Toncho Pilatos | en

Toncho Pilatos (Guadalajara, Mexico. 1969–1992) it was one the most representative predecessors of the "under" scene of Mexican rock. Developed as so-called "hoyos funkies"; their music transcended their live performances rather than commercial success. In spite of their Rolling Stones influence, Toncho Pilatos interpreted original instrumentation. Polydor issued their first album, with a double cover, within its 'Power Rock' series, something of a first for a Mexican band. The Toncho Pilatos album was so successful that it was even released in Germany. The tolerance and support supplied by Polydor was almost unique at that time, and both Bob Dylan and...