Courtesy: Guadalupe Productions
SAN ANTONIO, TX — The anticipation is building as the 7th Annual Guadalupe Tejano Awards has officially revealed its Top 5 nominees in each category, recognizing the finest in Tejano and Conjunto music. Fans are encouraged to cast their votes in this second and final round of voting, which closes Sunday, November 9 at 5 p.m. Winners will be announced at the highly anticipated Awards Ceremony on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Mustang Sally’s in San Antonio, Texas. Doors open at 5 p.m., and pre-sale tickets and table reservations are now available for what promises to be an unforgettable evening celebrating community and musical excellence.
Since its inception in 2019, the Guadalupe Awards have honored artists, musicians, and industry figures who represent the heart and heritage of Tejano and Conjunto music. Founded by veteran promoter Andrew Belmarez, the event is dedicated to the life and legacy of his late mother, Guadalupe M. Belmarez, whose name and spirit continue to inspire the celebration of cultural pride and artistic achievement.
This year’s list of nominees features an incredible mix of established icons and emerging talent, with several artists earning multiple nominations across key categories.
Marcos Orzoco, Jay Perez, Stefani Montiel, and Lucky Joe | Credit: Mariaelena Villarreal / Tejano Nation
Among the top contenders:
- Marcos Orozco and his band Grupo Rebelde stand out with nominations for Male Vocalist of the Year, Tejano Band of the Year, “A Cambio De Que” for Single of the Year, and recognition for multiple band members, including Juanito Guajardo (Keyboard Player), Gabriel Barajas (Drummer), and Rick Vega (Bass Player).
- Jay Perez also shines with several nods, including Male Vocalist of the Year, Tejano Band of the Year, Single of the Year for “Incompetente En El Amor,” and Keyboard Player of the Year for Eric Avalos.
- Lucky Joe earns strong recognition with nominations for Accordionist of the Year, Tejano Norteño Band of the Year, and Single of the Year with “A.M.O.”
- Stefani Montiel leads among female artists with nominations for Female Vocalist of the Year, Female Entertainer of the Year, and a nod for her producer Gabriel Zavala in Keyboard Player of the Year.
- Other notable multi-nominees include Jerry Peña (Songwriter of the Year, Male Vocalist, Conjunto of the Year with Los Arcos Hermanos Peña*), Ram Herrera, Elida Reyna, and Blaze Brothers, who continue to make their mark across several categories.
Fans can support their favorites by participating in the voting process before the deadline and attending the ceremony to see who takes home top honors.
The Guadalupe Tejano Awards continues to be a cherished platform highlighting the artistry, dedication, and cultural pride that define Tejano and Conjunto music — ensuring that the spirit of Guadalupe M. Belmarez lives on through every note and performance.
The performance lineup for the night includes David DeAnda y Xelencia, Conjunto Cats, Los Arcos Hermanos Peña, and Jesse Pérez y Sus Compradres.
Event Details:
Sunday, November 23, 2025
Mustang Sally’s, San Antonio, TX
Doors open at 5 PM
Pre-sale tickets and table reservations available now!
Here are the Guadalupe Awards Top 5 nominees in each category:
Male Entertainer Of The Year
- Marcos Orozco- Marcos Orozco Y Grupo Rebelde
- Jay Perez – Jay Perez & The Band
- Ram Herrera – Ram Herrera & The Outlaw Band
- Joe Lopez – Joe Lopez Y Grupo Mazz
- Jerry Pena – Los Arcos Hermanos Pena
Female Entertainer Of The Year
- Stefani Montiel
- Elida Reyna
- Jennifer Pena
- Destiny Navaira
- Patsy Torres
Male Vocalist Of The Year
- Jay Perez – Jay Perez & The Band
- Marcos Orozco – Marcos Orozco Y Grupo Rebelde
- Jerry Pena – Los Arcos Hermanos Pena
- Ramiro “Ram” Herrera – Ramiro “Ram” Herrera & The Outlaw Band
- Ben Pena – Blaze Brothers
