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El Ritmo Mundial

Los Fabulosos Cadillacs · 1988

37 min · 11 tracks · ska

A vibrant fusion of ska rhythms and Latin influences, bursting with energetic melodies and socially conscious lyrics.

Why this album works

This album is significant for its role in popularizing ska music in Latin America during the late 1980s. It received critical acclaim and helped cement Los Fabulosos Cadillacs as key figures in the Latin rock movement, leading to increased recognition both regionally and internationally.
Career context
Released in January 1988, 'El Ritmo Mundial' was Los Fabulosos Cadillacs' third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Bolsillo Mágico'. By this time, the band had solidified their unique sound, blending ska with rock and Latin music, which set them apart in the burgeoning Argentine rock scene.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Es tan lejos aquí 3:42
  • 2 Revolution rock Standout 4:55
  • 3 Vasos vacíos Standout 4:37
  • 4 Siempre me hablaste de ella Standout 2:32
  • 5 Botella de humo 2:26
  • 6 Conversación nocturna 3:30
  • 7 Tengo solamente dos maneras de estar cerca del cielo 2:57
  • 8 Más solo que la noche anterior 3:58
  • 9 Nro. 2 en tu lista 3:52
  • 10 Twist y gritos 2:30
  • 11 Te tiraré del altar 2:11

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