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There's much to see on the Tejanos In Paradise Cruise! Featuring LIVE concerts, dancing, unplugged autograph sessions, VIP, full service casinos, beach parties with all your favorite Tejano Legends.

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The SUPER LEGENDS CRUISE IS ON! Featuring more than 20 legendary artists jamming on the newest cruise ship in the world. California has never seen anything like this before. Come sail away and make music history with Super Legends including ZAPP, WAR, BRENTON WOOD, STEVIE B, LITTLE JOE Y LA FAMILIA and so many more. Its all your favorite music memories sailing on one amazing ship. We sail round trip Oct 1-4th, 2021 out of Long Beach, Ca and visit Ensenada Mexico. This will be nonstop entertainment while making lifelong memories and friends. There are VERY limited cabins available to this full ship Concert Cruise Event. So get on board and let’s get the party started.

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“Our family went together as a group. This was the best way to celebrate. All the bands we listen to in one spot. The Papas N Beer Fiesta was nonstop music, dancing, and fantastic fun! We will be coming back next year!”

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Tejano Explosion 2024

Tejano explosion started as a small fiesta event over 25 years ago..

The event is recognized locally and nationally as having the best line-up of Tejano Artists in the Tejano Music Industry. The fans come to enjoy the best Tejano entertainers over a ten day period, at the Biggest Tejano Party during Fiesta week. Tejano Explosion 2024 offers a living experience of our culture, as it relates to Tejano music, traditional foods, crafts, and fellowship.

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The event is recognized locally and nationally as having the best line-up of Tejano Artists in the Tejano Music Industry.

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We have been visited by guests from other cities, towns, states, countries, and of course our loyal following from San Antonio and our surrounding area.

The people who attend represent every walk of life, sharing their love of Tejano Music.

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Gary Hobbs' rise among Tejano Music's elite performers has taken years of determination. Gary's history of hit records, gold and platinum awards, industry achievements, humanitarian contributions and hard work are legendary. Gary is an artist with a great tradition of excellent music with his very own style which makes him one of the most versatile singers in the Tejano Music Industry. His non-stop touring, recording and dedication to the Tejano industry have earned him the respect of his peers and adoration of his fans.

• Ram Herrera & The Outlaw Band

Ram Herrera has the biggest, smoothest voice in Texas. He leads “The Outlaws” a red-hot horn powered big band that owns the stage, thrilling audiences on everything from hooky cumbias and power ballads to cool Salsa grooves and hot Latin rock. Ram, his band and his organization put musical quality and production value first and it shows in the incredible excitement they generate town after town, night after night. His is one of the rare musical careers to successfully span four decades. In addition to Gold Records, Vocalist, Entertainer, Song and Album of the Year Awards and two Grammy nominations. Herrera is also involved in a vast number of charitable organizations and won a Humanitarian Award for his involvement; it was presented to him by Texas governor Ann Richards. His most recent Lifetime Achievement Award was issued by the 5th Annual All Star Music Awards on May 29, 2023. Selena often opened shows for him and it was Ram Herrera on the bill with her at the now famous concert at the Houston Rodeo depicted in the Selena movie. Ram’s “Ingrata” CD was nominated for a Latin Grammy Award and as was "Back On Track" in 2021. It’s said that success comes to those with great talent, and it lasts for those that know what to do with it. Take a close look at the musical career of Ram Herrera and you will see how true that is. Now and in the years to come, watch with us as Ram continues to achieve new heights within the music industry.

• Texas Latino

Formed in 1993 from San Antonio Texas, Texas Latino is celebrating 30 years in the Tejano industry with major hits like Mas Que Nunca, Tu Nadie Como Tu, Mil Mentiras and Fe.

