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Hard work, persistence, and originality propel Da Krazy Pimpz to over 14 years of award-winning history

Eddie Jimenez shares the history of the versatile Eagle Pass-based group and what sets them apart from others.

Eddie Jimenez | Photo: Mariaelena Villarreal / Tejano Nation

A music career spanning over 20 years, Eddie Jimenez has demonstrated that starting from the ground up, hard work, persistence and most of all originality can set you apart from theĀ ordinaryĀ to theĀ extraordinary.Ā Da KrazyĀ Pimpz, just recently namedĀ 2021 Tejano Music Awards Conjunto Album of the YearĀ for their 14th andĀ newest album, A La Pista A Bailar,Ā released under his very own music labelĀ Bordertown Records, as well asĀ Cumbia Band of The YearĀ byĀ the Guadalupe Awards.

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Jimenez recalls starting his band 14 years ago. At just 27 years old, Eddie founded his bandĀ Da KrazyĀ PimpzĀ and recalls struggling to get gigs, equipment, and starting from completely nothing.

I had a chance to sit and talk with Eddie and ask him more about himself, his band, his new album, and the newly released videoĀ ā€œSeraĀ Mejorā€.

Jimenez, born and raised in Eagle Pass, Texas, started learning how to play the accordion at just 12 years old, his fatherĀ Hector JimenezĀ taught him and he began touring on the road at age 17 once he graduated from high school. In hisĀ ā€œPimpā€Ā attire, a glitzy sequined jacket, slick sunglasses, black hat, and sharp shoes, Eddie prides himself on having a band that he can say he started from scratch with absolutely nothing in his hands and building something that is versatile, original, and different from all the rest. Eddie is most proud of the fact that he has reached this level of success professionally and respectfully.

The band was founded on Feb 3, 2007. Eddie recalls having many ideas and goals of how he would make this project a success. Writing many of his own original songs, singingĀ primeraĀ voz, playing accordion, as well asĀ saxophone,Ā he has made his KrazyĀ PimpzĀ shine where others fell short.Ā Ā 

Current members includeĀ Eddie JimenezĀ – 1st Vocals, accordion, and saxophone,Ā James Jimenez Ā 2nd vocals and bass;Ā Sonny GalindoĀ – Drums; and Diego Lopez – Bajo Sexto.

Describing his band style as aĀ ā€œConjuntoĀ Cumbiero,ā€Ā Eddie explains that they are versatile in that they can do, Conjunto with the accordion and switch to cumbias with the saxophone giving the fans the best possible show.

Courtesy of Bordertown Records

A La PistaĀ AĀ Bailar is available on all digital platforms. Already a hit among fans as well as award-winning, this album is something very rare in ourĀ industry.Ā It is a completely original album, with a total of 10 songs, 7 of which were written by Eddie himself and three other originals written by other composers.Ā 

ā€œThis album as always was inspired by our fans who come to dance, drink, and throwĀ gritos,” said Eddie. “We continue to write and do danceable beats for all of our fans.”

Da KrazyĀ PimpzĀ has also released their official music videoĀ ā€œSera Mejorā€Ā off this album in May 2021. Produced by Eddie Jimenez and Johnny Davila, this video was shot on location in Eagle Pass at Fort Duncan Ruins. The songĀ was written byĀ Ernesto RodriguezĀ from Monterrey, NL, and its style is described asĀ NorteƱoĀ light because of the ranchera beat and romantic melody. Surpassing 40k views,Ā ā€œSera Mejorā€Ā can be seen onĀ the group’sĀ official Facebook group page and on YouTube.

Da Krazy Pimpz — “Sera Mejor”
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Excited as to what the future holds for theseĀ Pimpz, we the fans wait for our next dose of pimped-out music and a full dance floor. Performing all over the UnitedĀ States,Ā Mexico,Ā and just recently Washington, Las Vegas, and Idaho,Ā Da KrazyĀ PimpzĀ are working on their 15th album and it will be anĀ all liveĀ recording with several guest singers which will surely be a hit.

Eddie and Da KrazyĀ PimpzĀ would like to thank all their loyal fans, supporters, radio, and promoters for their continued support and love.Ā 

For all thingsĀ ā€œPimpā€Ā you can followĀ Da KrazyĀ PimpzĀ on all social media sites under their official group name on Facebook, Instagram, andĀ TikTokĀ as well as get the latest on tours, events, and merchandise on their officialĀ website, http://www.dakrazypimpz.com.Ā 

A big thank you to Eddie Jimenez for his time and as always for all things Tejano remember to follow Tejano Nation!

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