Search - Delinquentes :: Sentimiento Garrapatero Que Nos Traen

Incredible album

Emilio J. Gallego Arias | Las Pedroñeras, Cuenca Spain | 02/10/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I've got to write this review because I was somewhat disappointed that the reviews here on Amazon don't do justice to this fabulous album.



This, the first release of Los Delinqüentes is by far their best album, mostly motivated by the death of "Er Migue" the band's singer and main strength.



Well, sure you've inferred that I consider this album to be a

masterpiece in new flamenco music and really you've to hear it and feel it. The band roots on one of the poorest zones of Jerez contrasts with the deep happiness present in the music, as it's clearly stated throughout the album.



The kind of music employed here is unique in that it doesn't belongs to the traditional flamenco roots, being more of a successor of Amador brothers "Pata Negra". The setup is extremely simple, with the three members playing guitar and some additional percussion, although the musicianship of the members is notable. The main characteristic is the fusion of Blues music with flamenco, as pioneered by "Pata Negra". The performance of the singer is astonishing.



Speaking of the lyrics, I see them as a fundamental point in the album and are great, so I can only recommend that if you try to listen this album you should learn/translate the Spanish used. Be wary that the Spanish used here is mostly slang, so it's not easy to understand them. The main point of this album is their own way of living, with nothing to lose, sleeping in the streets and trying get some food, nevertheless they are very happy with this way of living, telling you that happiness is nothing that you can buy. Most of my friends consider that playing this album repeatedly is the strongest anti-depressant we've ever seen.



Anyways, is hard to explain this album in writing, try to listen to it, and I'd like that you could go to a concert of these guys as they were incredible. Unfortunately this is not possible, but you can find some bootlegs of them playing with the old band setup. No official videos sorry."

One of the Best Bands out There!

Emilio J. Gallego Arias | 06/19/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"To all of you out there who think that there are no true "BANDS" out there. Think again. Los Delinquentes are just of few of the new Bands that have what it takes to become Music Royalty. If you are in the mood to hear good music,even though its in Castillian,buy this album today. Trust me,you won't regret it."

5 is not enough!

Steve S | West Hartford, CT United States | 07/18/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"10 estrellas por este grupo espanol! Acabo de llegar de Sevilla, Espana y he visto los delinquentes en vivo. INCREIBLEYou don tneed to understand spanish to appreciate this album. it makes you smile and feel good not matter what the circumstances. yo te canto por triana!"