Álex Lora facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Álex Lora
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Lora with El Tri in 2006
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | José Alejandro Lora Serna |
| Born | December 2, 1952 Puebla, Mexico |
| Genres | Rock en Español, hard rock, psychedelic rock |
| Years active | 1968–present |
| Labels | Comrock, Warner Music, Universal Music |
José Alejandro Lora Serna (born December 2, 1952), known as Álex Lora, is a famous Mexican musician and composer. He is best known as the leader of the Mexican rock band El Tri. He has been the frontman of this band for over 50 years!
Álex Lora started his first band on October 12, 1968. It was called Three souls in my mind. Later, because of some disagreements, Álex decided to form a new band. His fans used to call his old band "El Tri," so he named his new band El Tri.
In 2006, a music website called him "legendary." He has received many honors. His hometown of Puebla named him a "Distinguished Pueblan Citizen." He also received the keys to the city in Miami. In his hometown of Tequela,Nayarit, November 10, 2002, was named "Álex Lora Day." There is even a statue of him there!
Music Albums by Álex Lora
Álex Lora has released several albums throughout his career. These albums showcase his unique style and contributions to rock music.
Solo Albums
- Lora, Su Lira y Sus Rolas (1998)
- Alex Lora: Esclavo del Rocanrol (2003)
Álex Lora in Movies
Besides making music, Álex Lora has also been part of some films. He has appeared in documentaries and even lent his voice to an animated movie.
Film Appearances
- 2003: Alex Lora: Esclavo del Rocanrol (This was a documentary about him)
- 2008: The Dead Sleep Easy
- 2009: Nikté (He voiced the character Chamán Chanek in this animated film)
See also
In Spanish: Álex Lora para niños
- Statue of Álex Lora
