Carlos y José were an iconic Mexican norteño duo originating from Reynosa, Tamaulipas. Formed in 1968 by lead singer and accordionist Carlos Tierranegra Salazar and backup singer and bajo sexto player José Rodríguez, the duo quickly rose to fame with their signature sound.
Their breakthrough came with the 1970 hit La cosecha, followed by record-breaking norteño classics like El chubasco (1981) and Flor de capomo (1982). Over four decades, Carlos y José released more than 80 recordings, solidifying their place among the most beloved performers of the genre. Though the group disbanded in 2008, their musical legacy lives on through Carlos y José Jr., formed by their grandsons to honor their vibrant tradition.