Tejano Music History · Women of Tejano
Women of Tejano: Highlighting the Legacy of Stefani Montiel
By Veronique Medrano · 3 min read
The Women of Tejano Spotify playlist showcases the women of the past and present making an impact on Tejano music, as well as the future new talent of mujeres in the industry. This month’s cover artist is legacy act Stefani Montiel.
Stefani Montiel has continued to release new Tejano fusions into the market and can be said to have really taken shape from her 2015 hit “Quien Quiere Shots.” From that point on, Stefani and her team have made a point to infuse Pop, EDM and Rock into Tejano and show the versatility of Stefani.
More Than an Artist
While working with Stefani Montiel during the Women of Tejano speaker series “Women of Tejano: The Past, Present and Future,” it was clear that there is more to the star than meets the eye. On top of being an artist, Stefani Montiel has made a point to create a more creative space in the Tejano music industry.
2013
Tejano R.O.O.T.S. Hall of Fame
3×
Latin Grammy Nominations — Best Tejano Album
3×
Grammy Nominations — Best Tejano Album
She has also served as Former Governor of the Texas Chapter of the Grammys, and alongside her husband (artist and producer Gabriel Zavala) has invested in new artists in the industry including Savannah V.
“This playlist showcases Montiel’s musical catalog, celebrates the future voices making their impact on Tejano, and will let out your inner Chingona.”
Featuring: Beatriz Gonzalez, Las Fenix, Isabel Marie, Savannah V, Shelly Lares and more. Catch Stefani at a high-energy performance during her Lone Star Nights Tour.
Written By
Veronique Medrano
Singer-songwriter, writer, and archivist out of Brownsville, Texas.