Argentino: a wave of new sounds
The end of the year bursts forth with ferocious creativity. While December approaches and 2024 gracefully bids adieu, the music scene ignites with fresh energy.
October’s echoes
While technically not an October release, Rancixs Club’s EP Uteri Vomitando deserves recognition. An uncompromising sonic attack, this punk outing from the Argentinian band hits hard. No sugar-coating or apologies – just pure, visceral punk rock. On the 22nd, Valu Kiss brought the heat with "GM OVR" stocking the grooves dripping with energy. The track, produced alongside El Pricha and Franco “Kaco” Cornacchione, sees the artist unleashing a fusion of groove and passion.
Belun surprised fans with "Tanto dulce." Despite its summery façade, this lo-fi, psychedelic folk track, taps into depths often missed by fleeting, summer romances. In a bold move, Belun opted for an unconventional release strategy, offering the album "Eternocelección" exclusively on Instagram, choosing to bypass traditional platforms.
November’s compass points
Prizzila launched into November with the bold allure of "Ojo malo." Produced by Gastón Di Nardo, it weaves together elements of soul and urban beats, kissed with the nostalgic shimmer of 2000s pop.
Salma Nair unveiled the poignant "Si hablas de mí." The melancholic bolero, imbued with a retro charm, marks a fresh chapter in the multi-talented artist’s musical exploration, which includes her signature guitar work with Los Caligaris. This release was accompanied by a beautiful studio footage following the song’s origins.
Trio Siva¹, who’ve been strategically releasing their latest EP in segments, flooded the airwaves with "Influencer," following October’s sneak peek, "Temporada," squeezing maximum excitement as they build toward the third EP release.
The “OG’s” I Griega dropped an acoustic rendition of “Voy ahora,” adding a raw, intimate touch to their percussive original. “Señal”, their second offering signaled their debut LP release, to be followed by another track.
Celina Contigiani and Ariel Luna bring forth a journey through the profound with the debut album Plenilunio. Each track reveals meticulous crafting, weaving through thoughtful pop, making it an instant repositioning of sonic landscapes.
Irmanas, explosively navigating onto the scene, dropped the debut album No Digas Nada Más Que…. This powerful debut unfolds rock and weave psychedelia, drawing a voice too vibrant to ignore.
Viejasound (formerly of Lautremont) uses “Basura”, introducing the world to founder member’s introspective journey with his solo adventure Lumen. Using ambient textures, electronically shrouding the world in named sonic artistry. On the 15th, O-Bri Noise offered the last installment of Ain’t never mind (This trio brought the vulnerability reflected from not just single-handedly offered three simultaneous releases, Botellas, Mal讓我們找到關於us regarding loneliness. The same
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## Argentino: A New Wave of Sound
**Host:** Welcome back to the show! Today we’re diving into the vibrant Argentinian music scene which is exploding with fresh energy as 2024 comes to a close. Joining us is music journalist, Alex Reed, who’s been on the front lines, witnessing this exciting wave firsthand. Alex Reed, thanks for being here!
**Alex Reed:** Thanks for having me! It’s a truly exciting time to be following Argentinian music.
**Host:** Absolutely! Let’s jump right in. We saw some incredible releases in October. Rancixs Club’s EP *Uteri Vomitando* is making waves. Tell us about it.
**Alex Reed:** *Uteri Vomitando* is a pure punk rock assault! No holding back, just raw energy and uncompromising sound. It’s definitely not for the faint of heart, but if you love your punk loud and aggressive, this is it.
**Host:** And we can’t forget Valu Kiss’s “GM OVR”.
**Alex Reed:** “GM OVR” is a fusion of groove and passion. It’s got this infectious energy that you can’t help but move to. The production is top-notch as well, with El Pricha and Franco “Kaco” Cornacchione really bringing out the best in Valu Kiss’s sound.
**Host:** Belun also surprised us with “Tanto Dulce”. What makes this track stand out?
**Alex Reed:** Don’t let the summery vibes fool you, “Tanto Dulce” is a deceptively deep track. It’s a lo-fi, psychedelic folk song that explores the complexities of fleeting summer romances. Belun also chose a unique release strategy, dropping the entire album *Eternocelección* exclusively on Instagram. It’s a bold move that shows they’re not afraid to break the mold.
**Host:** Moving into November, Prizzila delivered “Ojo malo”. Tell us about this one.
**Alex Reed:** Prizzila’s “Ojo malo” is a captivating blend of soul, urban beats, and 2000s pop nostalgia. Gastón Di Nardo’s production really adds a special touch, creating a sound that’s both familiar and fresh.
**Host:** And we have Salma Nair. Can you tell us about her latest release?
**Alex Reed:** Salma Nair…
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