Malas compañías cover

Malas compañías

Joaquín Sabina · 1980

38 min · 10 tracks · folk · trova

A poetic blend of folk, rock, and pop that captures the complexities of urban life in Spain.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective journey
  • urban storytelling with poetic flair
  • candid observations of city life
  • evening relaxation with friends
  • thought-provoking lyrics for introspection

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy dance tracks
  • prefer instant gratification tunes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1980, 'Malas compañías' was Joaquín Sabina's debut album, marking his emergence in the Spanish music scene after years of performing in bars and cafes. At this point in his career, he was still relatively unknown but began to establish himself as a songwriter with a distinctive voice and lyrical depth.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Calle Melancolía 4:30
  • 2 Qué demasiao (Una canción para el Jaro) 3:32
  • 3 Carguen, apunten, fuego 3:45
  • 4 Gulliver 3:51
  • 5 Círculos viciosos 4:05
  • 6 Pongamos que hablo de Madrid 4:08
  • 7 Manual para héroes o canallas 3:14
  • 8 Bruja 4:30
  • 9 Mi amigo Satán 4:20
  • 10 Pasándolo bien 2:40

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