Welcome to a kaleidoscopic picnic where you can feast on a music scene that was rich, sparkling, multi-colored, ground-breaking and it’ll blow your mind. A prodigious soundscape that blends the Caribbean and the Amazon sophistication and flavors; raw yet delicate textures.
“Joropop. Psych Pop & Folk in Venezuela, 1968-1976” features infectious Latin rock rhythms and timeless folk melodies across 15 ultra-rare tracks—most of which have never been reissued until now.
The golden age of Caracas pop started in 1965. It replaced the wave of cloyingly romantic song writing as fresh talents leant into richer and more complex styles: folk-rock, psychedelia, soul, hard blues, symphonic pop, Latin rock etc. Singer-songwriters, experimental electric guitars and jam sessions all appeared on the scene, creating music that became increasingly refined and free. The industry took a while to catch on to this new trend and leave behind the teen idols and dream lifestyles.
By the late 60s, there was a long list of new bands in the capital city. Young people finally found their voice.
Let’s set off together to discover the magic of Caracas in the late ‘60s!
1. El Zigui y Una Luz - Buenos días juventud
2. Grupo Espiga - Dama gentil
3. Grupo Syma - Viendo la lluvia
4. La Fe Perdida - Lágrimas en tus ojos
5. Ladies W.C. - People
6. Los Fabricantes de Muñecas - Quiero claridad
7. Los Memphis - El cielo está en tu mente
8. La Cuarta Calle - Sed de amor
9. Grupo C.I.M. - Joropo Nº 2
10. Grupo Pan - Amor y felicidad
11. Los Rangers - Stormy
12. Los Chicos Malos - Regresa junto a mí
13. Ciruela - Siembra tus sueños
14. The Four Blues - Conoce el amor
15. La Cuarta Calle - Di quién es feliz
