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Breaking barriers: Meet the world’s first LGBTQ+ mariachi band from Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES - Mariachi Arcoiris de Los Angeles celebrates the traditions of Mexico while also creating a safe space for professional LGBTQ+ musicians."As it turns out, we happen to be the very first mariachi to represent the LGBTQ+ community in the world," said Carlos Samaniego, the Director of Mariachi Arcoiris de Los Angeles.Celebrating Cinco de Mayo in 2021 was a special occasion for the talented Los Angeles-based group. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the group hadn’t been able to perform in-person for over a year. "The pandemic has been extremely difficult for us as performers not only because we make a living as mariachi performers but also just because music feeds our soul.