From the Inkpot
Biography
Born in Mexico City, Eugenia León is considered by many to be the best singer in her country. Her story is a long sequence of surprises, great concerts, shows, hard work and discipline, which have made her interpretations mythical shows that people remember as real cultural gems.
The Story of her Life
By: David Martín del Campo
We should imagine that 8-year-old little girl washing dishes in the kitchen. She is a shy child, no doubt about it, her dark eyes move from the dishes to the tap, from the water to the brush, while she softly sings with her siblings the song of “El comal le dijo a la olla: Oye olla, oye, oye... Si te has creído que yo soy recargadera, búscate otro que te apoye...”
Inauguration Speech for the Eugenia León Cultural Center
When the authorities of the Alvaro Obregón municipality approached me to propose today's activity, I talked it over with my pillow. Someone who at the time worked close to me said: “It's a small place, quite poor, too popular. It's not for you”.
Presenting Jorge Velasco's book, "The Tribe's Song"
To begin with, I want to thank Jorge Velasco his invitation to participate with you this afternoon in launching his book El canto de la tribu. I believe it is very important for understanding the process of alternative popular music in Mexico. Writing a scholarly work, a systematic study of such a complex cultural movement implies difficulties that this book faces with courage. And this must be acknowledged.
The Street of my Life
Fragment of her collaboration for the supplement Hoja por Hoja, 109, June 2006
Discovering Myself as a Singer
By: Eugenia León
Fragment of her contribution to the book Gritos y susurros
Eugenia León, Queen of the Gay Parade 2004
Eugenia León's Speech in the Mexico City Zocalo
July 7, 2004
by Redacción Anodis
Although I am absolutely in favor of democracy, I accept this kingdom with joy. I know it is a festive part of your affection for me and mine for you.