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In the early 70’s at age 13, Tony Guerrero began performing at venues such as the StarDust, Fox Garden, and later on at The Alamo in Aurora IL. In time he began showcasing his talent throughout the Midwest. In 1983, La Sombra de Tony Guerrero recorded their first full length album, which was released a year later in 1984; the record achieved gold and platinum sales with songs such as “Mi Guerita Coca-Cola” and “Let’s Boogie Tonight”. Throughout the coming years, Tony saw continued success; being nominated for, and winning multiple Tejano Music Awards. In the early 90’s, La Sombra decided to change record labels. The first record they recorded on the new label, “Porque Te Quiero“, went on to receive a grammy nomination. Taking their catalogue of successful jams on the road, Tony and La Sombra toured all over the United States and Latin America for years to come, making appearances on several popular Hispanic TV programs. Tony Guerrero remains in the music industry to this day, performing on stages, creating new Sombra music, and producing and recording for other acts such as Christopher Ramirez “El Angelito del Acordeon”. Tony was recently inducted into the Tejano Hall of fame for his commemorative contribution to the genre and dedication to the culture. In 1996, Tony Guerrero had a son, Marco Guerrero. Today, Tony and Marco are working together to enforce La Sombra’s legacy.

• Liberty Band

Liberty Band is comprised of eight of the most unique, energetic and talented individuals from San Antonio, Texas. They have accomodated the ever-changing musical tastes of the general public and survived the ups and downs of the music industry with a 46 year strong reputation as one of the Top “Veteran” Tejano Bands in Texas. Liberty Band known to its fans as “The Old School” because of their oldies medley, versatility and their horn section. Liberty Band ensures an audience a memorable evening of listening and/or dancing pleasure. Based out of San Antonio, Texas the band offers 10 top-notch tracks on their latest Cd (The Journey Continues). The CD consist of 5 Polkas, 2 Cumbia, 2 Boleros & one Oldies Medley. Their oldies medley is sure to be a crowd favorite. Liberty Band was founded by Bobby Esquivel in 1977 and has led the talent of the 7-piece ensemble since its inception. With its nationally acclaimed “Oldies Medley’ on their “En Nuestro Estilo” album, Liberty Band made the Billboard Special Survey in June of 1983. In following with their widespread popularity, they have been nominated and received numerous awards in past years at the Tejano Music Awards. Liberty Band won the best Texas local Band Award for 2005 at the Academy of Tejano Artist and Musicians Awards. They also were nominated for Best Tejano Band in Texas for 2006 and 2007 at the Premio Latino Awards. March of 2010 Liberty Band was nominated and won for Best local Band at the Premio Latino Awards. Liberty Band has 17 Cd’s to their credit and working on a New one for 2024. With this Pandemic going on hopefully this coming March we’ll get to celebrate Liberty Bands 47 th Anniversary.

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The Grammy Award, TTMA award winning artist was born Jesse Perez Jr. in San Antonio, Texas. He started his own band in 1983, "Mysterio", which led him to joining David Lee Garza y Los Musicales in 1990. After enjoying a huge success with David Lee, he decided to go on his own, the rest is history. He has recorded song after award winning song and tours throughout the US and Mexico. He joins that select group of artists that are known by one name "Jay". He is also dubbed as "The Voice". He has never forgotten where he came from and his fans just love him. During his electrifying performance he manages to make you feel as though you are part of the family. He is a mainstay with Tejano Explosion and we hope to continue to have him for your enjoyment.

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• Chente Barrera y Taconazo

CHENTE BARRERA is one of the most versatile artists of Tejano music today. With more than 300 projects recording drums, keyboards, and background vocals with almost every major Tejano artist, Chente is indeed in a league of his own. Growing up to the sounds of Little Joe, George Strait, Flaco Jimenez, and Roberto Pulido has helped Chente develop his own style as a drummer, singer, and songwriter. He started his career as a drummer, playing and recording with the likes of Mazz, Jay Perez, La Tropa F, and Bobby Pulido. He then later started recording background vocals for groups like Intocable, Jennifer Peña, and David Lee Garza y Los Musicales. By 1998, Chente ventured on a solo career as a lead vocalist, now fronting his own band, Taconazo, with a blend of Tex-Mex and Down Home Tejano. Since then, Chente has won numerous awards including various Tejano Music Awards, The Tejano Roots Hall Of Fame in 2005, and a GRAMMY win in 2007, for Best Tejano Performance, for the CD Sigue El Taconazo. Chente is now on tour behind his latest CD, Un Nuevo Amor, which is already topping the charts throughout the Tejano industry. Chente is living proof that Tejano music is alive and strong.

