Un Cuarto de Siglo
129 min · 30 tracks · rock music
Energetic rock anthems collide with sharp social commentary, embodying the spirit of Mexican youth culture in the late 20th century.
Top tracks — play these first
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Oye Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Que viva el rocanrol — This track serves as an anthem for rock enthusiasts, celebrating the genre's impact on culture and identity. Its infectious energy captures El Tri's essence.
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Indocumentado — Addressing themes of immigration and social justice, this song resonates deeply with listeners facing similar struggles, showcasing El Tri's commitment to poignant storytelling.
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Santa Martha — With its powerful narrative on prison life, this track illustrates El Tri's ability to weave personal experiences into broader societal commentary, emphasizing their role as musical storytellers.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of energetic tracks
- playful anthems for group sing-alongs
- varied pacing with reflective moments
- cathartic release through lively rhythms
- late-night gatherings with friends
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- seek smooth, consistent flows
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established their reputation and commercial success in rock music in Mexico.
- Career context
- Released in 1993, Un Cuarto de Siglo marked El Tri's 25th anniversary and solidified their status as rock icons in Mexico. This album came after their influential record, La Historia (1990), showcasing a more mature sound while retaining their rebellious spirit.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Café Tacvba· Panteón Rococó· Los Tigres del Norte
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Indocumentado
A shift from personal longing to collective struggle marks a turning point in the narrative.
This transition emphasizes the broader implications of immigration, moving beyond individual experience to highlight shared societal challenges.
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Oye Start here 2:41
- 2 Inyecciones 3:13
- 3 San Juanico 6:24
- 4 Vicioso 3:06
- 5 Dificil 2:51
- 6 No puedo dejar de chupar 3:00
- 7 Santa Martha 4:22
- 8 Chilango incomprendido 3:05
- 9 El hablador 3:53
- 10 Tomate la foto 4:00
- 11 Que viva el rocanrol 4:18
- 12 Igual pa todos 4:59
- 13 El semental 3:02
- 14 El boogie de El Tri 6:14
- 15 La encuerada de Avandao 2:58
- 16 Viejas de vecindad 5:01
Disc 2
- 1 Sara 4:25
- 2 Tirando a matar 4:03
- 3 El niño sin amor 6:03
- 4 Es lo mejor 3:59
- 5 Presta 3:50
- 6 Indocumentado 4:44
- 7 FZ. 10 3:47
- 8 Abuso de autoridad 2:20
- 9 Pobre soñador 4:22
- 10 Ya me voy 3:43
- 11 Triste canción 5:37
- 12 ADO 8:46
- 13 No le hagas caso 2:36
- 14 Chavo de onda 7:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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