La Revancha del Tango
Gotan Project · 2001
59 min · 10 tracks · electronic · trip hop · dub music
A vibrant fusion of tango rhythms with electronic beats and jazz influences creates a contemporary soundscape.
Why this album works
The album received critical acclaim for its innovative approach to blending genres, reaching the top of various European charts. It significantly influenced the nu tango movement, reshaping perceptions of Argentine music in global contexts and earning multiple awards, including a nomination at the Victoires de la Musique.
- Best for
- steady rhythmic journeys immersive listening experiences contemplative evening atmospheres
- Context
- La Revancha del Tango marked Gotan Project's debut album, released in 2001. At this juncture, the trio was introducing a new genre that blended traditional tango with modern electronic music, setting the stage for their subsequent projects.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jazzanova· St Germain· Bonobo
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Queremos paz Standout 5:19
- 2 Época 4:32
- 3 Chunga’s Revenge 5:06
- 4 Tríptico 8:30
- 5 Santa María (del Buen Ayre) Standout 6:01
- 6 Una música brutal 4:15
- 7 El capitalismo foráneo 6:16
- 8 Last Tango in Paris Standout 5:54
- 9 La del ruso 6:26
- 10 Vuelvo al sur 6:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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