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Max Rios is a standout figure in Tex-Americana, weaving Tex-Mex influence with Americana and classic rock to create a sound that’s distinctly his. With a career spanning from the 1990s, he originally toured with the Tejano conjunto Latin Image/Imagen Latina before forming Los Gallos and later The Waysiders. His releases frequently appear on Tone It Up Records, including notable titles like St. Jude By The Dashboard Light, Dream Carousel, and Shakin’ The Fences. Whether you’re into gritty storytelling or melodic hooks, Max Rios delivers performances that feel both rooted and adventurous.