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• Los Desperadoz

Los Desperadoz is conjunto band based in San Antonio, Texas. The group has over the years earned because of their continuous touring a sizable fan base. Their string of albums for EMI Latin beginning with Rough Rider has also increased their following. The band member, Mike, Lee, P.J., Joey and Jess are like family to their fan base. This popular group has won numerous industry awards and continues to play their music before full venues.

• Los Garcia Bros.

Known internationally for their traditional Conjunto beats as well as their flashy "Pachuko" costumes, they have created an image and a sound uniquely their own. Known affectionately as "Los Cuatro Vatos Locos" this father and son combination of Jose Garcia Sr. & Joey Garcia Jr., as well as the other group members continue to tour non-stop to packed houses nation-wide. The group has received TTMA's album of the year award, most promising band award and has headlined at Rodeo Santa Fe de Monterrey , N.L. Mexico, in front of more than 25,000 Conjunto fans. Their TV appearances include performances on both the Univision and Telemundo networks. Their slogan "Keep it Conjunto, Carnal" continues to catch fire with radio DJ's programmers. This new CD "Keeps it Conjunto" with 12 brand new recordings never previously recorded by "Los Garcia Brothers". It features rancheras, cumbias and even a polka all done in the famous Garcia Brothers style. Highlights include: "Dejame Vivir", "Hoy Quedamos A Mano" "La Mancha" and many others, including the title song "Tomando Y Bailando" Enjoy the music of todays living legends of Conjunto, "Los Garcia Brothers" as Los Cuatro Vatos Locos do it again with "Tomando Y Bailando" exclusively on Hacienda Records!

• The Conjunto Cats

Conjunto Cats Conjunto Cats was formed in the Summer of 2009 as a backyard, party/family band. It was the idea of Art Campos to form this band with his step brother Jeremy Saenz. ART C: The band was formed to really just play for family functions. Since we had a few musicians in the family why not provide our own entertainment instead of hiring from outside. We loved to play so why not… We ended up taking it a lil further than anticipated, started playing local bars, etc. We ended up recording some music for our friends and families just so they cld have our music in their cars or for those “jam while you grill” moments.. That recording ended up being a full 10 track Cd. JUST FOR FUN! The next production came in 2015 and became our first legit recording which was entitled “Some type of Conjunto Groove” that CD did very well for us and pretty much put us on the conjunto music map! One song that hit very well was “Me Aggaraste Borracho” but also had others that made noise as well like “El Camaroncito” “Sufriendo Y Penando” and “La Hilacha” that production release under AMI records still continues to be heard heavily throughout the US & Mexico… In 2018 we began production on our second cd entitled “Beyond the Plan” it came with the song “Limoncito” that became an instant hit in the conjunto music genre. This production was released under CCMusic. Both of these projects were recorded, mixed and mastered by Grammy affiliated engineer & producer Eddie Perez. The next few years we’re keep busy performing, made appearances in Ohio, Illinois and Nevada for the Tejano music Convention. We also made appearances at San Antonio Rodeos, Austin Rodeos, SA Spurs games and the State Fair in Dallas. We’ve been on 4 conjunto music cruises in the last 5yrs and of course numerous clubs and festivals. Fast forward to 2023… We began another production for a new album, which we were not planning on doing anymore full albums, only planning on single. We we’re approached by Grammy Award winning engineer & Producer Gilbert Velasquez. He took us under his wing guided us and we’ve recently finished that project, hopefully to be released by Summer 2023. We we’re blessing with the opportunity with Gilbert Velasquez, he’s won 17 Grammys on different productions. I think we’ve accomplished a lot for the amount of time we’ve been in the industry, we’re at a point where every performance it pushing us to a higher status as we go. The band is led by myself Art Campos(Vocals & Bajo Sexto), My son Zeke Campos(Vocals & Accordion) my son Diego Campos (bass) and a close friend Nathan Alzalde(drums) We hope you all enjoy the show we bring you as much as we enjoy the crafts they we have been blessed with to share with you… Art Campos Conjunto Cats

