2001

January
A 45 is released in Spain, Los Straitjackets at The Drive-In.
The single features movie theme classics My Heart Will Go On b/w Theme from The Magnificent Seven.

February
Due to popular demand, Los Straitjackets release the Live CD:
Damas y Caballeros, Los Straitjackets,
recorded in September 2000 at The Foothill Tavern in Long Beach, California.

The band announces plans for an upcoming tour of Spain, and extends the invitation to fans who wish to come along.

Los Straitjackets perform with Instrumental Legends, The Ventures
at The Experience Music Project in Seattle, Washington.

April
Los Straitjackets new Video: Tempest, goes into heavy rotation on MTV-Latino..
The Video is released on the Home Video version of the film Psycho Beach Party.

April
Los Straitjackets new Video: Tempest, goes into heavy rotation on MTV-Latino..
The Video is released on the Home Video version of the film Psycho Beach Party.

May
Los Straitjackets return to Spain, this time taking along
a group of fans who signed up on the internet.
A fun-filled bus tour extravaganza was had by all
as the band played to sold out crowds throughout the country.

July
Another successful tour of the midwest and Canada.

September
Los Straitjackets release their fifth compact disc,
Sing Along with Los Straitjackets,
a collection of collaborations with many of today's most popular vocalists.

Los Straitjackets kick off the first tour of
The Los Straitjackets Rock & Roll Party,
a variety review featuring Big Sandy on vocals, as well as the dancing group,
The World Famous Pontani Sisters.

October
The Los Straitjackets Rock & Roll Party tours throughout the country to many sellout crowds.

November
The Los Straitjackets Rock & Roll Party wraps up it's first tour with
the band's fifth appearance on Late Night with Conan O'Brien.
A performance of Chica Alborotada with Big Sandy and
the World Famous Pontani Sisters is a big hit!

December
The band wraps up the year 2001 with a New Year's celebration
at the Oneida Bingo Hall & Casino in Green Bay, WI.

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