Wasted Days, Wasted Nights: A Tribute to Freddy Fender Featuring George Galvez | Los Angeles, California

Wasted Days, Wasted Nights is a powerful tribute act based in Los Angeles that celebrates the legendary legacy of Freddy Fender, one of the most influential voices in Tex-Mex, country, and rock music. Fronted by acclaimed vocalist George Galvez, this tribute authentically captures Fender’s soulful voice, heartfelt lyrics, and cross-cultural sound that left an indelible mark on American music.

With George Galvez’s rich vocals and commanding stage presence, Wasted Days, Wasted Nights takes audiences on a journey through the life and music of the beloved Tejano icon. The band delivers faithful renditions of Freddy Fender’s biggest hits, immersing fans in the golden era of Fender's chart-topping success.

Setlist Favorites: Wasted Days and Wasted Nights

Before the Next Teardrop Falls

Secret Love

You'll Lose a Good Thing

Vaya Con Dios

Since I Met You Baby

Talk to Me

The Rains Came

Freddy Fender Accolades: Grammy Award Winner (Best Latin Pop Album, 2002 – La Música de Baldemar Huerta)

Grammy Hall of Fame Inductee for “Before the Next Teardrop Falls”

Billboard Hot 100 #1 Hit – “Before the Next Teardrop Falls” (1975)

Member of Texas Tornados, a Grammy-winning Tex-Mex supergroup

Member of Los Super Seven, an all-star Latin American roots band

Inducted into the Tejano Music Hall of Fame

Recognized with a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Wasted Days, Wasted Nights is more than a tribute—it’s a heartfelt homage to a groundbreaking artist whose music bridged cultures, genres, and generations. With a sound steeped in soul, country, and borderland blues, George Galvez and his band deliver the spirit of Freddy Fender to new audiences with passion, precision, and profound respect.