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Watch Grupo Frontera Bring Norteño & Genre-Blending Flair to NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert
Grupo Frontera performed on NPR's Tiny Desk Concert.
Grupo Frontera made its way to the NPR headquarters in Washington, D.C., for the band’s Tiny Desk debut, which premiered on Thursday (April 24). 5 hit “Un x100to.” Backed by a gospel-inspired choir, the group infused the upbeat norteño song with a touch of R&B, incorporating sparkling keys and slowing the tempo. Accompanied by two female backup singers wearing cowboy hats, a trumpet player and Grupo Frontera’s signature ensemble of accordion, keyboards and guitars, the band delivered a dynamic and cohesive performance.
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