Biography

The Band

Angel Luis Pozos Sr.

Percussion & Vocals

Equipment: Roland SPD 20, Shure beta 58

Born in Xico Veracruz, Angel Pozos Sr. moved to Los Angeles California at the age of eighteen. Influenced by his father who played in a trio, Angel learned to play the guitar. In Los Angeles at the age of twenty, Angel began to perform in local venues with the band La Imencidad. After a few failed attempts in other musical projects, Angel decided to form a group within the family.

Angel Sr. then formed a band with his two sons Angel Pozos Jr. and Leonardo Pozos called Banda Cholos. It would take a few years later until his daughter, joined the band and the name switched to Cindy y Los Cholos. With changes in lifestyles within the group, Angel discovered his two youngest boys Jonathan and Marc Pozos were influenced by the surroundings of music and incorporated them into the band and renamed it Los Pozos, named after the family name.

As a multi-talented entertainer Angel Sr. is the director, singer, percussionist, and Master of Ceremonies of the band. In his early years Angel Sr. was a guitarist. Some of the influence behind his craft came from an array of artists such as Los Socios del Ritmo, Los Teen Tops, Cesar Costa, Stranger People,  Grupo Contaminacion, and Los Jaos just to name a few.

When Angel Sr. is not performing, he enjoys supporting local bands performing around the Los Angeles area and watches Baseball, Boxing, and wrestling. When he is not out and about he is well known for his skills in gardening and shopping.

Angel Luis Pozos Jr.

Keyboards & Vocals

Equipment: Korg X3, N364, M1 keyboards, Gabbanelli Accordion, Shure Beta 58 and 57.

Angel Luis Pozos Jr., one of the founders of the band, found his unique style and development through a lifetime of musical influences. Growing up in a talented musical family, Angel was surrounded by different forms of music. Angel’s mother, a full-time Radio Blaster always listening to various styles of music and artists, influenced Angel in developing into a fluent singer. His father, a musician himself, exposed Angel to a wealth of love for music as a child all of which, influenced Angel in his development as entertainer.

At the age of 13, Angel’s forte in learning an instrument came when he started to play the Concerto Bass. Later, he began to play the Electric Bass for four years until finally, at the age of 17, Angel began to take on playing the Keyboards and sing lead vocals. With his decision, Angel became influenced in forming a group.

Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Angel’s musical journey began in Hollywood. It is here that Angel developed his musical tastes, styles and interests. Angel’s musical development was inherited by listening to a broad range of musical styles that include the English and Spanish market. However, a few of his inspirations certainly include Walt Disney (a master of story telling and imagination), Michael Jackson, Bob Marley, The Police, Ray Charles, and Stevie Wonder who are among the few that influenced his musical career.

These song writers, story tellers, and musicians provide a combination of exciting musical playing and mellow vocals, with a rhythmic undercurrent that bear testament to his craftsmanship in music that include elements of reggae, hip-hop, punk, jazz, pop, R&B, just to name a few. When Angel is not performing he enjoys watching cartoons, sports, and concerts. He also is a fan of Starwars, Marvel, and theme parks .

Jonathan Albert Pozos

Lead Guitar & Vocals

Equipment: Gibson Les Paul Traditional, Fender Telecaster, Fender American Stratocaster, Line 6 Spider head, and a Marshall Cabinet.

As his older brother Marc, Jonathan Pozos started his music career as a guitar player with the guidance of his family. While learning to play the guitar, Jonathan was easily influenced by the age of sixteen by famous guitar players such as Keith Urban, Joe Don Rooney, Alex Lifeson, Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page, Brad Paisley, Billie Joe Armstrong, and Brian Setzer.

While performing with Marc at John Marshal High School, Jonathan was able to perform at Disneyland with the John Marshall Orchestra. In gaining experience, Jonathan also had the opportunity of performing at the Greek Theatre and record at Capitol Records. In joining

Grupo Los Pozos, Jonathan has the pleasure in sharing the stage with his family.

