Cannibal & the Headhunters were one-hit wonders, but what a hit to have, if you're only going to have one: "Land of 1000 Dances." The group was also one of the first Mexican-American rock bands to have a national hit record, courtesy of that same tune. Founded by Frankie Garcia — who reportedly earned his nickname "Cannibal" as a boy when he bit an opponent during a fight — with Robert Jaramillo and Joe Jaramillo of East L.A. in the mid-'60s, the group grew out of a number of earlier bands, including the Rhythm Playboys and the Romanos.
These are photos from concerts where Cannibal & The Headhunters played, so they may be of other bands that played the concert as well.
The Beatles / Sounds Incorporated / Cannibal & The Headhunters / Brenda Holloway / King Curtis & The Kingpins Aug 20, 1965 Chicago, Illinois, United States Uploaded by Zimtrim
The Beatles / Sounds Incorporated / Cannibal & The Headhunters / Brenda Holloway / King Curtis & The Kingpins Aug 20, 1965 Chicago, Illinois, United States Uploaded by Burton
