Long before Latin music ruled the airwaves and charts, Tejano was king… and there was one man at the center of it all: Johnny Canales.

His impact on the music industry is undeniable. Johnny helped Selena Quintanilla skyrocket to success and he helped make many other Tejano artists highly visible.

In this episode, Maria Hinojosa sits down with Adrian Arredondo and Myrna Perez, the directors of “Take It Away: The Rise and Fall of Tejano Hollywood,” a new documentary that looks at the life of Canales and his legacy.

Check the film’s Instagram page (@tejanohollywood) to stay up to date on screenings near you.

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This episode was produced by Reynaldo Leaños Jr. and edited by Andrea López-Cruzado. It was mixed by JJ. Querubin.

Featured image courtesy of Adrian Arredondo.