Peerless

Peerless on vinyl: música romántica and ranchera from Mexico

In short: Peerless – known in Mexico as Discos Peerless – is regarded as one of the country’s most long-established labels, with roots in the thirties. It released bolero, ranchera and romantic songs that were heard far beyond Mexico, with stars such as Pedro Infante. The Vinyl Room currently has 9 records on Peerless.

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→ Los Solitarios · Los Potros · Bolero · Latin on vinyl

What makes Peerless special?

Romantic groups shape our seventies selection: Los Solitarios with “Asi Te Quiero” and “Yo Me Voy”, Los Potros and Los Blue Angel’s with “Ya Nada Es Igual” – gentle voices and songs about love and farewell.

David Zaizar, “El Rey Del Falsete”, stands for ranchera with its artful falsetto, Verónica Castro, star of many telenovelas, for the pop of the time. Plus tropical rhythms on “Brisas Del Tropico”.

FAQ

Where does Peerless come from? From Mexico – there the label is called Discos Peerless.

What is ranchera? A Mexican song tradition with big, often dramatic singing, accompanied by mariachi or orchestra.

Who was David Zaizar? A Mexican ranchera singer who was called “El Rey Del Falsete” because of his falsetto voice.

What do you have on Peerless? Mostly records from the seventies – 9 records in all.