The AC Cruz Podcast
149 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 51 ratingsAC Cruz is best known as a Morning show radio personality, and award winning radio program director. He was always the market leader. This new podcast is not only entertaining but also a bit controversial as AC takes you behind the scenes with some of the most famous artists and industry leaders like Bobby Pulido, Michael Salgado, Javier Galvan, Los Palominos, and many more!
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Behind the Mic with Buddy Vargas
November 10, 2019 05:13 - 49 minutes - 54.3 MBIt's Texas Country with Buddy Vargas aka "Buddy Boy." He got his start as a roadie turned musician for Bobby Pulido then he went on to join La Calma to a Nashville award winning solo artist. On this episode AC Cruz takes you Behind the Mic with Buddy Vargas.
Behind the Mic with La Calma
November 03, 2019 03:50 - 47 minutes - 48.5 MBThese guys have been together for eleven long years and it's finally paying off. Aside from the increase in touring and fans. For the past 4 weeks they've had the #1 smash hit "Echame La Culpa" featuring Stefani Montiel and as the band says "now we're taking it to the next level and investing in La Calma." Get ready as we take you Behind the Mic with La Calma.
Behind the Mic with Sunny Sauceda
October 25, 2019 02:42 - 1 hour - 71 MBHe's the most energetic accordionist in the genre. 3 time Grammy award winner, 22 Tejano Music Awards, Tejano Music Hall of Famer and the list goes on. He chats about his ups and downs starting with his dear friend Eddie Gonzalez then with former bandmates Grupo Vida and the repercussions of touring with the Dixie Chicks. All this and more as we go Behind the Mic with Sunny Sauceda.
Behind the Mic 1st Anniversary
October 06, 2019 04:33 - 16 minutes - 16.2 MB1st Anniversary Episode. Short and sweet stories from some of your favorite artists.
Behind the Mic with Brando Mireles
September 29, 2019 05:03 - 54 minutes - 57.3 MBMusician, Composer, Arranger and Keyboardist extraordinaire. "He's the most prolific keyboardist I've ever worked with" - Gary Hobbs "Not just because he's a dear friend, he's one of the most incredible arrangers in the biz" - Stevie D. Most people know him best for the incredible work that he did with Joe and Jimmy y Grupo Mazz. Go Behind the Mic with Brando Mireles...
Behind the Mic with Gary Hobbs
September 22, 2019 04:48 - 54 minutes - 54.7 MBHe's been grinding for the past 36 and a half years and there's no end in sight. Talking new music, tour dates plus a Tejano Cruise with Ruben Ramos, David Marez and so many more...on this episode we go Behind the Mic with the legendary Gary Hobbs.
Behind the Mic with Joey JMZ Jimenez
September 15, 2019 04:55 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBIt's Joey Jimenez aka Joey JMZ setting the record straight on his departure from Grupo Siggno, having to turn down his dream job with Los Chamacos and his new gig with Grupo Masizzo. All this and more chatting it up AC Cruz on this episode.
Behind the Mic with Gilbert Velasquez
September 08, 2019 05:02 - 45 minutes - 46.3 MBHe considers himself "just a guitar player from the barrio." The industry considers him a highly sought-after musician, sound engineer and producer who's in demand and rarely gives interviews. This multi Grammy Award winner, sits down to chat with AC on this episode...it's 13 time Grammy Award winner Gilbert Velasquez.
Behind the Mic with Hugo Guerrero
September 01, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 76 MBHugo Guerrero accomplished musician, lead vocalist, songwriter and producer sits down and chats with AC about everything from his first paid gig when he was 13 ($40 bucks). His smash hit song "Charanga" and how it almost didn't happen to his latest productions and his own project 5 yrs in the making. All this and more on this episode.
