El Poder del Norte (The Power of the North) is a Mexican musical group, and was formed in 1987 in Monterrey.It was formed by the brothers Buenrostro: Arturo, the accordionist, and Martin, the drummer.In their first few years, they were known as Los Pioneros Del Norte.They were given an electric drum, which they used for their cumbias. The Arturo's brother, Martin, also composes songs, such as "Buenos dias California" and "Ni que valieras tanto".