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• Elida Reyna y Avante

Elida Reyna was born in San Antonio and moved to Mercedes, Texas at the age of eight. She was raised there and constantly listened and was influenced by the music of Laura Canales, Roberto Pulido, Grupo Mazz and others. She started playing at Quincieneras and Weddings in 1988. While attending Pan American University in Edinburg, she decided to take up music full time. In 1992 she formed the group Elida y Avante and soon thereafter, was on her way to success. She has won many TTMA awards during her career, such as: "Rising Group of the Year", "Most Promising Group of the Year", "Rising Female Vocalist of the Year", and "Vocalist of the Year" to name a few. We want to welcome her back to "Tejano Explosion" and enjoy her music.

• Mike Gonzalez y Los Iconiczz

La Dezz a musical powerhouse based out of San Antonio, Texas. It is comprised of brothers Mark and David Ledesma and the lovely Lisa Mar. From their beginning in 2016, they have released a steady stream of original music and have become a crowd favorite with their high energy and eclectic performance. We welcome this up and coming group to Tejano Explosion 2023.

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• Michael Salgado

He is one the few artists that is quite simply know by one name, "Michael". His music and his rapport with fans continue to re-enforce his commitment to better himself as an artist and a role model. Michael continues to enhance his stature as one of the true "Tejano Superstar" but also in the Mexican Norteno Music Scene. Hiis hit songs and albums have won so many awards, it is impossible to list them all in this short space. He is continually on tour having as many as 150 to 200 performances a year..He has reached out to thousands of Tejano Fans of all ages. He has become a Mainstay of Tejano Explosion.

• Marcos Orozco

As a child, Marcos had a true passion for music. His love of music wasn’t just a phase. He continued to play music throughout the years and is now one of Tejano music’s best known artists. He is continuously working on writing new songs and producing great music on his CD’s. His career began as the lead vocalist for Los Fabulosos Cuatro in 1990. He recorded three CD’s with them. In 1993 Marcos joined David Lee Garza Y Los Musicales and was their lead vocalist for six years. With Los Musicales, he recorded six CD’s that included several hits written by Marcos. After his 6th CD with Los Musicales, Marcos went on to pursue a solo career. He has won numerous awards from the Texas Talent Musicians Association and BMI for his songs as well as two Grammy’s for his collaboration with Jimmy Gonzales on the CD “Forever Mazz” and for “Just Friends” with David Lee Garza. As a solo artist Marcos released 4 CD’s for Catalina Records including “Paso a Paso”, featuring twenty of his greatest hits. In 2009, Marcos Orozco established his own record label, OROMAR RECORDS and has released 9 CD’s. The first CD included the hit “Sin Lado Izquierdo”. His latest single "Cada Dia Mas" form new CD "Intimo” was released in January 5, 2022. The future continues to look bright for Marcos Orozco and remains one of the industry’s favorite artists.

• Sunny Sauceda

A two-time Grammy Award winning Tejano Artist from San Antonio. Sunny has entertained fans the world over. He is known as being the most Energetic Accordian Player in the world. Quite often his Accordian playing overshadows his vocal prowess. Sunny has a sultry voice that lends itself to his style of music. During his career has has been nominated and awarde several TTMA awards for Entertainer of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year, Song of the Year, etc. We are happy to have him at Tejano Explosion and look forward to his performance.

