A Tribute to
Raul Malo

&
Interview with The Mavericks

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Raul Malo was the incomparable frontman and principal songwriter of the GRAMMY Award–winning band, The Mavericks. Renowned for his lush, soaring baritone and free-wheeling blend of neotraditional country, rock ’n’ roll, and Latin rhythmic energy, he wrote many of the band’s most enduring songs, including “Here Comes the Rain,” “What a Crying Shame,” “Dance the Night Away,” “Back in Your Arms Again,” and “All You Ever Do Is Bring Me Down.”

From his early years performing at the punk clubs of Miami Beach to leading The Mavericks through more than three decades of acclaimed recording and touring, Malo remained a dynamic creative force. Under his leadership, The Mavericks cultivated a multicultural Americana sound that merged rock & roll, country, R&B, Tex-Mex, Cuban rhythms, Jamaican ska, and other Latin influences.

Their newest album, Moon & Stars, continues this evolution with an expanded musical lineup and collaborations with Nicole Atkins, Maggie Rose, and Sierra Ferrell. Recorded across studios in New Mexico, Louisiana, and Nashville, the project highlights the long-standing chemistry among Malo and bandmates Eddie Perez, Jerry Dale McFadden, and Paul Deakin—an ensemble honored with multiple GRAMMY, ACM, and CMA Awards.

With a catalog defined by bold experimentation and timeless songwriting, Raul Malo leaves behind a profound musical legacy.

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