Behind the Mic with Destiny Navaira
August 18, 2019 04:30 - 1 hour - 69.2 MBShe's strong, funny extremely talented and best of all she's independent! She's Destiny Navaira chatting with AC in an exclusive interview about everything from her uncle Emilio to her dad Raulito. Family, friends, inspirations and "spills the beans" as to why she wanted to do this solo project called "La Preferida" all this and more, on this episode.
Behind the Mic with Frank Zuniga
June 23, 2019 04:05 - 48 minutes - 46.8 MBFor the first time ever a one on one EXCLUSIVE interview with the legendary Frank Zuniga. From the rough and tough streets of Chicago this man has taken Tejano, Norteno, Regional and more...around the world. He talks to AC about managing some of the biggest names in the biz, his new endeavors...not to mention a lifelong friendship with AC's father. All this and more on this episode.
Behind the Mic with Mazzizo
June 09, 2019 04:09 - 51 minutes - 50.2 MBAfter three long years they're back! With a little bit of the old and a lot of the NEW! Brothers Albert and Brian Ramirez introduce the latest addition to the band, Albert's 21 year old son Isaias Ramirez. MAZZIZO is back and stronger than ever...they're here to reminisce with AC about their early beginnings with Intocable, a new CD and whats in store for the near future. On this episode with Mazzizo.
Behind the Mic with Grupo Vision
June 02, 2019 04:18 - 49 minutes - 44.9 MBYou may know them from their collaboration with Frankie J. or their collaboration with David Farias. Now it's time to get to know Javier and Jaime Medina...Grupo Vision! They sit down to chat with AC about everything from their godfather David Farias to a new vision from Ricky and Rene of Intocable, all this and more on this episode.
Behind the Mic with Tony Guerrero
May 26, 2019 03:34 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MBTony Guerrero y La Sombra, you may know "El Sapo" "Mi Guerita Coca-Cola" and many more. Tony stopped by to chat with AC in his very first interview since his emergency surgery. Covering everything from the beginnings, like why they're called "The Windy City Boys" to the latest CD and the one that's been put on hold. All this and more with the Tony Guerrero.
Behind the Mic with Mexicana & Monster Squad
May 19, 2019 04:45 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBMachi de la Garza you may remember her from the all girl group La Conquista lead vocalist, guitarist and founding member! NOW she's got a new project, new look and new sound...the group sits down with AC to share the secret recipe that makes the band and their sound. An exclusive concert announcement La Conquista reunion! This and more on this episode with Mexicana and the Monster Squad.
Behind the Mic with Raulito, Rigo Navaira
May 12, 2019 04:35 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBThe name Navaira is synonymous with Tejano. Raulito and Rigo Navaira stop by to have some fun with AC Cruz (a little too much) chatting, reminiscing and yes new music! NAVAIRA the legacy continues... On this episode.
Behind the Mic with Elida Reyna
May 05, 2019 04:07 - 57 minutes - 53.6 MBThe incomparable Elida Reyna. Aside from winning Tejano music awards a Latin Grammy, Elida sits down and chats with AC about everything from a new Lip Line called "Colores by Elida" her banquet hall in her hometown of Mercedes Tx. not to mention her new music, all this and more on this episode.
Behind the Mic with AJ Castillo
April 28, 2019 04:38 - 51 minutes - 47 MBAJ Castillo Latin Grammy award winner, Tejano music award winner and the list goes on. AJ chats with AC about his start in the biz, from tough love from Mom and Dad when he was just a kid, to his college years a being a school teacher. Always working on new music still finding the time to write a new children's book. Launching his own record label and so much more on this episode.
Behind the Mic with Sunny Ozuna
April 21, 2019 04:23 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBHis name is Idelfonso Fraga Ozuna but you can call him Sunny. This Grammy award-winning legend was the first Tejano to appear on American Bandstand. Sunny Ozuna chats with AC about his experience with Dick Clark, his long-lasting career in Tejano, new music, tours and so much more on this episode.
