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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| 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 with the 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 changes, he formed a new band. Fans already called his group "El Tri," so that became the new band's name.
Lora is considered a "legendary" musician. He has received many honors. His hometown of Puebla, Mexico, named him a "Distinguished Pueblan Citizen." He also received the keys to the city in Miami. In his hometown of Tequila, Nayarit, November 10, 2002, was even named "Álex Lora Day." There is also a statue of him there.
His Music Albums
Álex Lora has released several albums. These include his work with El Tri and his solo projects.
- Lora, Su Lira y Sus Rolas (1998)
- Alex Lora: Esclavo del Rocanrol (2003)
Movies and Documentaries
Álex Lora has also appeared in films. Some of these are documentaries about his life and music.
- 2003: Alex Lora: Esclavo del Rocanrol (a documentary about him)
- 2009: Nikté (an animated movie where he voiced the character Chamán Chanek)
More About Álex Lora
- Statue of Álex Lora
External Links
- MSN Music: Alex Lora
- Alex Lora: Esclavo del rocanrol (documentary website)
See also
In Spanish: Álex Lora para niños
