Tres veces tres
Panteón Rococó · 2004
58 min · 14 tracks · ska
A vibrant fusion of ska rhythms and socially conscious lyrics, pulsating with energy and cultural pride.
Top tracks — play these first
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Madre Candela — The album opener sets the tone with its infectious rhythm and themes of resilience and empowerment, encapsulating the band's ethos.
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La ciudad de la esperanza — This track combines catchy melodies with poignant reflections on hope and community, showcasing the band's ability to blend joy with serious themes.
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Freedomland (Para Luis Güereña) — A tribute to a fallen activist, this song emphasizes social justice while marrying upbeat ska rhythms with heartfelt lyrics.
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Programa especial de Radio Insurgente la voz de los sin voz, la voz del E.Z.L.N. — The lengthy closing track features spoken word elements that highlight the band’s commitment to activism and grassroots movements, reflecting their deep ties to socio-political issues.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong ska compositions with energetic performances but has some uneven pacing.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a brisk tempo, maintaining this pace through the first half before introducing slower songs in the latter part.
- Several tracks feature call-and-response vocals between the lead singer and backing harmonies, creating an interactive feel.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- infectious melodies for celebration
- socially conscious themes to ponder
- dynamic flow with gradual resolution
- vibrant energy for gatherings
- wave-like pacing for dancing
Maybe skip if you
- seeking slow, introspective moments
- prefer standalone tracks over cohesion
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2004, Tres veces tres was Panteón Rococó's fourth studio album, following their 2001 breakthrough, 'Compañeros.' At this point in their career, the band had established themselves as a prominent voice in the Mexican ska scene, blending music with political messages that resonated deeply with their audience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Los Fabulosos Cadillacs· La Vela Puerca· Calle 13
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Madre Candela 3:17
- 2 La ciudad de la esperanza 3:33
- 3 Cosas del ayer (Hoy y siempre) 4:07
- 4 Cumbia del olvido 3:42
- 5 Bajo sombras 3:01
- 6 1993... 4:02
- 7 Buscándote (Paraguayito dub) 4:19
- 8 Freedomland (Para Luis Güereña) 3:10
- 9 Dejando atrás (6x8) 3:45
- 10 Fugaz 4:49
- 11 Reality shock 3:35
- 12 Xeno 4:21
- 13 La palomita 2:44
- 14 Programa especial de Radio Insurgente la voz de los sin voz, la voz del E.Z.L.N. 9:53
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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