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• AB Quintanilla y Los Kumbia King All Starz

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• Ricardo Castillon y La Diferenzia

Ricardo Castillon is leader and vocalist for the group La Differencia, as such he is a significant sensation with the fans. Beginning in 1995 Ricardo and La Differencia began to receive critical acclaim for their music and gaining strong fan support from the Tejano Nation. They continue to entertain fans all over the US and still play with the same excitement that has made them one of the must see Tejano Groups in our history. We are very pleased to have them at Tejano Explosion 2023.

• Destiny Navaira

Destiny Navaira A powerful new songwriter and vocalist who continues the legacy of the legendary late Emilio Navaira and her father Raulito Navaira. She started writing music and a early age of 10 and has not stopped. She continue to write music and her performances are known for their high energy. We at Tejano Explosion are looking forward to having her at Tejano Explosion 2023 Liberty Band is known to their fans as “Old School” because of their renown Oldies Medley, their versatility and their horn Section. They ensure the audience will have a memorable evening of musical entertainment and will bring back memories of the past. They are led by their leader Bobby Esquivel who has provided musical enjoyment to many people for many years. We welcome you to Tejano Explosion 2023

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Pre-sale ends 4/15/2024 11:30pm cst, v.i.p. seating, v.i.p. seating allows you the ability to see your favorite artist from a reserved seat and table. these 6 foot tables will seat 7 comfortably, however should you desire additional chairs at your table, you may purchase extra seats., seating charts available on purchase page., vip a is located in front of stage. vip b is located in the same area as last year on an elevated platform behind the ga area away from stage., in response to the requests for additional vip seating, we will offer vip seating area b. the vip b area is away from the stage and is elevated with a great view of the stage. table service will be available and only individuals having seats for this area will be allowed to enter. these seats will not be sold online. all vip b seats are limited and will be sold on a first come basis on the night of event at the vip b location., lawn chairs, we will have a designated area for lawn/folding chairs. this area will not be next to the vip area. we recommend anyone bringing lawn/folding chairs to arrive early to ensure you secure a place to seat as the space is limited., inclement weather, no refund for inclement weather. emergency refunds due to an emergency will be considered for full refund. in all cases, eventbrite will not refund the administrative fees., thurs. april 18.

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The Tejano Cruise 2020 – STAR LINEUP

Michael Salgado is a Mexican-American Norteño Tejano music singer accordionist. He was born in Texas, although his family roots are in Barrancos , Chihuahua , Mexico. He began climbing the Latin American music charts in 1995 after releasing his single “Cruz de Madera”. Salgado’s 1996 album “En Concierto” introduced his most successful single, “Sin Ella”, which reached the top 20 of the Latin American music charts. His album “Mi Primer Amor” was released in 1997.

José María De León Hernández known professionally as Little Joe is an American Tejano performer who grew up in Temple, Texas, Hernández got his start at 13 when his cousin, David Coronado, recruited him to play guitar for his Latinaires. The Latinaires eventually became known as Little Joe and the Latinaires. Today he is usually joined by his band La Familia. In 1992, their album 16 de Septiembre earned a Grammy Award for Best Mexican-American Performance . In 2008, Little Joe once again won a Grammy for Best Tejano Album of the year for Before the Next Teardrop Falls.

Sunny Ozuna is an icon of Tejano music. Not only has he been making music since his high school days in the 1950s, but he’s an artist whose discography goes on for days. The 76-year-old San Antonio native is a Grammy Award Winner, known as “El Cancionero.” Vocalist and song writer, he is one of the legends who has shaped Tejano music over the last 55 years.

Michelle Yvette Lares best known as Shelly Lares , is an American singer-songwriter , guitarist and percussionist . Starting in 1984, Lares was nominated for Female Vocalist of the Year for thirteen consecutive years and won several other awards at the Tejano Music Awards throughout her career. Lares is known for her “talent and charismatic stage presence and strong voice.” according to AllMusic .Lares also writes all her songs that are featured on her albums. The lead single from her album, “Siempre Lo Esperare”, peaked at number 30 on the Hot Latin Tracks chart and number 18 on the Regional Mexican Songs chart. Her other single, “No Me Olvides”, peaked at number 40 on the Hot Latin Tracks chart in 2000.