When he is not performing on stage, Jonathan enjoys attending LA Kings games, drinking horchata frappes with friends, and going to theme parks. He is also a fan of Star Wars, One Piece,

and Spiderman.

Marc Anthony Pozos

Bass Guitar & Vocals

Equipment: Fender Jazz Bass Deluxe Fmt, Carvin BX 1500 Amp Head, Carvin Full Stack, Shure Beta 58.

At the age of sixteen, Marc Pozos started his music career as a bass player with the guidance of his older brothers Angel Luis Pozos Jr. and Leonardo Pozos. Being influenced from known bassists such as Pino Palladino, John Paul Jones, Flea, Paul McCartney, Geddy Lee, Mike Dirnt, and Stefan Lessard, Marc quickly grew interest and began to play bass.

As Grupo Los Pozos was a starting point in his musical career, Marc played bass in his own high school band where he performed twice at the Greek Theater and recorded at Capitol Records alongside his twin brother Jonathan. Obtaining the experience from performing at John Marshall High School, Marc decided to join his brothers in creating the band Grupo Los Pozos. While performing with his brothers, Marc had a difficult time switching from the American style of music to the Latin style due to the differentiation in rhythmic patterns.

When Marc is not performing with his brothers, he simply likes to enjoy his time with his dog Tyrannous. Like his brothers, Marc enjoys attending the LA Kings hockey games and loves to exercise. It is also known that Marc is a huge fan of Shonen Jump One Piece, Star Wars, Superman, and Fender bass guitars.

Leonardo Pozos

Drums & Vocals

Equipment: Roland TD6, PDP Accoustic Drums, Sabian Cymbals, Tama Hardware, Yamaha snare, DW 9000 Pedal, Shure Beta 58

Leonardo Pozos (a.k.a Chochi) is one of the founding members of the band by a good 22 years. He was just 11 years of age when he started performing alongside Angel Luis Pozos Jr. (brother) and Angel Luis Pozos Sr. (father). He weaved simple yet strong drum rhythms proving to be an integral part of the new sound being created by the group. Which has become one of the most important independent acts in the Latin genre and has continually defied expectations to create one of the most unique musical voices to come out of the United States in the last decade.

Born in Los Angeles, Ca, his family having a great musical background going all the way back to both his grandparents, in both sides of the family, had a great effect on Leonardo. Always having different genres of music being played around him from both the American and International markets, helped him create his unique style of drumming. He has been quoted saying, "Music, like blood, literally runs through my veins." Following his father on his performances prior to picking up a pair of sticks, he learned to play the drums by ear and by the age of 11 he was given his first set of drums. He taught himself how to play songs that his father would play with his bands before Los Pozos and songs his mother would sing and play for him at home on the family radio.

While attending John Marshall High School, he participated in the music programs that the school offered. There he discovered more than what the radio and music albums taught him. He learned to read and write different genres of music with the schools jazz ensemble, concert band, and marching band taught by Mr. Paul Bailey. Joining the schools marching band, as the drum-line leader, he built up his hand speed and technical skills. He also joined the drama class and participated in many school assemblies. His teacher Mrs. Carolyn L. McKnight helped him discover his talent in acting which has made him the very loving and cheerful entertainer Los Angeles has to offer today. Mrs. Carolyn L. McKnight had a major impact on his life which helped him be successful today. He credits her with giving him the belief in true expression with both music and acting. After high school he was accepted to The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles where he received his bachelor of science degree in interactive media design. There he learned skills in video production, audio production, graphic design, web design and animation.

Leonardo likes to spend his off time with his family going on trips or supporting his Los Angeles sports teams, mainly the Kings and the Dodgers. His other activities include, graphic design, video production, audio production, web design, animation, painting, raising dogs, playing video games, movies, sports, theme parks and ATVs, just to name a few. Leonardo maintains his own lifestyle/music/design website at LeoPozos.com and has been involved with musical side projects. He truly is a modern day extreme musician/designer.