Female Vocalist Of The Year
- Stefani Montiel
- Destiny Navaira
- Monica Andrada
- Jenny B
- Sarah Monique
New Male Artist Of The Year
- Adrian Pena – Los Arcos Hermanos Pena
- Danny Ortiz
- Ben Pena – Blaze Bros
- Frankie Baldin – Conjunto Diferencia
- Erick Pastrano – Papi Chulos
New Female Artist Of The Year
- Jennifer Lynn – Cielo Azul
- Sammy Torres – Sammy Torres & New Image
- Alicia C
- Bianca Ruiz
- Lidia Flores
Songwriter Of The Year
- Jerry Pena
- Jesse Villarreal
- Lalo & Elida Reyna
- Beto Ramon
- Samuel Ramos Jr
Single Of The Year
- Incompetente En El Amor – Jay Perez
- A.M.O. – Lucky Joe
- Una Mas – Blaze Brothers
- Ayudame – La Fiebre
- A Cambio De Que – Marcos Orozco Y Grupo Rebelde
Tejano Band Of The Year
- Joe Lopez Y Grupo Mazz
- Marcos Orozco Y Grupo Rebelde
- Jay Perez & The Band
- La Fiebre
- David Lee Garza Y Los Musicales
Tejano Norteno Band Of The Year
- Lucky Joe
- Michael Salgado
- Los Palominos
- Zenzio
- Siggno
Most Promising Band Of The Year
- Conjunto 2 the Max
- Elijah Ezequiel & The Conjunto Addictz
- The Ybarra Boyz
- Blaze Brothers
- Meche Trejo
Conjunto Of The Year
- Conjunto Cats
- Ricky Naranjo Y Los Gamblers
- Los Arcos Hermanos Pena
- The Homeboyz
- Los Delta Boyz
Country Band of the Year
- Rustic Rose
- Blaze Brothers
- Sunny Sauceda
- Whiskey D
- Ranch Road Band
Accordionist Of The Year
- David Lee Garza – David Lee Garza Y Los Musicales
- David Farias – David Farias Band
- Lucky Joe
- Fern Lozano – Conjunto Puro Corazon
- Gizmo Garcia – Los Dos Gilbertos
- Homero Esquivel – Mike Gonzalez & The Iconiczz
Bajo Player Of The Year
- Art Campos – Conjunto Cats
- Marcos Orozco – Marcos Orozco Y Grupo Rebelde
- Billy O’Rourke – David Lee Garza Y Los Musicales
- James Arreola – Los Palominos
- Samuel Ramos Jr – Retono
Bass Player Of The Year
- Eddie Gonzalez – Los Delta Boyz
- Diego Campos – Conjunto Cats
- Joey Sanchez – Conjunto Diferencia
- Javier Ramirez – Ricky Naranjo Y Los Gamblers
- Rick Vega – Marcos Orozco Y Grupo Rebelde
- Fabian Pena – Los Arcos Hermanos Pena
Keyboard Player Of The Year
- Gabriel Zavala – Stefani Montiel
- Juanito Guajardo – Marcos Orozco Y Grupo Rebelde
- Eric Avalos – Jay Perez & The Band
- Brando Mireles – Joe Lopez Y Grupo Mazz
- Ben Bam Bam Ramos – Ram Herrera & The Outlaw Band
Drummer Of The Year
- Mike Gonzalez – Mike Gonzalez & the Iconiczz
- Gabriel Barajas – Marcos Orozco Y Grupo Rebelde
- Nathan Alzalde – Conjunto Cats
- Dan De Loredo – Los Palominos
- Ricky Naranjo – Ricky Naranjo Y Los Gamblers
Internet/Radio Station Of The Year
- HotTejano.com
- Super Tejano Radio
- KLMO Radio / San Antonio
- West Texas Tejano Explosion
- Magic 106.5 FM / Lubbock, Texas
Radio Personalities Of The Year
- Mando San Roman – Super Tejano 102.1
- Jennifer Martinez “La Chismosa” Magic Lubbock Texas
- Dj Suavesito & Sunflower Rodriguez – Hot Tejano Radio
- Stephanie García – West Texas Tejano Explosion
- Hilda Gamboa – West Texas Tejano Explosion
DJ Of The Year
- Jason “Dj Lucky J” Guerra
- Mike “Tex-Mex Mike” Hernandez
- Rodney J. “Dj Rodney J” Martinez
- Jaime & Amanda Martinez [The 1000’s]
- Joe “Jammin’ Joe” Diaz
Podcast Show Of The Year
- Jose “Bumper” Gomez – Bumpers Wacky Wednesday
- James Echavarria – PVT [Rock N Roll James]
- Rudy Trevino – Tejano Gold Radio Show
- Mas Chingon Radio – Mas Chingon Radio Show
- Keith Leal – Tejano Time Podcast
- Jason Borjas & Mari Chofi – Latin Legends Podcast
Promoter Of The Year
- Rudy Lopez – Lopez Entertainment
- Tejano Loco – Tejano Loco Promotions
- Hilda Pena – HP Promotions
- Jim Luna – Quartermoon Productions
- Mike Barron – Mikey Mike Promotions
Music Distributor Radio Of The Year
- Mayra Dee – Cielo Entertainment
- Aaron Eddy Gonzales – Tex Sound Music
- Laura Saenz – Leona Promotions
- Gavino Perez – Gavino Promotions
- Hilda Pena – Hilda Pena Promotions
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