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Gustavo Arellano’s Diaspora Jukebox Playlist

Essential Music for this Zacatecano Spans Corridos, the Beatles, and AM Radio

As part of Zócalo Public Square’s 20th birthday, we’re sharing the sounds of the Southland with “Diaspora Jukebox,” a series of playlists that celebrate the unique communities and musical traditions that represent Los Angeles. Read columnist Gustavo Arellano’s picks below. He will be emcee-ing our Diaspora Dance Party, taking place at the Port of Los Angeles on Sunday, November 12, where he has promised to do his “best Art Laboe.”

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