Los Tigres Del Norte: Complete Discography Los Tigres del Norte (English: The Tigers of the North ) are a Mexican norteño band from San José, California, though originally from Mocorito, Sinaloa, Mexico. Widely regarded as the most influential and successful norteño group in history, they are known as Los Ídolos del Pueblo (The Idols of the People). Their discography spans over five decades, encompassing more than 60 studio albums, dozens of live recordings, and compilation box sets. They are famous for their signature sound (accordion, bajo sexto, bass, and drums) and their socially conscious corridos (ballads) that narrate immigration, love, betrayal, and drug trafficking.
Early Career and First Recordings (1968–1972) The band formed in 1968 in San Jose, California, originally consisting of brothers Jorge (lead vocals, bajo sexto), Hernán (accordion), and Eduardo Hernández (bass), along with cousin Oscar Lara (drums). Their first recordings were raw and small-budget.
1968: Los Tigres del Norte con Banda (Debut single; rare, often omitted from official counts) 1970: Los Corridos de los Tigres (FonoVisa) – Includes early versions of classic corridos. 1971: Con Banda los Tigres del Norte (FonoVisa) 1972: Ya los Tigres Son Algo (FonoVisa)
These early albums established their raw, street-level storytelling style. Los Tigres Del Norte Discografia Completa
Breakthrough and International Success (1973–1985) The band’s major breakthrough came with the 1973 album Contrabando y Traición , which introduced the world to the narcocorrido genre. The title track became a cultural phenomenon.
1973: Contrabando y Traición – Features "La Camelia" and "Los Pinos Abandonados." 1974: Piedras Negras 1975: El Cazador 1976: Los Dos Plebes 1977: La Banda del Carro Rojo 1978: Jaula de Oro – The title track becomes an anthem for Mexican immigrants. 1979: Pacas de a Kilo 1980: El Tahúr 1981: Corridos Prohibidos 1982: Un Día a la Vez 1983: El Pulquero 1984: Aunque Muevan el Mundo 1985: El Zorro de Ojinaga
During this era, Los Tigres defined the modern norteño sound and sold millions of copies across Mexico and the United States. Los Tigres Del Norte: Complete Discography Los Tigres
The Golden Era and Mainstream Domination (1986–1999) The late 1980s and 1990s saw the band refine their production and tackle social justice themes more directly.
1986: Internacionalmente Norteños 1987: Idolos del Pueblo 1988: Gracias América... Sin Fronteras – Includes the immigrant anthem "Tres Veces Mojado." 1989: Corridos Pesados 1990: Para Adoloridos 1991: Incansables – Wins them their first Grammy nomination. 1992: Aquí Mando Yo 1993: La Garra de... Los Tigres del Norte 1994: Los Dos Plebes (Re-recording) 1995: El Ejemplo 1996: Jefe de Jefes – One of their best-selling albums; title track becomes a classic. 1997: Los Números No Mientan 1998: Así Como Tú 1999: Herencia de Familia
21st Century and Critical Acclaim (2000–2015) The new millennium brought Grammy awards and concept albums addressing AIDS, immigration reform, and violence. They are famous for their signature sound (accordion,
2000: Uniendo Fronteras 2001: De Paisano a Paisano 2002: La Reina del Sur – Inspired by the Arturo Pérez-Reverte novel, later turned into a hit TV series. 2003: Imperio 2004: Pacto de Sangre 2005: Directo al Corazón – (Live album) 2006: Historias que Contar – Features "El Más Buscado." 2007: Detalles y Emociones (Live) 2008: Raíces – A return to acoustic, traditional norteño. 2009: Tu Noche con... Los Tigres del Norte (Live) 2010: Evolución + En Vivo (Live DVD/CD) 2011: MTV Unplugged: Los Tigres del Norte and Friends – Groundbreaking acoustic set with guest artists like Paulina Rubio, Diego Torres, and Andrés Calamaro. Wins a Latin Grammy. 2012: El Amor No Tiene Edad 2013: En Vivo Desde la Cárcel de Santa Martha (Live from a Mexico City prison) 2014: Realmente el Más Grande – Nominated for a Grammy for Best Regional Mexican Album. 2015: Desde el Azteca (Live at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City)
Recent Albums and Continuing Legacy (2016–Present) Los Tigres continue to release new music and tour extensively, now as elder statesmen of the genre.