Los Tres Tristes Tigres

Los Tres Tristes Tigres debuted in 1971, marking their presence at national festivals in Venezuela. The group expanded in 1972 with the addition of Nelson Bautista. During their initial two years, they participated in significant events such as the Great Progressive Music Festival, sharing the stage with the NY Rock Ensemble. In 1973, they performed at the first audiovisual pyro concert and the First Festival of the Song of Cumaná in Sucre State. Their early television appearances included popular programs like Renny Presenta, De Fiesta Con Venevisión, and Feria de la Alegría, where they earned prestigious national awards including Guaicaipuro de Oro, Mara de Oro, and Meridiano de Oro.

Their recording career began in 1972 with the album “Solo Otra Vez,” which achieved considerable public acceptance. This was followed by their second album, “3 Tristes Tigres,” released in 1974, which gained international recognition among European and Latin American audiences. In 1975, they released another album titled “Tres Tristes Tigres,” and later that same year, their fourth album, “Los Mas Grandes Éxitos,” was released. The original group concluded operations in 1978. Alfredo Cabrera and Humberto Becerra subsequently formed the group Los Tigres with Marlene Arias.

In 1981, Marlene Arias departed to tour as a showgirl with Gianna Alfano and Jose Luís Rodriguez, including performances in Viña del Mar and Los Ángeles. Francis Benítez and Beatriz Corona joined Los Tigres as vocalists in late 1981, recording in Spain with Joaquin Torres. Upon returning to Venezuela, the group disbanded due to disagreements over a record deal. The vocalists then formed the duo Limón and Menta. In 2001, a compilation album titled “Los Tres Tristes Tigres y Marlene” was released, featuring songs from both Los Tres Tristes Tigres and Los Tigres. The group subsequently reformed, performing in presentations, tours, and concerts across Venezuela.