Behind the Mic with Jaime DeAnda
March 24, 2019 04:38 - 1 hour - 69 MBThe #1 Conjunto Show Band period! 40-something years now Jaime DeAnda has been leading the pack. He visits with AC to discuss why he's been keeping a low profile for the past couple of months, the sudden name change and a possible reunion with the original "Los Chamacos" all this and more on the final episode of season two.
Behind the Mic with Ram Herrera
March 17, 2019 05:07 - 59 minutes - 59.8 MBRamiro "Ram" Herrera aka the "Most Wanted Man" aka "The Outlaw"...and the list goes on. He laughs it up with AC Cruz about his recent medical scare, talks about new music and paying tribute with some classic country. He also explains learning to sing before he could talk as a child. Favorite memories of longtime buddies Emilio Navaira and Roberto Pulido all this and more on this episode.
Behind the Mic with Stevie D
March 10, 2019 05:19 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MBHis debut CD went over well with fans and critics alike. 1 number one and a couple of top 10 hits. He is Stevie D and the anticipation of his sophomore release "Ahora Sigo Yo" comes with a bit of controversy and rumors to boot. Stevie D. sits down with AC to chat and reminisce of his breaking into the biz and putting all rumors to rest. This and much more on this episode.
Behind the Mic with Esteban Jordan
March 03, 2019 03:26 - 1 hour - 68.5 MBSteve Jordan III sits down to chat with AC Cruz about a documentary in the works, a book and releasing new music from the archives of his world-renowned father Esteban "Steve" Jordan. Sharing stories from his upbringing, his extraordinary music to his role in the comedy "Born in East L.A." with Cheech Marin and Paul Rodriguez. Steve even discusses the MYTHS of his father's drug use. all this and more on this episode.
Behind the Mic with David Lee Garza
February 24, 2019 05:43 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MBHe's recognized by three initials DLG. He's helped launch the careers of many. Ram Herrera, Emilio Navaira, Jay Perez and so many more, and ready to chat with AC Cruz about how he got his start with his father and brothers forming Los Musicales. Funny stories about former vocalists, what he does to relax and what he thinks about retiring. All this and more on this episode it's David Lee Garza.
Behind the Mic with Jesse Turner
February 17, 2019 05:35 - 1 hour - 77.3 MBJesse Turner y Grupo Siggno it's a first for both. Jesse's first ever podcast and the first FB Live for AC Cruz, what's the worst that could happen. He talks about the 1st time he heard his song on the radio, his son's tragic accident that would change his life forever. Plus new tours, new countries for 2019 all this and more on this episode.
Behind the Mic with Johnny Hernandez Chente Barrera
February 10, 2019 06:23 - 1 hour - 72.3 MB2 Incredible artists 2 unique styles ONE awesome collaboration! Legendary Johnny Hernandez and Grammy award winner Chente Barrera team up to tackle an updated version of a Tejano classic "Diganle" This new hit is sure to quickly to become one of your favs. Both chatting with AC about music, the "hippie movement" Johnny's relationship with his older brother Little Joe and his brand new book called "The Cotton Picker an Odyssey" this and much more.
Behind the Mic with Tejano Highway 281
February 03, 2019 11:26 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MBThey're called Tejano Highway 281 known to their fans as Los 281er's. Nonetheless they are definitely the ultimate party band! Playing all kinds of music from Cumbia to Country Tejano to Conjunto. Touring Arizona, California, Michigan, Washington State, Texas and more. It's non-stop craziness and chaos on this episode.
Behind the Mic with JD Gonzalez
January 27, 2019 03:03 - 56 minutes - 56.2 MBCBS Radio VP of Spanish Programming JD Gonzalez aka Bo Leo and Jonny Ramirez once the dynamic duo of KXTN in San Antonio. Well they're back! Together again doing what they do best, their morning show, on Puro Tejano Fierro 107.5 from Dallas Tx. AC and Jonny "roast" JD just a bit, reminiscing and storytelling on this episode.
