Arca

Venezuela

"A dense tapestry of rhythm and texture unfolds through erratic shifts in pace and emotional intensity, anchored by layered beats that pulse with both urgency and introspection."

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KICK ii

2021

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Career Arc

Arca's discography from 2006 to 2022

2006 2014 2022

All Clear (2006) The Reddest Ruby (2009) Stretch 2 (2012) &&&&& (2013) Xen (2014) Mutant (2015) Sheep (2015) Monstruosidad (2015) Front Load (2015) EN (2015) Soichiro (2015) Vanity (2015) Entrañas (2016) Sin Rumbo (2016) Arca (2017) Desafío (2017) Saunter (2017) Reverie (2017) Anoche (2017) Piel (2017)

Arca reshapes the landscape of modern music by embracing the fluidity of identity and emotion, carving out a space where sound becomes a vessel for personal and cultural expression.

Arca reshapes the landscape of modern music by embracing the fluidity of identity and emotion, carving out a space where sound becomes a vessel for personal and cultural expression. By challenging traditional structures and expectations, Arca’s work invites listeners to confront their own experiences and perceptions, fostering a community that thrives on vulnerability and transformation. With an innovative approach to production, Arca merges the visceral with the cerebral, employing a palette of textures that can shift from industrial grit to delicate warmth. This sonic experimentation is often underscored by an embrace of chaos, revealing how dissonance can coexist with beauty, creating an exhilarating tension that keeps audiences engaged and guessing. The artist's performances amplify this explorative spirit, offering immersive experiences that blur the line between concert and art installation. Lyrically, Arca frequently delves into themes of queerness, love, loss, and self-discovery, weaving narratives that are both intimate and expansive. The writing oscillates between stark honesty and poetic abstraction, often employing impressionistic imagery to evoke visceral responses rather than straightforward storytelling. This approach creates a sense of immediacy that resonates deeply, inviting listeners to reflect on their own journeys while navigating complex emotions.

Full discography

Arca's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

40 releases • 14 albums • 2 EPS • 2006–2022

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Albums ()

kiCK iiiii

2021

kick iiii

2021

KicK iii

2021

KICK ii

2021

Riquiquí;Bronze-Instances(1-100)

2020

KiCk i

2020

Arca

2017

Entrañas

2016

Mutant

2015

Sheep

2015

Xen

2014

&&&&&

2013

The Reddest Ruby

2009

All Clear

2006

EPs ()

Madre

2021

Stretch 2

2012

Singles ()

El Alma Que Te Trajo

2022

Cayó

2022

Queer

2021

Electra Rex

2021

Prada / Rakata

2021

Born Yesterday

2021

Incendio

2021

Knot

2020

KLK

2020

Mequetrefe

2020

Time

2020

Nonbinary

2020

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2020

Desafío

2017

Saunter

2017

Reverie

2017

Anoche

2017

Piel

2017

Sin Rumbo

2016

Monstruosidad

2015

Front Load

2015

EN

2015

Soichiro

2015

Vanity

2015

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Arca sound like?

A dense tapestry of rhythm and texture unfolds through erratic shifts in pace and emotional intensity, anchored by layered beats that pulse with both urgency and introspection. Rooted in neoperreo. Start with KICK ii.

What is the best Arca album to start with?

The best album to start with is "KICK ii" (2021). It's the most representative of what makes Arca worth hearing.

Who is Arca for?

If you're into neoperreo, Arca is worth your time. A dense tapestry of rhythm and texture unfolds through erratic shifts in pace and emotional intensity, anchored by layered beats that pulse with both urgency and introspection.

How many albums does Arca have?

Arca has 40 releases in their discography, including 14 albums and 2 EPs.

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