Patria cover

Released 50 years ago

Patria

Quilapayún · 1976

52 min · 16 tracks · nueva canción chilena · nueva canción

A vibrant tapestry of folk melodies interwoven with poignant political messages and rich harmonies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • poignant narratives of resilience
  • rich harmonies for communal listening
  • political themes that provoke thought
  • vibrant melodies for group sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking fast-paced entertainment
  • prefer standalone catchy singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1976, 'Patria' is an important entry in Quilapayún's discography, following their earlier works that established them as key figures in the nueva canción movement. This album comes at a tumultuous time in Chilean history, just before the military coup that would reshape the country and its music scene. It showcases their commitment to social justice through music during a period of extreme political unrest.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Mi patria 4:01
  • 2 El paso del ñandú 2:12
  • 3 Te recuerdo Amanda 4:29
  • 4 Vals de Colombes 2:17
  • 5 ¿Dónde están? 3:28
  • 6 Canto Negro 3:13
  • 7 Ventolera 2:19
  • 8 Oguere 3:47
  • 9 Padre, hermano y camarada 4:06
  • 10 Machu Pichu 3:09
  • 11 Recitativo y cueca autobiográfica 2:23
  • 12 Un son para Cuba 3:50
  • 13 Continuará nuestra lucha 2:55
  • 14 Angola 3:02
  • 15 Libertad libertad 3:12
  • 16 Patria de multitudes 4:35

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