TheAll-Star Music Awardshave released the Top 10 participants for each category for the third annual event scheduled for Saturday, May 29, 2021, at the San Antonio Event Center.

Jesse Torres, CEO and founder of the All-Star Music Awards, announced the details recently and shared withTejano Nationthe inside scoop of the awards and the fun behind the scenes, the red carpet, the performers, and more as he embarks on a new year withErica García, Vice President of the All-Star Music Awards.

Torres is no stranger to the music scene. He has been on the inside of the Tejano music industry for over 40 years as a radio personality, club owner, and a true pioneer to Conjunto and Tejano radio at KHFM withAlbert Calvoin San Antonio, Texas. That’s when ten years ago, Torres started hosting events forRudy Lopezat Far West nightclub, introducing top-tier artists likeRamon Ayala,Michael Salgado,Jimmy Gonzalez, andJoe Lopez. He also hosted the stage at the annual Tejano Music Awards Fan Fair, connecting with many in the Tejano music industry.

The Top 10 selections in the categories were solely made by Torres, who strongly believes everyone should be recognized, everyone who contributes toLa Onda Tejanahas a chance at making history including the media and band members. This recognition by Mr. Torres is how we as entrepreneurs and business leaders need to display showmanship.

The newest award show on the scene has slowly gained respect and it was formed from a history of knowledge and forty-five years of hard work, dedication, and commitment to La Onda Tejana and to the listeners, followers, and professionals in broadcast, promotions, and publications as well. Torres has mastered all of it on his own.

I believe the same with documentation of our artists, videos of performances, articles in our industry magazines and radio networks. Connecting and distributing news together is a vital source of proclamation in history books for La Onda Tejana and that’s what we strive for to continue the growth of the Tejano industry. Torres never dreamed he would be in this position to offer these an amazing and beautiful awards to the people who deserve them.

The All-Star Music Awards will recognize four artists with Lifetime Achievement Awards including music legendLittle Joe, late Latina music iconSelena, late Conjunto legendRuben Naranjo, and late award-winning New Mexico singerErnestine Romero. The ceremony will also add new members into the Hall of Fame including respected photographer and journalistRamon Hernandez, late legendary songwriter and musicianRoger Contreras,

The awards ceremony is growing bigger every year and will take place on Saturday, May 29, 2021, at the San Antonio Event Center in San Antonio Texas located at 8111 Meadow Leaf Drive.

Best Traditional Female Vocalist

Cristina Salinas
Elida Reyna
Letty Guval
Linda Escobar
Michelle Chel
Patsy Torres
Rebecca Valadez
Shelly Lares
Stefani Montiel
Stephanie Lynn

Female Entertainer of the Year

Cindy Ramos
Destiny Navaira
Devin Banda
Erika Renee
Ilyssa Saenz
Isabel Marie Sanchez
Liz Garcia
Melani Munoz
Savannah Votion

Male Entertainer of the Year

AJ Castillo
Chente Barrera
David Farias
David Ledesma
El Chavalon
Ismael Gutierrez
JR Reyna
Stevie D
Sunny Sauceda
Tony Guerrero

Female Vocalist of the Year

Cindy Ramos
Courtney Gutierrez
Destiny Navaira
Erika Renee
Ilyssa Saenz
Liz Garcia
Lydia Castillo
Marissa Rose Mejia
Melani Munoz
Savannah Votion

Song of the Year

“Brujeria” — Savannah Votion
“Duele” — Beatriz Gonzalez
“I’ll Be Missing You” — Ray Ray featuring Aisha
“Mi Linda Ilusion” — Erika Renee
“Nomas Contigo” — JR Aldaco & The Midwest All-Stars
“No Te Preocupes” — Aisha
“Que Bonito” — El Dorado Band
“Se Tambalea” — Tejano Highway 281
“Siempre Contigo” — La Dezz featuring Joe Posada
“Tu Traicion” — Cindy Ramos

Best Uprising Female

Cynthia Bustamante
Di Marie
Gabriella Salazar
Genyva Salas Monjaras
Hailyn Bella
Lisa Mar
Magali Delarosa
Maricela B. Hernandez
Monica Saldivar
Perla Judith

Best Uprising Male

Adrian Solis
Christopher Ramirez
J. Lomas
James Edward Sanchez
Jose Ricardo
Frank Tovar
Leroy Urrabazo
Luciano Mate IV
Marcus Daniels
Tristan Ramos

Best Tejano Group

Jr Aldaco & The Midwest All-Stars
Joe Vic Reyna Y Los Kumbacheros
Fantazzia
Kompleto
La Dezz
La Justicia
Remedio
Rick Fuentes and The Brown Express
Tejano Calvary
Tejano Highway 281

Best Norteño Group/Artist

Bobby Pulido
David Olivarez
Intocable
La Calma
Los Palominos
Lucky Joe
Michael Salgado
Ramon Ayala
Siggno
Vision

Best Producer

Carlos Maldonaldo
Carlos Rodriguez
Daniel Aldaco
David Escalante
Eddie Perez
Eric “E-Rock” Avalos
Gabriel Zavala
Javier Villarreal
Kike De Leon
Roberto R. Briones
Sevy Contreras

Best Journalist / Photographer

David Munoz
Jaime Vidal
Jina Ink
John Henry Medina
Jose Pepe Vidal
Larry Amaro
Mariaelena Villarreal
Ryan Bazan
Sylvia Carrizales
Vic Gonzalez

Best On-Air Personality

Bonnie Hernandez — KLMO 98.9 FM / San Antonio
Chuy Gonzalez — La Motor Radio 90.9
DJ Jale — KLMO 98.9 FM / San Antonio
Jojo Herrera — KLMO 98.9 FM / San Antonio
DJ Peaches — KPYT 100.3 FM / Tucson
Rebecca Denise — KNON 89.9 FM / Dallas
Ree Gonzales — KNON 89.9 FM / Dallas
Roc D — KNON 89.9 FM / Dallas
Pancho Pistolas — Jalapeno Radio Network / Dallas
Tori E — KLMO 98.9 FM / San Antonio

Best Internet Radio Personality – Top 10

DJ Gambler — Saz Radio
DJ Fluffy — SCP Radio
DJ Jammin Jess — Tejano Lippz
DJ Lawdawg — Tejano Lippz
DJ Lonestar Fresh — Tejano Radio
Julio Castro — OMRR
Santos Leal — Tejano Jukebox Radio
Tejanita Chaps — Saz Radio
Terri Galvan — Mas Chingon Radio
Tony Anthony — Chicano Radio

Best Online/Mobile DJ

Albert Hernandez
CC Jammer
Chris Ramirez
Chris Rodriguez
DJ Johnny C
DJ Lucky J
DJ Mixin Marc
Eli Estrada
Marisela B Hernandez
Tony Perez

Other categories include Video of the Year, Songwriter of the Year, Best Accordionist, Best Bajo/Guitarist, Best Drummer, and Best Promoter. Public voting begins March 1 – April 15, 2021, with official nominees announced at the All-Star Showcase and Nominees dance at the San Antonio Event Center on Friday, May 28, 2021. Tickets are $10.00 or free with a ticket purchased for the third annual All-Star Music Awards the following night.

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