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4/2/04 • Vol. 128, No. 29

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Q & A with Helena Ochoa

Q & A with Helena Ochoa

At just 19 years old, this R & B singer has already opened for Snoop Dogg and made the top 100 of American Idol

While some people might still snicker if you mentioned the words ‘Fresno,’ ‘music’ and ‘scene’ in one sentence, it would be in their own interest to actually investigate what lies beneath the aged stereotype of this city. With Esquire ranking Fresno as one of the “Top 10 Cities That Rock” in a recent poll and the sheer volume of new bands popping up, it would appear Fresno is finally getting some recognition for its vibrant music scene that has been gathering momentum for some time. And it isn’t just about rock and roll.More>>

Singer Helena Ochoa may only be a 19-year-old music major at Fresno State, but she is sharing the stage with music stars like Snoop Dogg and Baby Bash.