OPENING NOTES
Cesar Rosas
Surf Ballroom
Clear Lake, IA
February 2, 2009
Photo by Joe Coffey OPENING NOTES
Perhaps the most versatile player known for
holding down the same rhythm gig for decades,
Cesar Rosas is no slouch when it comes to
playing lead. His famous solo on Los Lobos’
version of La Bamba (recorded with a stock ’ 60
Strat) showcased his range of influences from
the likes of Los Panchos, Scotty Moore and Jimi
Hendrix. Armed here with a recent production
Strat, Rosas celebrates Ritchie Valens’
influence and legacy at the 50 Winters Later
Commemorative Concert at the Surf Ballroom in
Clear Lake, Iowa (see photo essay, page 148).
Cesar Rosas
Surf Ballroom
Clear Lake, IA
February 2, 2009
Photo by Joe Coffey
Perhaps the most versatile player known for
holding down the same rhythm gig for decades,
Cesar Rosas is no slouch when it comes to
playing lead. His famous solo on Los Lobos’
version of La Bamba (recorded with a stock ’ 60
Strat) showcased his range of influences from
the likes of Los Panchos, Scotty Moore and Jimi
Hendrix. Armed here with a recent production
Strat, Rosas celebrates Ritchie Valens’
influence and legacy at the 50 Winters Later
Commemorative Concert at the Surf Ballroom in
Clear Lake, Iowa (see photo essay, page 148).
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