The Sound of Tololoche

"The Sound of Tololoche" brings together regional Mexican tracks that highlight the deep, resonant tones of the tololoche — a traditional upright bass commonly used in norteño and ranchera music. This playlist includes songs like "Fue Mi Compadre" by Empresa Norteña, "Las Tres Piedritas" by Los Broncos De Cosala, and "Margarita Margarita" by Grupo La Clave, each leaning into acoustic arrangements that put the tololoche front and center.

These tracks blend storytelling with stripped-down instrumentation, giving listeners a raw, earthy sound that’s typical of older northern styles. The playlist is a snapshot of rustic corridos and ranch-style recordings where the tololoche isn’t just background — it’s the backbone.