Founded on January 15, 1965, by Don Salvador Lizárraga, La Original Banda El Limon has since had the privilege of being the first Sinaloan band to usher in a new era in its genre by incorporating sound equipment and having a vocalist as a member of the group. Today, this remarkable band’s success demonstrates how regional Mexican music is one of the most powerful genres. Notable group members have included Julio Preciado, Jorge Cordero, José Ángel Ledezma "El Coyote," Nico Flores, Chuy Lizárraga, Antonio Lizárraga, Israel Valdez and Lorenzo Méndez. Current vocalists include Jose Ramón Maldonado, Kevin Melendres, and Víctor Noriega.