Behind the Mic with David Farias
January 20, 2019 07:03 - 48 minutes - 46.6 MBGrammy Award winner David Farias accomplished accordionist and lead vocalist who has toured around the world, but now by choice. He's been on his own for quite a while now toured with The Tex-Maniacs and more. Now he finally sits down to chat with AC Cruz about what really happened between him and his brothers...but not all of them. What happened with David Farias and La Tropa F? You're about to find out.
S1 E10 Behind the Mic with Lucky Joe
December 23, 2018 01:36 - 57 minutes - 57.4 MBThey say that "luck" is what happens when preparation meets opportunity, well Lucky Joe was definitely prepared since he was 10 years old. Promoting his new release "Tu Principe" Lucky Joe reminisces with AC Cruz about how he started when he was 17 with Alma Pulido, Jennifer Pena y Los Jets and the infamous Frijoles Romanticos which led him to an amazing solo career. As Lucky Joe puts it "the grind is real."
Behind the Mic with Roberto Pulido
December 09, 2018 17:41 - 54 minutes - 50 MBAfter 45 years "EL Primo" is still in "La Onda" and doing it his way. Roberto and brother Eloy Pulido chat with AC Cruz about their humble beginnings, giving back to the community, his scholarships and endowments, his latest has been put on hold...he'll tell you why. Not to mention his 45th Anniversary celebration that will be epic.
S1 E9 Behind the Mic with Roberto Pulido
December 09, 2018 17:41 - 54 minutes - 50 MBAfter 45 years "EL Primo" is still in "La Onda" and doing it his way. Roberto and brother Eloy Pulido chat with AC Cruz about their humble beginnings, giving back to the community, his scholarships and endowments, his latest has been put on hold...he'll tell you why. Not to mention his 45th Anniversary celebration that will be epic.
Behind the Mic with Jonny Ramirez
November 26, 2018 01:12 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBSan Antonio's Tejano morning man for over 23 years. Johnny Ramirez stops in to have a cold one with AC. BS'n about everything from working in the fields as kid, his first radio gig, reminiscing about the CRAZY times with AC to his controversial and untimely departure from KXTN.
S1 E8 Behind the Mic with Jonny Ramirez
November 26, 2018 01:12 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBSan Antonio's Tejano morning man for over 23 years. Johnny Ramirez stops in to have a cold one with AC. BS'n about everything from working in the fields as kid, his first radio gig, reminiscing about the CRAZY times with AC to his controversial and untimely departure from KXTN.
Behind the Mic with Solido
November 18, 2018 02:21 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBAfter almost 20 years 12 CD's and two Grammy's later Grupo Solido remains at the top of their game that's SOLID! Ben de Leon, Rolando Benavidez and Amado Garza Jr. aka Chikis sit down and chat with AC Cruz about the trials and tribulations of the road, the business and even some New Year's resolutions.
S1 E7 Behind the Mic with Solido
November 18, 2018 02:21 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBAfter almost 20 years 12 CD's and two Grammy's later Grupo Solido remains at the top of their game that's SOLID! Ben de Leon, Rolando Benavidez and Amado Garza Jr. aka Chikis sit down and chat with AC Cruz about the trials and tribulations of the road, the business and even some New Year's resolutions.
S1 E6 Behind the Mic with Mike Gonzalez
November 05, 2018 18:57 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBMike Gonzalez, son and drummer sits down and chats with AC Cruz about growing up with a famous father, learning to play the drums and touring with his dad. The devastating phone call of the passing of his friend, confidant and father...Jimmy Gonzalez.
Behind the Mic with Mike Gonzalez
November 05, 2018 18:57 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBMike Gonzalez, son and drummer sits down and chats with AC Cruz about growing up with a famous father, learning to play the drums and touring with his dad. The devastating phone call of the passing of his friend, confidant and father...Jimmy Gonzalez.
