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Cal State LA will host a special performance by Chicano group Tierra Legacy during the First Annual Car Show and Community Festival, bringing the sound of one of East Los Angeles' most influential bands back to the campus where its history began.

Tierra Legacy, the next chapter of the legendary band Tierra, will perform live on Saturday, April 25, at 2:45 p.m. in Lot 5 as part of the festival's entertainment lineup.

The performance marks a full-circle moment for the band as Tierra, which was founded and led by brothers Rudy and Steve Salas, first performed at Cal State LA in the early 1970s. More than 50 years later, the latest iteration of the band returns to its roots to build on its legacy.

Tierra became a pioneering Chicano band known for blending rock, pop, jazz, R&B, and salsa into a distinctive Latin R&B sound. The group gained national recognition in 1981 with its hit "Together," which reached No. 14 on the Billboard Hot 100. Other popular songs include "Gonna Find Her" and "Memories."

Tierra earned widespread acclaim throughout the 1980s, including being named "Best R&B Vocal Group" by several publications, and appearing on such shows as American Bandstand, Soul Train, and Solid Gold. The band also became the first Latino American group to place four songs on national charts, with two appearing in the Top 100 at the same time.

Following the deaths of Rudy in 2020 and Steve in 2022, the Salas family chose to continue the band's influence through Tierra Legacy.

Today, Tierra Legacy—led by Rudy Salas' son, David Salas—honors its past by bringing together original and longtime members to deliver the same timeless sound that made Tierra a household name.

With a deep commitment to preserving the music and spirit created by its founders, Tierra Legacy has performed hundreds of shows across the country and recently expanded internationally, performing in Canada for the first time in the band's history.

Tierra Legacy recently released a new album, "The Legacy Continues," further showcasing its signature blend of soul, R&B, and Latin influences. The project was executive produced by Cal State LA's former Educational Opportunity Program Director David Sandoval and Cal State LA alumnus Rafael Ventura of New Vista Communications, highlighting a new chapter while staying true to the band's classic sound. The new album can be heard on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, Amazon Music, and Deezer.

Audiences can expect an unforgettable performance filled with classic hits, soulful melodies, and the signature blend of R&B, Latin, funk, and jazz that defined a generation. Tierra Legacy continues to bridge generations of fans, celebrating a musical legacy that remains as powerful today as it was over five decades ago.

The Cal State LA Car Show and Community Festival is an all-day event, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., celebrating car culture, live entertainment, and community engagement. In addition to Tierra Legacy's performance, the festival will feature a book signing and fan meet-and-greet with Lakers legend Michael Cooper, a stand-up comedy set by Johnny Roque, an acrobatic showcase by Stunts in Motion, a ceremonial handoff of Cal State LA's award-winning Solar Eagle III to the Petersen Automotive Museum, and El Sereno Night Market, offering a variety of local food vendors.

This event is a powerful reflection of who Cal State LA is—rooted in Los Angeles, driven by innovation, and connected to the community.

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2026 Women | Business | Wellness Series Moments from the Women | Business | Wellness Series launch at Macy’s Temecula, where professional women, entrepreneurs, and community leaders gathered for an evening of connection, conversation, and inspiration.

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HL | Culture & Influence is now in the final days of accepting nominations for our upcoming Milestone Awards recognizing individuals who have reached defining moments in their professional and personal journeys.

We are seeking executives, entrepreneurs, and community leaders whose impact is shaping business, culture, and community.

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