Andres Calamaro

Andrés Calamaro began his musical journey at the young age of 17, quickly engaging in significant projects including a guest appearance on an album by the group Raíces. He then formed his own band, Elmer Band, with guitarist Gringui Herrera. A pivotal moment in his early career was joining Los Abuelos de la Nada, where he played keyboards and contributed to numerous hits such as “Sin gamulán,” “Mil horas,” and “Costumbres argentinas.” This period, spanning from 1982 to 1986, solidified his reputation within the Argentine music scene. In parallel, Calamaro launched his solo career with “Hotel Calamaro” in 1984, followed by “Vida Cruel” after his departure from Los Abuelos de la Nada. He further expanded his repertoire with “Por Mirarte” in 1988.

The early 1990s marked a significant transition for Calamaro as he moved to Spain and co-founded Los Rodríguez with Ariel Rot. The band achieved substantial success across Spain and Latin America, releasing three acclaimed studio albums: “Buena Suerte” (1991), “Sin documentos” (1993), and “Palabras más, palabras menos” (1995), before disbanding in 1997. “Sin documentos” notably brought them international recognition due to its blend of rock, flamenco, and Latin American rhythms. Following Los Rodríguez, Calamaro returned to his solo endeavors, releasing “Alta suciedad” in 1997, which sold over half a million copies. This was followed by the critically acclaimed “Honestidad brutal,” a double album released after a personal breakup, and the expansive five-CD set, “El Salmón,” in 2000, which featured 103 songs. In subsequent years, Calamaro explored diverse musical styles, releasing albums such as “El Cantante” (2004), a collection of tangos, and returned to rock with “On The Rock” in 2010. He continues to release new music, including “Dios los Cría” in 2021, and has earned multiple awards, including a Latin Grammy.