What makes Delmar by Los Natas notable?

Delmar received critical acclaim in Argentina and helped cement Los Natas as a significant player in the South American heavy music scene. The album's unique blend of stoner rock elements influenced subsequent bands in the genre and contributed to the burgeoning underground movement during the late '90s. Released in 1998, Delmar is Los Natas' second studio album, following their 1996 debut, El Hombre Montaña. At this point, the band was solidifying their sound and gaining traction within the Argentine stoner rock scene.

Delmar works well if you're into hypnotic riffs for deep focus, expansive soundscapes for relaxation and strolling through sunlit landscapes.

How many songs are on Delmar?

Delmar has 10 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.

Delmar

Los Natas · 1998

49 min · 10 tracks · stoner rock

Heavy, fuzz-laden guitars weave through hypnotic rhythms, creating a dreamy landscape of stoner rock textures.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Samurai — Opening with an aggressive yet melodic riff, this track sets the tone for the album's exploration of heavy grooves intertwined with psychedelic influences.
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Soma — This song features intricate guitar work and a sprawling structure that exemplifies the band's ability to craft expansive soundscapes while maintaining a focused intensity.
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Delmar — The title track encapsulates the essence of the album with its atmospheric instrumentation and reflective lyrics, showcasing the band's lyrical depth alongside their musical prowess.
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I Love You — This track combines heartfelt lyrics with a driving rhythm, illustrating Los Natas’ skill in balancing emotional vulnerability with heavy instrumentation.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

57 /100

Foothills

Higher than 48% of albums we've rated

Delmar showcases solid stoner rock elements with a cohesive sound but doesn't reach the heights of genre-defining works.

What we noticed

The album features extended instrumental sections, with several tracks exceeding six minutes, allowing for gradual build-ups and explorations of sound.
Guitar riffs are heavily distorted and layered, creating a dense wall of sound that is complemented by repetitive drum patterns.
Vocals are often delivered in a subdued manner, blending into the instrumentation rather than standing out, which enhances the hypnotic quality of the music.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 4/10

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

hypnotic riffs for deep focus
expansive soundscapes for relaxation
strolling through sunlit landscapes
meditative journeys with layered sounds

Maybe skip if you

seeking fast-paced excitement
prefering concise, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1998, Delmar is Los Natas' second studio album, following their 1996 debut, El Hombre Montaña. At this point, the band was solidifying their sound and gaining traction within the Argentine stoner rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors: Sleep· Electric Wizard· Kyuss

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Samurai 5:08
2 1980 2:39
3 Trilogía 5:42
4 I Love You 5:31
5 Soma 6:48
6 Muxcortoi 2:59
7 Delmar 4:02
8 Windblows 5:05
9 Negro 5:38
10 Alberto Migré 6:12

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