From Billboard · Natalia Cano · · 2m
Intocable's historic Zócalo performance celebrates Mexican independence
The Tex-Mex legends performed for 300,000 fans at Mexico City's iconic plaza on September 15, fulfilling frontman Ricky Muñoz's lifelong dream.
In brief
The Tex-Mex legends performed for 300,000 fans at Mexico City's iconic plaza on September 15, fulfilling frontman Ricky Muñoz's lifelong dream. Intocable became the first major Tex-Mex band to headline Mexico's Independence Day celebration at the Zócalo, cementing their status as cultural ambassadors between the US…
Tex-Mex legends take the Zócalo
Intocable performed for 300,000 fans at Mexico City's iconic plaza on September 15 during Mexican Independence Day festivities, marking the band's first time headlining the country's most important civic event.
“Being able to celebrate on Mexico's most important date is pure poetry.”
Ricky Muñoz turns 51 on stage
Frontman Ricky Muñoz celebrated his 51st birthday while performing at the Zócalo, fulfilling a lifelong dream and marking an unforgettable personal milestone alongside the historic national celebration.
“Personally, it's a birthday celebration I'll never forget, but this isn't about me, it's about all of you.”
How the invitation came together
Muñoz shared his Texas studio for a México Canta session and later played President Claudia Sheinbaum the song 'Estamos Todos.' When asked at her press conference if Intocable would perform in 2025, his spontaneous response led Sheinbaum to invite them on the spot.
“I swear I'm not trying to sell you the song, but just listen to the lyrics.”
Joining an elite performance roster
The Zócalo, the world's second-largest public square after Beijing's Tiananmen, has hosted Paul McCartney, Justin Bieber, Shakira, and Vicente Fernández. Intocable now joins this legendary list of national and international artists.
Setlist mixed classics with new music
Intocable performed hits like 'Aire,' 'Si Me Duele Que Duela,' and 'Coqueta,' plus the live debut of their new single 'Cuando Se Haga de Noche,' which will appear on a studio album releasing in March 2027.
Record-breaking year for the band
This summer, Intocable became the Latin band with the most RIAA Latin Diamond certifications, holding the second-highest overall count after Bad Bunny. They also received their star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
A band that catapulted from Texas
Co-founded by Ricky and drummer René Muñoz in Zapata, Texas 36 years ago, Intocable credits Mexico with their rise to prominence. The Zócalo performance represented a full-circle moment for the Mexican-American group.
“We know and acknowledge that Mexico catapulted us to what Intocable is today.”
Here's the gist
Intocable became the first major Tex-Mex band to headline Mexico's Independence Day celebration at the Zócalo, cementing their status as cultural ambassadors between the US and Mexico.
