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Pedro Guerra

When you immerse yourself in the music of Pedro Guerra, you encounter a sound that has deep roots in the folklore of the Canary Islands, but expands with a fascinating openness towards Latin American and North African rhythms. His proposal, beyond being a simple singer-songwriter, is an intelligent fusion that draws from different musical traditions, creating its own language. From a young age, his connection with the guitar was evident, and that passion led him to study at the Higher Conservatory of Music in Tenerife. At sixteen, he was already taking to local stages, sharing his talent at popular island festivals, sometimes alongside renowned figures like Luis Eduardo Aute and well-known Canarian groups.

A turning point in his career was the formation of Taller Canario de Canción in 1985, along with other musicians from the island. This project allowed him to explore a more collective and experimental vein, fusing Canarian folklore with a variety of styles ranging from rock and pop to reggae. The lyrics from this period often addressed social, environmental, and pacifist themes, reflecting a commitment to his surroundings and the world. After this phase, in 1993, Pedro Guerra made the move to Madrid to begin his solo career, a step that opened doors to collaborations with a long list of recognized artists in Spain.

1960s

2 Albums

27 Songs

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Cuídame

El Marido de la peluquera

Golosinas

Contamíname

Golosinas

Biografía

Golosinas · 1995

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Dibujos animados

Golosinas · 1995

4:26 06

Hay mil maneras de derrotar a un hombre

Golosinas · 1995

4:06 07

Golosinas

Golosinas · 1995

4:03 08

Rap/a/duras penas

Golosinas · 1995

2:27 09

Dos mil recuerdos

Golosinas · 1995

3:01 10

Todo es desorden

Golosinas · 1995

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Golosinas · 1995

Contamíname

Golosinas

Cuídame

Deseo

Golosinas · 1995

Dibujos animados

Golosinas · 1995

Dos mil recuerdos

Golosinas · 1995

El Marido de la peluquera

Golosinas

En nombre de la vida

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Gafas de Lennon

Golosinas · 1995

Golosinas

Golosinas · 1995

Greta

Golosinas · 1995

Hay mil maneras de derrotar a un hombre

Golosinas · 1995

Hazlos reír

Golosinas · 1995

Hechos de gente

Golosinas · 1995

La fe del carbonero

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Malditos benditos/Benditos malditos

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Matar las tardes

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Mujer que no tendré

Golosinas · 1995

Peter Pan

Golosinas · 1995

Puntos suspensivos

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Que no llevan a Roma

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Rap/a/duras penas

Golosinas · 1995

Rayas

Golosinas · 1995

Sin puntos ni comas

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Sirva de precedente

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Todo es desorden

Golosinas · 1995

2 album|s · 1995 — 2016

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14 de ciento volando de 14

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1995 ★ Essential

Golosinas

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Biography

His first solo album, Golosinas, arrived in 1995, recorded live, and contained the well-known song Contamíname. Artistic recognition was consolidated with Mararía, released in 1998. For this work, he received a nomination from the Academy of Cinematographic Arts and Sciences of Spain and won the award for Best Film Score at the Music Awards. In 1999, with Raíz, Guerra once again explored Canarian sonorities, also incorporating socially themed songs. Later, in 2001, he presented Ofrenda, an album that celebrated musical mestizaje, fusing influences from diverse origins. His music, over the years, has demonstrated a constant search for connection, both in his compositions and in his participation in solidarity events, such as the concert to raise funds for the victims of the volcanic eruption in La Palma in 2022.