Vallejo performs at Executive Surf Club: Austin band performs live at the Surf Club

Mon, 02 Apr 2007 18:16:00 GMT

By RyeLee Stewart

(From left to right) Alejandro Vallejo, Jeff Hartsough, Zach Baker, Omar

Vallejo, A.J. Vallejo, and James Speer pose for a picture after performing at the Executive Surf Club.

Vallejo, one of the most popular bands to originate from Austin, Texas blends sounds of “modern rock grooves, potent guitar work, Latin percussion, and soulful lyrics” to captivate its fans. The name Vallejo derives from the last name of the three original brothers, A.J. (vocals/guitar), Alejandro (drums), and Omar (bass). “We tried coming up with names, we just couldn’t come up with a name that worked. Our early fans would say, ‘We’re going to see the Vallejos play,’ so they named us that by default,” A.J. Vallejo said. Vallejo’s passion for music is a part of who the band is. The members feel that rocking is what they were meant to do, and they are fulfilling this by bringing their fans the music they enjoy. “[Music] is very important to us because it’s all we care about and we truly feel like we were put on this earth to rock,” Alex Vallejo said. Playing live is a huge part of the way Vallejo expresses its passion for music. The band interacts with their fans during their live performances and feed off of the positive energy given off by the audience. “Euphoria is all there is to describe it [playing live music],” A.J Vallejo said. Although the band does tour America, Texas is its home state and the fans here are always more than excited to attend the concerts. “Texas people are crazier and they’re rowdier - must be something in the water,” A.J. Vallejo said. Vallejo will keep on rocking, but it’s up to the fans to keep the passion for rock music alive. “The future of rock ‘n’ roll is in your hands,” Alex Vallejo said.

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Vallejo performs at Executive Surf Club: Austin band performs live at the Surf Club