Patrulla 81

About

Patrulla 81 is a regional Mexican band from Durango, formed in 1981 by José Ángel Medina. Known for their blend of traditional Mexican music with modern influences, the band gained widespread recognition with their 2004 hit album Cómo Pude Enamorarme de Ti and the successful 2007 release A Mi Ley. Their album Quiéreme Más reached No. 1 on the Billboard Top Latin Albums chart in March 2009, and Sin Ti No Vive also topped Billboard's Regional Mexican chart later that year. Following José Ángel Medina's death in 2020 due to COVID-19, his son, José Ángel Medina Jr. (Filo), took over the band. Patrulla 81’s discography includes numerous albums and singles such as "Te Quiero Mucho," "Corridos Duranguenses," and "Amor y Lágrimas," continuing their legacy with releases like Cultura Duranguense (2021).