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Malo'
Formed in San Francisco in the early 1970s, Malo became a defining force in
Chicano rock, blending Latin rhythms with jazz, blues, and psychedelic rock. Led
by guitarist Jorge Santana, the younger brother of Carlos Santana, the band
emerged from members of local groups Malibu and Naked Lunch, solidifying their
sound with a powerful horn section influenced by Blood, Sweat & Tears and
Chicago. Their biggest hit, "Suavecito" (1972), became a West Coast anthem and a
Billboard Top 20 hit, propelling their self-titled debut album to success. Malo
continued to gain popularity in Latin A...
