Top tracks — play these first
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Balada del diablo y la muerte — This track showcases a compelling narrative about the struggle between life and death, blending storytelling with powerful instrumentation that captures the band's essence.
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A la carga mi rocanrol — An anthem of defiance and energy, this song exemplifies La Renga's hard rock sound while inviting listeners to embrace the spirit of rock and roll.
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Hablando de la libertad — This track conveys profound themes of freedom through its poignant lyrics and dynamic arrangement, reflecting the socio-political climate of Argentina at the time.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends energetic rock with introspective lyrics, showcasing La Renga's distinct sound within Argentine rock.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down in the latter tracks.
- Several songs feature a call-and-response vocal style, creating an engaging dynamic between the lead singer and backing vocals.
- The lyrics often juxtapose personal introspection with broader social themes, adding depth to the raw musical energy.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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 mid-tempo reflective journeys
- impassioned anthems for rebellion
- raw guitar-driven emotional release
- thoughtful lyrics for introspective moments
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer short standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1996, Despedazado por Mil Partes is La Renga's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough record, La Renga. By this point, the band had solidified their presence in the Argentine rock scene, known for their powerful performances and rebellious themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Los Piojos· Attaque 77· Catupecu Machu
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Desnudo para siempre (o despedazado por mil partes) 4:08
- 2 A la carga mi rocanrol 3:46
- 3 El final es en donde partí 4:36
- 4 Balada del diablo y la muerte 5:36
- 5 Cuándo vendrán 4:21
- 6 Psilocybe mexicana 5:36
- 7 Paja brava 6:01
- 8 Lo frágil de la locura 4:19
- 9 Veneno 4:08
- 10 El viento que todo empuja 5:21
- 11 Hablando de la libertad 6:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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