The Mexican group
Los Bukis, an indigenous word that means "the kids," recorded their debut album in 1975. It included
Camilo Sesto's "Quieres Ser Mi Amante," a Spanish version of the classic "Feelings," and the band's first original hit "Falso Amor." The group was formed by singer/songwriter
Marco Antonio Solís and his cousin, guitarist
Joel Solís, who had previously performed under the name Los Hermanitos Solís. The original foursome had several changes during the '80s: They were joined by keyboardist
Roberto Guadarrama, percussionist and sax player José Guadarrama (who replaced
José Javier Solís when he decided to go solo), bassist Eusebio Cortéz, and drummer
Pedro Sánchez.
Los Bukis started playing traditional Mexican music, later moving to Latin pop ballads. When the band was at its climax,
Marco Antonio Solís also started composing for popular artists such as
Marisela and
Laura Flores. In 1989,
Los Bukis earned four Lo Nuestro Awards, and their songs frequently climbed Latin charts. The group disbanded in 1996 when its leading singer decided to go solo. ~ Drago Bonacich