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Marco Torres

When he's not roaming around the city in search of tacos and graffiti, Houston Press contributor Marco both writes and points his camera lens toward the vibrant Houston music scene and beyond.

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Lainey Wilson Makes Country Music Cool Again at RodeoHouston

By Marco Torres
Mar 10, 2024

In 2019, Lainey Wilson was named to the roster of Country Music Television's "Listen Up" class, which later lead to a tour opening for Morgan Wallen.
Major Lazer Lights Up the Stage at RodeoHouston

By Marco Torres
Mar 9, 2024

Major Lazer RodeoHouston NRG Stadium March 8, 2024 Less than a decade ago, only a couple of years prior to him joining Major Lazer, Katy's own Eric Alberto "Caddy" Lopez could be found behind the decks at Boondocks on Westheimer. By then he was already seen as a gifted producer...
Jelly Roll Performs for Largest Crowd of His Career at RodeoHouston

By Marco Torres
Mar 7, 2024

Jelly Roll RodeoHouston NRG Stadium March 6, 2024 In the lyrics of "Halfway To Hell," the opening song of his RodeoHouston set list, country artist Jelly Roll calls himself a "trailer park tornado." I truly believe that if I input that term into an AI image generator it would offer...
Father and Son Attend Besame Mucho Music Festival in Austin

By Marco Torres
Mar 5, 2024

As a kid, I vividly remember my home being filled with music that emanated from my father's trusty silver boombox. Sounds of La Tremenda 1010am radio station played as we mowed the lawn, cleaned the house, and especially when we invited family over for a carnita asada. My dad began...
Ivan Cornejo Sings Therapeutic Love Songs in his RodeoHouston Debut

By Marco Torres
Mar 3, 2024

Ivan Cornejo RodeoHouston NRG Stadium March 3, 2024 Most RodeoHouston concerts start off with a bang. Literal explosions of colorful fireworks, a cacophony of music and noise, and brilliant flashes of lights fill the entire stage and arena. Sunday evening's Ivan Cornejo show was the exact opposite. In lieu of...