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Luzbelito
Patricio Rey y sus Redonditos de Ricota · 1996 · Track 11
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Duración7:09
ÁlbumLuzbelito
Año1996
ISRCAR5CC9600011
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The story behind
This song, Lost Toys, has a depth that invites multiple interpretations. On one hand, it has been interpreted as a call for youth to commit to their ideals and the fight for freedom throughout life. But also, and very movingly, it has been suggested that it could be a tribute to loved ones who are no longer with us, specifically mentioning the case of Walter Bulacio, who passed away in 1991 after a concert by Patricio Rey at the Estadio Obras Sanitarias, at the hands of police forces. The piece, which runs for just over seven minutes, was composed by Skay Beilinson and Indio Solari.
The song is part of Luzbelito, the eighth studio album by Patricio Rey y sus Redonditos de Ricota, released in July 1996. This album, conceived as a conceptual work exploring human ambiguities through the figure of a fictional son of the devil, required a more extensive recording process than previous works. Several studios were used, including Be Bop in São Paulo, New River in Fort Lauderdale, and El Pie in Buenos Aires. The Argentine edition of Rolling Stone magazine recognized the album's importance, placing it among the 100 best albums of national rock. The band, originally from La Plata and led by Carlos Alberto Indio Solari and Skay Beilinson, was characterized by its independence and for building its own aesthetic in Argentine rock, achieving a great connection with its audience without relying on traditional media, promoting their concerts mainly through word of mouth.