La Argentinidad al Palo cover

La Argentinidad al Palo

Bersuit Vergarabat · 2004

55 min · 11 tracks · rock en español

A vibrant fusion of rock and cumbia, encapsulating Argentina's cultural pulse with provocative lyrics and danceable rhythms.

Why this album works

This album achieved notable commercial success, reaching high chart positions in Argentina and earning critical acclaim for its bold exploration of national identity. It played a crucial role in popularizing the murga genre within rock music, influencing both contemporary Argentine artists and the broader Latin American music landscape.
Best for
danceable rhythms for celebration provocative lyrics that engage wave-like pacing with peaks
Context
La Argentinidad al Palo is Bersuit Vergarabat's fifth studio album, released during a period of significant popularity following their breakthrough with the album 'Los Fabulosos Cadillacs' in the late 1990s. By 2004, they had solidified their status as key figures in the Argentine rock en español scene, blending diverse musical influences while addressing social and political themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Aterciopelados· Gustavo Santaolalla· Coti

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Shit Shit Money Money Standout 5:09
  • 2 Porno Star 3:52
  • 3 La oveja negra Standout 4:19
  • 4 Otra sudestada 6:25
  • 5 Zi zi zi 3:30
  • 6 Hecho en Buenos Aires Standout 4:49
  • 7 Mariscal Tito 4:50
  • 8 Y no está solo… 6:45
  • 9 Pájaro negro 4:31
  • 10 Murga de la limousine 2:56
  • 11 El viento trae una copla / Siempre triunfará el amor 8:22

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