Fabulosos Calavera
Los Fabulosos Cadillacs · 1997
61 min · 15 tracks · ska
A vibrant fusion of ska rhythms and Latin influences, celebrating joy with a touch of the macabre.
Why this album works
'Fabulosos Calavera' achieved commercial success, reaching high chart positions in several Latin American countries. The album's blend of genres influenced countless artists within the Latin ska movement and helped to popularize ska music beyond its traditional boundaries.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with joyful peaks wave-like pacing for exploration celebratory rhythms with macabre themes
- Context
- Released in 1997, 'Fabulosos Calavera' was Los Fabulosos Cadillacs' fifth studio album, marking a significant moment in their career as they gained widespread recognition across Latin America. This album followed their breakthrough release 'El León', showcasing their evolving sound and solidifying their position as leading figures in the ska and rock en español scenes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chris de Burgh· Enanitos Verdes· Charly García· Fito Páez· León Gieco· Andrés Calamaro· Fabiana Cantilo· Luis Alberto Spinetta
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 El muerto Standout 4:07
- 2 Surfer calavera 4:36
- 3 El carnicero de giles / sueño 3:41
- 4 Sábato 4:41
- 5 Howen 2:31
- 6 A amigo J.V. 5:07
- 7 Hoy lloré canción Standout 4:01
- 8 Calaveras y diablitos Standout 4:24
- 9 Il pajarito 3:18
- 10 Niño diamante 6:00
- 11 Piazzolla 4:21
- 12 Amnesia 2:28
- 13 A.D.R.B. (en busca eterna) 6:03
- 14 Surfer calavera (radio edit) 3:56
- 15 Howen (radio edit) 2:05
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