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Luzbelito
Patricio Rey y sus Redonditos de Ricota · 1996 · Track 10
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Duración4:49
ÁlbumLuzbelito
Año1996
ISRCAR5CC9600010
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The song Mariposa Pontiac - Rock del país, from the album Luzbelito by Patricio Rey y sus Redonditos de Ricota, stood out for its particular impact on the Argentine rock scene. It was recognized by Rock.com.ar as the third most relevant song in the national genre, underscoring its importance beyond its inclusion in a conceptual album. This album, the eighth in the group's discography, released in July 1996, explored the figure of Luzbelito, a supposed son of the devil, to reflect on the complexities of human beliefs and behaviors from various perspectives. The Argentine edition of Rolling Stone magazine also recognized the album's depth, placing it at number 88 on its list of the 100 best national rock albums.
The production of Luzbelito involved a more extensive process than previous works, requiring the use of multiple recording studios. The sessions took place in locations such as Be Bop in São Paulo, New River, Fort Lauderdale, and El Pie in Buenos Aires, suggesting a detailed sonic search to shape the compositions. The band, led by Carlos Alberto Indio Solari and Skay Beilinson, was characterized by a strong independence from the music industry, promoting their work primarily through word-of-mouth and maintaining a countercultural aesthetic. Their lyrics, laden with metaphors and avant-gardism, along with a mystical stage presence and distinctive graphic productions, consolidated their legacy. Musically, they were distinguished by creative instrumentals, with a prominent guitar weaving riffs and solos in dialogue with the vocals, and the incorporation of instruments such as saxophone, violin, and piano in various songs. The duration of Mariposa Pontiac - Rock del país is 4:50.