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Disco de Amparanoia: “Poder de Machín”
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Fecha de Publicación:2004-04-26
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Tipo:Desconocido
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Sello Discográfico:Face Down
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Letras Explícitas:Si
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UPC:4009880897829
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Análisis (en inglés) - :
{$Amparanoia}'s debut album falls firmly in the new European mix mold popularized by {$Manu Chao}, but a strong set of songs and {$Amparo Sánchez}'s authoritative vocals establish a distinct identity. The jumping-off point for the group's well-structured songs and spare arrangements on {^El Poder De Machín} isn't {\ska} or {\reggae}, but Latin music -- for instance, the percussion section uses congas, bongos, and the {\flamenco} <|>cajon instead of a regular drum kit. Bright horns, propulsive rhythms, and catchy chorus hooks drive festive numbers like {&"La Semana"} and {&"En la Noche,"} the latter the first sign of the multi-lingualism (the verses are delivered in Spanish, French, and English) that is a natural part of {&Amparanoia}'s style. But the Latin influence extends beyond {\salsa} adaptations -- {&"Que te Den"} and {&"Mi Amor Se Fue"} have Mexican roots, the latter starting off as a boozy cantina lament with accordion before a mid-song shift to an up-tempo celebratory romp. {$Sánchez}'s {\blues}-singing background comes into play on {&"Moreno,"} and {$Robert Johnson}'s electric guitar solos here and on {&"Me Lo Hago Solo"} have a bluesy tinge. Even though the {$Manu Chao} influence is evident -- his {&"Sidi Beach"} anticipates the sound of {^Clandestino} and the {$Sánchez}/{$Chao} collaboration {&"Buen Rollito"} (aka {&"Welcome to Tijuana"}) makes its first appearance here -- {^El Poder de Machín} clearly bears {$Amparanoia}'s creative stamp. And the main source of that identity is the personality projected through the powerful voice of {$Amparo} -- a voice that sounds good-hearted and generous, open and inviting. ~ Don Snowden, All Music Guide
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