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Los Huayra

From the province of Catamarca, Los Huayra emerged in 1995, cultivating a sound that blended folk music with a ballad-like sensibility. Their musical proposal drew from Argentine roots but with a fresh perspective that attracted diverse audiences. From the beginning, they actively participated in festivals across Argentina, such as those in Salta, Jujuy, Tucumán, and Córdoba, gaining ground and recognition with each performance.

A key moment in their career came during the 2002-2003 season, when Los Nocheros became their mentors, opening doors and allowing them to share the stage on a tour through the country’s interior. This experience undoubtedly brought them visibility and solidified their presence in the music scene. By 2004, they had earned the award for Best New Artist at the prestigious Jesús María Festival, a milestone that marked their growth.

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In 2005, they released their self-titled debut album, an independent production that reflected their identity and took two years to develop. This work included original compositions and tackled themes ranging from romance to social messages, defining a distinctive "huayra style." The album also featured interpretations of songs by artists like Horacio Guarany and Carlitos Gardel. Later, in 2007, they released La voz del viento, a record that included their most famous song, Una noche sin tí, and notable collaborations with artists such as El Chaqueño Palavecino, Los Nocheros, Juan Carlos Saravia, and Polo Román.

The journey of Los Huayra continued with releases like Código de Barro in 2008, which included songs like Si te vas. The following year, in 2009, they received the Consagración Artist award at the Cosquín Festival, a recognition of their career. In 2011, they released the albums Pueblo and Misa Criolla, the latter earning them a Gardel Award in 2012. Their foray into live formats materialized in 2013 with the release of Vivo.

Their final studio album, Gira, released in 2016 and produced by Rafa Arcaute, was presented at the Teatro Ópera Allianz in Buenos Aires. This album received nominations for Best Folk Album and Producer of the Year at the Latin Grammy Awards. The band concluded their journey in 2019, with members taking different paths: Juan Fuentes embarked on a solo career, while Juan José Vasconcellos, Sebastián Giménez, and Hernando Mónico formed a new musical project.

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