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November 28, 2014 Vol. 7 No. 91
“The BrosQuitos”
James L. Johnson -Singer, Hugo Chavez -Drummer, Max Powell -Bass, Hamilton Martinez -Lead Guitar and Oscar Gutierrez - Acoustic Rhythm
Desert Hot Springs young alternative-rock band stopped by the Desert Star Weekly for a chat. By Carolyn W.Gaines Desert Hot Springs young alternative-rock group called; ‘The BrosQuitos’ visited the Desert Star Weekly Newspaper at their new location on Palm Drive. We wanted to interview the band to deliver a good message for the youth of today. They are on the move, and followed on the social media, like
Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and becoming quickly known international, while touring and recording cd’s for major record labels. Let’s Chat with the BrosQuitos: I asked the Lead Guitarist, Vocalist James a 12th grader a few questions: How Long has your band
‘The BrosQuitos’ been together? He said,”One-Year and a Half.” I asked James: How much time does your band share practicing weekly? He said,” The BrosQuitos practice three Days a week until we feel like each song is perfect. Do all of your band members like to practice, James? Yes, even our neighbors like to listen
Cabot’s Museum Tours
A whole new experience begins December 1st By Desert Star Staff Desert Hot Springs - More than 70 years ago Cabot Yerxa started building his Pueblo as a tourist attraction. People coming to the Coachella Valley were told to see the self-described DesertRat up on Miracle Hill because he told the best stories and had the most unique items for sale in his Trading Post. For the price of an admission ticket guests were taken inside and told stories of ever-changing life in the Valley. Beginning December 1, 2014, visitors can take the new Cabot’s Pueblo Museum Signature Tour
– a new experience that includes seeing rooms not previously open to the public as well as incredible new insights into the man many believe is responsible for putting the Coachella Valley on the map. Few have left as indelible a legacy in the Coachella Valley as Cabot Yerxa. He discovered the mineral springs. He was a friend to the Native Americans in the area. He was the first sustainable builder using only reclaimed, recycled or reused materials in the construction of his 5,000 square foot pueblo. He believed in helping his neighbors and strangers alike.
He brought Hollywood celebrities to the desert. He helped layout – and build - the streets of Desert Hot Springs. And so much more. At 15 he started traveling the world, but Cabot the adventurerhumanitarian made the Coachella Valley his home. And it is the lovely place to live and tourist destination it is today because he did. Cabot’s Pueblo Museum is open, and the Signature Tour, offered Tuesday through Sundays, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Admission is $9-$11. Group tours available. For information visit CabotsMuseum. org or call (760) 329-7610.
to ‘The BrosQuitos’ Rehearsals.’’ How did BrosQuitos Band come together? He said,”by performing at the Desert Hot Springs High School Talent Show.’ The BrosQuitos won 1st place. The DHSHS students went crazy.” How long have you been playing the guitar, James? He
said, “Five-Years.’’ Who is your guitar idol? He said,”George Harrison.” Have you all been gigging? James said,” We try to have a show every week. The BosQuitos Band has performed at Pappy and Harriet’s and the Hard-Rock Café.” We seek all the gigs we Continues on Page 3