Los Straitjackets, a masked marvel of instrumental rock, blend reverb-drenched guitars with Lucha Libre flair, drawing inspiration from veteran acts like the Ventures and Dick Dale. With their crisp guitar work, no-nonsense rhythm section, and sense of humor, the band has collaborated with vocalists such as Nick Lowe and Big Sandy, releasing albums that span swingin' '60s pop, Christmas themes, and Latin rock & roll. Formed in Nashville in 1988, the band initially retired before returning as a quartet with a new visual gimmick of Mexican wrestling masks, gaining popularity with their retro-instrumental style and signing to Yep Roc Records.

Los Straitjackets continued to evolve their sound, adding a third guitarist and experimenting with different themes and collaborations over the years. From honoring instrumental hits to backing up legendary musicians like Eddy "The Chief" Clearwater, the band's blend of surf rock and humor has garnered critical acclaim. With a knack for reinventing popular TV show themes and collaborating with artists like Nick Lowe, Los Straitjackets have solidified their place in the instrumental rock scene, culminating in the rollicking "Indoor Safari" album in 2024.