Deeply rooted in the Hispanic tradition of trío romántico, Los Panchos are one
of the most influential Latin American music acts of all time. While they’re
mostly known for their boleros and romantic ballads, they’ve also tackled a wide
array of genres like ranchera, guaracha, and son, among others. Their music also
features extensive use of the requinto, a smaller version of the Spanish guitar.
Some of their biggest hits include renditions of classic folk songs such as
“Perfidia,” “Bésame Mucho,” and “Quizás, Quizás, Quizás.” Formed in New York
City in 1944 by José de Jesús “Chu...