To be honest, we were in such a comfort zone that we wouldn’t even rehearse anymore. He comes to shake things up, and we definitely needed that. We’re already in our 30s, of course, we’re not old. Was Tony being 20 a factor in choosing him for the group?ĪG: It was definitely a point in his favor, since he brings this great attitude of a chamaquito that’s only 20. When you combine it all, there’s definitely going to be success. There’s a good balance when we combine his youth, drive, and ganas with the years of experience that we bring to Calibre 50. I’m ready to see the brotherhood.Īrmando Ramos: It’s like everything, it’s been a process. I also want my bandmates to put me in my place if I ever do anything wrong. TE: I’m so happy and I will be working hard so people can see my talent. What does it feel like to now join such an iconic norteño group? And now I’ve taken this big step toward victory! I used to have a group in Monterrey under my name. “He’s fresh out of the box!”Ĭalibre 50 says that Elizondo, at just 20 years old, brings a youthfulness, a fresh perspective, and a different voice to the iconic norteño group behind tracks such as “Si Te Pudiera Mentir,” “A La Antigüita,” and “Simplemente Gracias.” With 21 Number One hits, the Sinaloa-based band holds the record for most Number Ones on Billboard‘s Regional Mexican Airplay since it launched in 1994.Ĭalibre 50 spoke with Rolling Stone about the band’s fresh era with Elizondo at its helm. “After countless hours meeting with different singers and going through videos, Tony is finally where he needs to be,” Ramos tells Rolling Stone.

On Tuesday, the Mexican band presented Elizondo as its new lead vocalist following the departure of band founder Edén Muñoz, who left the group to pursue a solo career.Īfter Muñoz left in early January, Calibre 50 - now comprising Elizondo, guitarist Armando Ramos, drummer Erick García, and tuba player Alex Gaxiola - sent out a casting call to find Muñoz’s replacement. That’s what the original members of Calibre 50 say their newest addition, Tony Elizondo, brings to the group.

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