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La cultura de la basura

Los Prisioneros · 1987

57 min · 14 tracks · new wave · pop rock · punk

A sharp blend of punk and new wave that critiques societal norms with biting irony and infectious melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, punchy listening bursts
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • thought-provoking lyrical themes
  • infectious melodies and hooks

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — Established Los Prisioneros as a significant voice in Chilean rock.
Themes
Pinochet-era dissent· consumerism critique· marginalized identity
Career context
La cultura de la basura is Los Prisioneros' debut album, released in 1987 when the band was emerging as a significant voice in Chilean rock. This album marked their entry into the music scene at a time when Chile was under Pinochet's dictatorship, allowing them to express dissent through their music while gaining popularity.
Stylistic neighbors
La Ley· Soda Stereo· Fobia
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Los Prisioneros — Continues the punk and new wave energy with further societal critiques.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Canción Animal by Soda Stereo — Shares a biting critique of societal norms with an infectious new wave sound.
El León by Los Fabulosos Cadillacs — Blends punk influences with sharp social commentary and catchy melodies, echoing similar dissent.
London Calling by The Clash — Combines punk rock energy with socio-political themes, mirroring the same spirit of rebellion.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "De la cultura de la basura".

  • 1 Somos sólo ruido 1:23
  • 2 De la cultura de la basura Start here 3:09
  • 3 Que no destrocen tu vida 4:14
  • 4 Usted y su ambición 3:48
  • 5 Cuando te vayas 4:53
  • 6 Jugar a la guerra 4:39
  • 7 Algo tan moderno 4:48
  • 8 Maldito sudaca 2:17
  • 9 Lo estamos pasando muy bien 5:49
  • 10 Él es mi ídolo 4:20
  • 11 El vals 3:09
  • 12 Otro día 4:37
  • 13 Pa pa pa 3:32
  • 14 Poder elegir 7:05

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