Jonaz tells us about his fun summer single and getting through quarantine.

Did you listen to "Cangrejita" and wonder why does this guy's voice sound so familiar?. Well, it might be because Jonaz was the lead singer of the iconic Mexican band: Plastilina Mosh! There is no way you have been to Mexican wedding or club and not heard the words "Mr. P-M-O-S-H". It is a classic and a staple to the party scene! Jonaz's voice  and presence has been emblematic since 1997.

About a month ago, Jonaz released a sweet summer tune by the name "Cangrejita" which alludes to the city and beach life. It's of course, a great song to play at the family cookout or even at the gym. It still has the classic Jonaz/Plastilina Mosh party vibe. The music video itself is nostalgic and showcases an 80's style video game.

Last week I got to talk to Jonaz and we discussed quarantine, hobbies, and music:

D.O.M.E (Pao): How are you?

Jonaz: Good, good. 

D.O.M.E: Given that we are in quarantine, have you found any new hobbies? Or have you found that you have more time to make music?

Jonaz: No new hobbies. I've been listening a lot to things I have. I have also spent more time with my  family. At least now, I have more time to spend on my music. I am trying to write music that I have not written before. Something more personal and "dark".
**As a side note, Jonaz added that he has been playing more video games because his wife bought him a new console and he now has time for it due to quarantine. He is currently playing. a lot of Skyrim.

D.O.M.E: Before we talk about the new song, I do have to point something out. A lot of your videos feel somewhat nostalgic and reference certain things. Is that intentional?

Jonaz: It happens naturally. Not all ideas are mine. Maybe people look at me and think of me as "nostalgic looking" hahaha. I do have a curiosity when it comes to different genres.
**As we continued talking, he mentioned that he wanted to try writing a waltz.. 

D.O.M.E: And what can you tell me about "Cangrejita"?

Jonaz: It happened because I realized I became obsessed with Mexican music (he was referring to norteño music) and a year and a half ago I also realized that I had not made house pop music in a while "a-la Plastilina Mosh". Popera-Latina. While making it, I remembered this one time we played at the beach and we (the band) were dressed in all black and converse hence the lyrics: "tú eres cangrejita playera y yo soy rata de ciudad."

D.O.M.E: I noticed you made a bunch of funny videos last night (last Wednesday) as "La Tia Jonaza" and you mentioned the latest tendencies. What is your favorite tendency?

Jonaz: I am not big on tendencies.  I found that one (face app) because of people doing it. I don't really look out for what's popular. I do what I like to do.


D.O.M.E: You are good at the funny videos. Have you ever considered starting a Youtube channel for your funny videos?

Jonaz: Maybe. I'm not a stand-up guy but I like sketches so if I do, it would be sketches. 

D.O.M.E: Ok before we finish up this interview, what are you listening to at the moment?

Jonaz: I'm listening to a lot of Jazz, Club de Losers, Down to the Bone and ect. Every two to three years, I listen to a lot of Prince. 
** Jonaz talked about many other musicians ranging from France, Brooklyn and Cuba.

A big thank you to Jonaz! Check out his music if you haven't already!