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Argentina

By Juampa Barbero /indie today

February was a month full of emotions, songs and a great display of musical events. The Argentine scene showed all its versatility with the most varied releases, but united by the same enthusiasm and summer spirit. Below is our list of recommended releases.

Ibiza Pareo has put an end to the wait of his fans: the brand new successor of Let's dance together (2018) is already with us. Consisting of eight songs, Crisis of love (2022) was produced by themselves and released by Geiser Discos. Brian Iele was in charge of the mixing and mastering of the duo's third album; except for its previews, it was released by Geiser Discos. Here and now by Alejandro Paz and Tecnovia by Gustavo Iglesias.

Lara91k presented his long-awaited first album as a soloist. Throughout 20 songs, As before The album permeates a nostalgic feeling over a wide range of sounds that go from pop punk to indie rock, without losing the urban style that characterizes the former member of Coral Casino. Produced by Percii, the album also features collaborations with Santiago Motorizado, Saramalacara, Duki, Paco Amoroso and Dinastía.

After earning a place on the national stage single after single, Six Sex released their second EP through Dale Play Records. Area 69 was produced by her loyal collaborator La Finesse and consists of six songs. The raventón promoter was in charge of gathering her releases in the same repertoire to encourage intense perreo on the dance floor by unleashing a fierce fire.

Peta D'Agostino premiered The good thing about time and decisionshis second album under the name of Ex-Colorado. Preceded by But don't forget that..., Living on dreams and Omnithe successor to Seven Seas (2017) is composed of seven songs that radiate sounds reminiscent of krautrock and contemplative dream pop. It was recorded at Moloko, studio that hosted a large part of the national indie scene.

I want it now closes a very special stage for Telescopios, as revealed by its members on social networks. Having previously captivated us with the singles I will continue and all from afarthe Cordovan group sets the course for their next album. The single was produced by Bernardo Ferrón and Rodrigo Molina, and was released together with a cinematographic audiovisual piece directed by Joaquín Ferrón.

"In the current I find a message, I liked the way you approached," sings Isla Mujeres in the first preview of her third album. Asphalt Aziz Asse was in charge of production and mixing, while Percii was in charge of mastering. With this song, the trio from La Plata returns to the track after almost two years to caress our hearts with a melody as sparkling as it is scorching.

Juan Ibarlucía and Paula Maffia joined forces in Tattooa song that opens portals between Andalusia and the Río de la Plata. The duo deploys all their sentimentalism over a flamenco sound, rhythm machines and small orchestras that arouse a suggestive atmosphere from a jovial and effusive perspective. In their first collaboration they take for granted that the mania of pigeonholing into genres is an obsolete disorder.

Never Went to an Amusement Park published Thousands of metals and confirmed his definitive return. This track powerful with punk overtones, it tackles an eco-contesting imprint with clean and amplified voices to make clear its deep commitment and uneasiness. Directed and hand-directed by Pilar Falco, the super 8 video unfolds the nervousness of the Patagonian trio.

In mid-March arrives in our theaters Nights belong to monsters, the second film by Sebastián Perillo, director of Amateur (2016). A thrilling drama that merges elements of the fantasy genre and the coming-of-age, starring Luciana Grasso, Jazmín Stuart, Esteban Lamothe and Gustavo Garzón. Paula Marotta was in charge of the script, while Christian Cottet was in charge of the cinematography.. 

The 2022 edition of the Buenos Aires International Festival (FIBA) allowed us to enjoy a wide variety of creative projects, both national and international. The renowned cultural event was extended by 45 venues throughout the city, including halls, cultural spaces and squares. More than 1,100 artists took part in the 10-day event and provided activities of all kinds.

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