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Zapopan Confirms Sanctions After Junior H Performs Banned ‘El Azul’ in Guadalajara

Fines under updated revenue rules reflect a policy against songs that praise criminal activity.

Overview

  • Mayor Juan José Frangie said the municipality will impose sanctions following Junior H’s October 28 performance at the Palenque de las Fiestas de Octubre in Guadalajara.
  • Zapopan’s Law of Ingresos sets fines of 33,000 pesos for the event promoter and 33,000 pesos for the venue, totaling 66,000 pesos.
  • Authorities cited a municipal agreement that prohibits public performance of lyrics deemed to glorify crime, noting the artist added “El Azul” after submitting a prior setlist.
  • The municipality indicated the venue and organizers could face a temporary veto for future events while supervision protocols are reviewed.
  • Junior H has not issued an official statement, and his $ad Boyz Mania tour continues with other scheduled dates as Jalisco maintains a yearslong enforcement posture on narcocorridos.