Intocable

Intocable, an American musical group from Zapata, Texas, formed in the early 1990s by Ricky Muñoz and René Martínez. The band quickly rose to prominence by fusing traditional Tejano and Norteño music with modern pop sensibilities, creating a distinctive sound that appealed to a broad audience. Their musical approach, characterized by robust conjunto rhythms from Texas and folk elements of Norteño music, combined with romantic, catchy melodies, tight instrumentation, and vocal harmonies, established them as a significant influence in the regional Mexican music scene.

A pivotal moment in Intocable’s career occurred on January 31, 1999, when a tragic road accident claimed the lives of two band members, José Ángel Farías and Silvestre Rodríguez, as well as road manager José Ángel González. The remaining members, including Muñoz, sustained injuries and spent weeks recovering. Despite this severe setback, the band made a successful return six months later with the album “Contigo.” The album featured the single “El amigo que se fue,” a tribute to their lost colleagues, marking a poignant and resilient chapter in their history.

Over the years, Intocable has achieved significant milestones, including sold-out performances at prestigious venues like Mexico City’s Auditorio Nacional and a record-breaking concert at Houston’s Reliant Stadium, drawing over 70,000 fans in 2003. They were also the first band of their genre to perform at the Dallas Cowboys Stadium halftime show in 2011 and at The Greek Theatre in Los Angeles. Their consistent success is reflected in numerous awards, including two Grammy Awards for “Íntimamente” (Best Mexican-American Album, 2005) and “Classic” (Best Norteño Album, 2011), along with multiple Latin Grammy and Premio Lo Nuestro awards. Their commitment to philanthropy is evident in their 2015 streaming showcase, where proceeds benefited St. Jude Hospital, leading to an official partnership in 2016 to support children battling cancer.