A Contraluz
La Vela Puerca · 2004
57 min · 14 tracks · rock music
A vibrant blend of rock and reggae-infused melodies, underscored by reflective lyrics and dynamic instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Va a escampar — This track encapsulates the band's signature fusion of rock with reggae influences, featuring uplifting themes about hope and resilience amidst adversity.
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Sin palabras — With its evocative lyrics and melodic structure, this song showcases the band's ability to blend emotional depth with catchy rhythms, making it a fan favorite.
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Haciéndose pasar por luz — This track stands out for its introspective lyrics that explore themes of identity and perception, highlighting La Vela Puerca's lyrical maturity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and vibrant instrumentation but lacks the depth for lasting impact.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a lively tone, followed by several songs that maintain a consistent tempo before introducing slower, reflective pieces in the second half.
- Many tracks feature layered instrumentation, blending rock guitar riffs with reggae rhythms and brass sections, creating a rich soundscape.
- The lyrics often shift between personal introspection and social commentary, with several tracks employing call-and-response vocal patterns.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- introspective reflective moments
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2004, La Vela Puerca was solidifying their reputation in the Latin rock scene with 'A Contraluz', their third studio album. Following the successful releases of 'La Vela Puerca' (1996) and 'Deberías' (2001), this album marked their continued evolution as they expanded their sound and thematic depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Los Piojos· Babasónicos· Catupecu Machu
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Va a escampar
The bridge shifts from a sense of despair to an uplifting declaration of hope, symbolizing change on the horizon.
This moment marks a pivotal transformation in the narrative, contrasting earlier melancholy with newfound optimism.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Llenos de magia 3:52
- 2 Sin palabras 3:22
- 3 Dice 5:06
- 4 De atar 4:04
- 5 Va a escampar 4:41
- 6 Escobas 3:59
- 7 Clarobscuro 5:08
- 8 Zafar 4:22
- 9 Caldo precoz 3:27
- 10 Haciéndose pasar por luz 3:24
- 11 En el limbo 4:42
- 12 Un frasco 4:41
- 13 Doble filo 3:07
- 14 A lo verde 3:13
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