Cruzados
| Company type | Rock band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1983 |
| Headquarters | Los Angeles , United States |
| Products | Music albums |
Number of employees | 4–5 (varied line-ups) |
The Cruzados were a rock group originating from Los Angeles, California during the 1980s.
History
Established in 1983, the Cruzados emerged from former members of The Plugz, featuring Tito Larriva, Tony Marsico, Steven Hufsteter, and Chalo Quintana.
Their first album, titled Cruzados, was released under Arista Records in 1985. This was succeeded by their second album, After Dark, which came out in 1987.
The band appeared performing "Don't Throw Stones" in the 1989 motion picture Road House.
In 2021, the Cruzados issued their third studio record, She’s Automatic.
Following the band's initial run, Tito Larriva became the frontman for Tito & Tarantula, a group recognized for contributing to the soundtrack of From Dusk Till Dawn. Steven Hufsteter has played with Shrine as well as Tito & Tarantula. Before his passing in 2018, Quintana served as drummer for artists including Bob Dylan, Izzy Stradlin & the JuJu Hounds, and Social Distortion. Tony Marsico's career includes bass performances alongside Bob Dylan, Matthew Sweet, Neil Young, Roger Daltrey, and Marianne Faithfull. Additionally, Marshall Rohner joined T.S.O.L. prior to his death in 2005.
In 2020, the Cruzados were reformed by bassist Tony Marsico with new members Ron Young, Loren Molinare, Mark Tremalgia, and Rob Klonel, leading to the release of fresh recordings.
Covers
The song "Rising Sun" by the Cruzados was interpreted by Jenny Morris on her 1987 album Body and Soul.
Personnel
| 1984-1986 Original line-up |
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| 1986-1988 Line-up at dissolution |
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Album discography
| Title | Year |
|---|---|
| Cruzados | 1985 |
| After Dark | 1987 |
| She's Automatic | 2021 |
| Land Of The Endless Sun | 2023 |