Mike Torres Band founded in 1970, Mike Torres Band has proven itself to be a mainstream and premier latin variety band!! Mike Torres Band is a blend of Spanish and English, old with new, classic with contemporary, traditional meets funky – a savvy and tasteful style all their own. Currently, includes Torres Sr. (vocals, guitar) and Jr., brother Martin “Marty” Torres (drums), sister Christina Torres (timbales, keyboard, vocals), nephew, Stephen Torres-Esquer (saxophone), and Neal Sanchez (bass). Mike Torres III helps out on trumpet and trombone.

WAR (originally called Eric Burdon and War) is an American funk band from Long Beach, California, known for several hit songs (including “Spill the Wine”, “The World Is a Ghetto”, “The Cisco Kid”, “Why Can’t We Be Friends?”, “Low Rider”, and “Summer”). Formed in 1969, War is a musical crossover band that fuses elements of rock, funk, jazz, Latin, rhythm and blues, and reggae. Their album The World Is a Ghetto was Billboard’s best-selling album of 1973. The band transcended racial and cultural barriers with a multi-ethnic line-up.

TIERRA is a Latin R&B band, originally from Los Angeles, California, that was first established in the 1970s by former El Chicano members Steve Salas (vocals) and his brother Rudy Salas (guitar). The other original members were Bobby Navarrete (reeds), Joey Guerra (keyboards), Steve Falomir (bass guitar), Philip Madayag (drums), and Andre Baeza (percussion). Their biggest hit was the 1980 remake of The Intruders’ 1967 hit “Together”, written by Gamble & Huff, which reached #18 on the Billboard Hot 100, and #9 on the US Billboard R&B chart.

MALO (English: “Bad”) is a musical group known for its blend of Latino, Rock, Jazz and Blues. The San Francisco-based ensemble was led by Arcelio Garcia and Jorge Santana, the brother of Latin-rock guitarist Carlos Santana.

Four of Malo’s original members (Santana, Garcia, Pablo Tellez, and Richard Bean) had previously played in the band The Malibus. The other three founding members (Abel Zarate, Roy Murray, and Richard Spremich) had played together in the group Naked Lunch. (Bean and Zarate also played in a band called the Righteous Ones together)

Thee Midniters were an American group, among the first Chicano rock bands to have a major hit in the United States. Also they were and one of the best known acts to come out of East Los Angeles in the 1960s, with a cover of “Land of a Thousand Dances”, and the instrumental track, “Whittier Boulevard” in 1965. They were among the first rock acts to openly sing about Chicano themes in songs such as “Chicano Power” and “The Ballad of César Chávez” in the late 1960s.

René René (René Ornelas) was part of the Latin pop duo René y René from Laredo, Texas. Composed of René Ornelas (born August 26, 1936) and René Herrera (born October 2, 1935; died December 20, 2005), the group scored two hit singles in the U.S. in the 1960s. 1964’s “Angelito” (“Little Angel”) peaked at #43 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart,[1] and 1969’s “Lo Mucho que Te Quiero (The More I Love You)” hit #2 on the Adult Contemporary chart[1] and #14 on the Hot 100 chart.[2]

René y René were among the first Chicano artists to appear on American Bandstand (August 8, 1964). They were inducted into the Tejano Music Hall of Fame in 1990 and the Tejano ROOTS Hall of Fame in 2001.[3]

René Ornelas is still performing (under the name “René René”).

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Tejano Music Cruise to launch from Kemah for one night only

KEMAH, Texas (KTRK) -- If you're ready to "bidi, bidi, bom, bom" on the high seas, then you may want to book your seat on the Tejano Music Cruise.

You can join fellow Tejano music fans during a buffet dinner hosted by Boardwalk Fantasea Yacht Charters. It will also feature two bars and a live DJ.

The cruise is Nov. 30 and departs from the Kemah Boardwalk.

Boardwalk Fantasea says fans can spend the night taking in views of Clear Lake and Galveston Bay. To buy your ticket, click here .

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