Por Lo Menos Hoy
No Te Va Gustar · 2010
51 min · 12 tracks · rock music
A vibrant fusion of rock, reggae, and cumbia that captures the essence of contemporary Latin American music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ángel con campera — This opening track sets a reflective tone with its catchy melody and poignant lyrics about longing and nostalgia, encapsulating the album's themes.
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Cero a la izquierda — With its infectious rhythm and engaging chorus, this track highlights the band's skill in blending rock with elements of cumbia, making it a crowd favorite.
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Los indiferentes — The lyrical depth and social commentary in this song showcase the band's commitment to addressing relevant issues through their music while maintaining a compelling sound.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends rock, reggae, and cumbia effectively while maintaining a distinct Latin American sound.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong reggae influence in 'Ángel con campera', which sets a lively tone that persists through the first half.
- Tracks like 'Cero a la izquierda' and 'Chau' feature prominent brass sections, enhancing the cumbia elements woven throughout.
- The tempo varies significantly, with several tracks maintaining a danceable rhythm while others slow down for introspective moments, particularly in 'Memorias del olvido'.
- The final track, 'El equilibrista', concludes the album with a reflective tone, contrasting the energetic start.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- poignant themes of personal growth
- thoughtful lyrics for deep listening
- vibrant energy for group settings
Maybe skip if you
- seek instant gratification tracks
- prefer fast-paced music only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2010, 'Por Lo Menos Hoy' is No Te Va Gustar's fifth studio album, showcasing their evolution after achieving significant recognition with their previous album 'El Tiempo es Corto.' At this point in their career, the band was expanding their sonic palette while solidifying their position in the Latin rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- La Vela Puerca· Los Piojos· Babasónicos
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Los indiferentes
A shift occurs where the vocalist directly addresses societal apathy with an urgent plea for awareness.
This direct engagement with listeners contrasts the more introspective tones elsewhere on the album, emphasizing a collective responsibility.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ángel con campera 4:40
- 2 Cero a la izquierda 4:10
- 3 Chau 4:57
- 4 Con el viento 1:57
- 5 Arde 4:36
- 6 Los indiferentes 4:50
- 7 Volar 5:24
- 8 Tu defecto es el mío 3:06
- 9 Memorias del olvido 4:57
- 10 Con la misma vara 3:30
- 11 Nunca más a mi lado 3:31
- 12 El equilibrista 5:32
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