Show Date: Fri. December 24, 1999
Show #75
Argentina - volume 5



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Playlist:
# Artist Song (click to play) Album Year CD label
1 Crusis Pollo frito Los Delirios Del Mariscal 1976 Record Runner
Their second and last album. This one is mostly instrumental. The music is complex and the band is very tight. The band is clearly influenced by Gentle Giant and early Camel in style, but the compositions are completely original. One of the best bands from Argentina.
 
2 Invisible Pleamar de Aguilas Durazno Sangrando 1975 Sony / Columbia
A pleasant reflective album featuring Argentina's famous Luis Alberto Spinetta on guitar. Long tracks, mostly instrumental. Some elements of fusion.
 
3 Horizonte Proximo abismo Senales Sin Edad 1979 Mardel-X
Excellent symphonic whose primary influence is probably Los Jaivas. The album is available on a 2-fer CD with their first album which is also very good. Highly recommended for those who want to hear great progressive music with a strong mix of South American folk music.
 
4 Eternidad Ciudad mirame Apertuna 1977 Mardel-X
Reminds me more of US southern rock bands like Poco or Illinois Speed Press. Comparable to Sui Generis. Vocal harmonies play a key part in the music. It seems the songs could have been worked on a little more as many of the transitions do not flow very well and seem forced.
 
5 Bubu Suenos de Maniqui Anabelas 1978 Music Hall
A masterpiece of 3 long tracks. Perhaps the best progressive album from Argentina. The CD is pretty scarce, so you may want to snap it up if you can find it. In addition to the usual rock instruments, flute, violin, and saxophone are included. The music is mostly instrumental and at times reminds me of the French band Carpe Diem. Comparable to some early 70's Zappa albums. Highly recommended, if you can find it.
 


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