song, still played at weddings and quinceañeras today.
• They won a Grammy Award in 1996 for Best Mexican-American Performance, recognizing their broad appeal.
• La Mafia was one of the first Tejano bands to tour extensively in Latin America.
• Their collaboration with Nicaraguan singer Luis Enrique on "Me Estoy Enamorando" broadened their fanbase.
• La Mafia's longevity, spanning four decades, cemented their legacy as Tejano music icons.

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Interstate 45 8 US Route 90 9 Interstate 10 36 U.S. Route 59 9 Brazos River 42 Trinity River 11

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Houston, TX

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