S1 E5 Behind the Mic with John Ortiz
October 29, 2018 14:50 - 40 minutes - 40.9 MBJohn Ortiz used to represent some of your favorite artists like Selena, Emilio, Mazz, La Tropa F and more. We're chatting with a strictly behind-the-scenes type guy, now representing St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Intocable and A.B. Quintanilla III y Los Kumbia King All-Stars with a special event on Thanksgiving Day benefiting St. Jude, John has all the info.
Behind the Mic with John Ortiz
October 29, 2018 14:50 - 40 minutes - 40.9 MBJohn Ortiz used to represent some of your favorite artists like Selena, Emilio, Mazz, La Tropa F and more. We're chatting with a strictly behind-the-scenes type guy, now representing St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Intocable and A.B. Quintanilla III y Los Kumbia King All-Stars with a special event on Thanksgiving Day benefiting St. Jude, John has all the info.
S1 E4 Behind the Mic with Los Palominos
October 23, 2018 04:11 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBLos Palominos chatting and reminiscing with AC Cruz about everything from "What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas" their annual Palomino Fest and Pro-Rodeo, the so called "Beef" with their record label not to mention boycotting the Grammy Awards. Hear first hand of the tragic loss of their brother Jesse Arreola in the unfortunate bus accident in 2001. These are Los Palominos!
Behind the Mic with Los Palominos
October 23, 2018 04:11 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBLos Palominos chatting and reminiscing with AC Cruz about everything from "What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas" their annual Palomino Fest and Pro-Rodeo, the so called "Beef" with their record label not to mention boycotting the Grammy Awards. Hear first hand of the tragic loss of their brother Jesse Arreola in the unfortunate bus accident in 2001. These are Los Palominos!
Behind the Mic with Michael Salgado
October 16, 2018 18:24 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBOver 23 years Michael Salgado has been cranking out the hits. Two time Grammy Award winner, Tejano Music Award winner and the list goes on and on. He's dropping a brand new CD, and a country CD in the works. You may have read his surviving two life-threatening strokes. Now time to hear from the man himself...Michael Salgado.
S1 E3 Behind the Mic with Michael Salgado
October 16, 2018 18:24 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBOver 23 years Michael Salgado has been cranking out the hits. Two time Grammy Award winner, Tejano Music Award winner and the list goes on and on. He's dropping a brand new CD, and a country CD in the works. You may have read his surviving two life-threatening strokes. Now time to hear from the man himself...Michael Salgado.
Behind the Mic with Javier Galvan
October 10, 2018 01:58 - 1 hour - 60.8 MBJavier Galvan, award-winning singer, songwriter founding member of the internationally acclaimed group Fama! Chats with AC about how he has been called to a higher purpose...Praising the Lord and spreading his word, the passing of the iconic Jimmy Gonzalez and how witnessing the "the spirit of death" changed his life forever and much more.
S1 E2 Behind the Mic with Javier Galvan
October 10, 2018 01:58 - 1 hour - 60.8 MBJavier Galvan, award-winning singer, songwriter founding member of the internationally acclaimed group Fama! Chats with AC about how he has been called to a higher purpose...Praising the Lord and spreading his word, the passing of the iconic Jimmy Gonzalez and how witnessing the "the spirit of death" changed his life forever and much more.
Behind the Mic with Bobby Pulido
October 02, 2018 18:03 - 51 minutes - 46.7 MBIn the premier episode of Cruz Control with AC Cruz Behind the Mic, AC is joined by the 1 and only Bobby Pulido. Listen as they reminisce and share untold stories never heard before. Stories about being on the road, the music industry, and much more!
S1 E1 Behind the Mic with Bobby Pulido
October 02, 2018 18:03 - 51 minutes - 46.7 MBIn the premier episode of Cruz Control with AC Cruz Behind the Mic, AC is joined by the 1 and only Bobby Pulido. Listen as they reminisce and share untold stories never heard before. Stories about being on the road, the music industry, and much more!