Testigo (band)
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Testigo | |
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| Background information | |
| Origin | Neuquén and Córdoba, Argentina |
| Genres | Rock |
| Years active | 2012–present |
| Labels | Sony Music, Popart Discos |
| Website | testigo |
Testigo is a federal rock trio originally from Neuquén and Córdoba, Argentina. The band is composed of Pablo Montoya[1] on guitar and vocals, Marcelo Matos on bass and backing vocals, and Ezequiel Galeassi on drums. Emerging from different musical groups, these three talented musicians came together to explore new sounds and create a unique musical proposition that fuses the energy of rock with elements of various influences.[2]
History[edit]
Testigo's musical journey began with the release of their debut album, No Me Importa, recorded at Estudios Maya in Córdoba under the direction of renowned producer Luis Primo, with Gabriel Cabrera in charge of mastering. This first work showed the band's tireless pursuit of their own authentic sound, accompanied by a series of live performances that allowed them to expand their fan base and establish themselves as a promising force in the local music scene.[3]
In 2015, Testigo took a significant step forward by collaborating with renowned producer Edu Schmidt[4] (former Árbol) on the production of their second album, Maquinal.[5][6] Edited by Sony Music and distributed by Popart Discos, this work stood out for its powerful lyrics and catchy melodies, with hits like "Pitufos" and "Recordando" resonating throughout Argentina. The band embarked on an extensive national tour, performing in cities such as Villa Carlos Paz, Embalse, La Falda, La Rioja, Buenos Aires, Santa Fe, Paraná, La Plata, and more, participating in renowned festivals like Córdoba Rockea and the Fiesta de la Primavera, Cosquín Rock.
In 2018, Testigo released their third album, Arden Flores, under the production of Mariano Martínez from Attaque 77, recorded at Estudio del Abasto Monsterland by Álvaro Villagra, a Grammy winner for his work with Santana. The first single, "Nunca Entenderás",[7] featured the collaboration of Mariano Martínez, contributing his unmistakable guitar and vocal sound. This album marked a turning point in the band's career, consolidating their distinctive sound and presence in the Argentine rock scene.
In addition to their musical work, Testigo has placed a strong emphasis on creating audiovisual content, with over 15 videos including music videos and live performances available on their YouTube channel. The band has participated in major events, including the celebration of Attaque 77's 30th anniversary and a national tour covering new provinces such as Neuquén and Río Negro.
Discography[edit]
- Desenchufado[8] (2014)
- No Me Importa[9] (2015)
- Maquinal[10] (2016)
- Arden Flores (2022)
Select singles[edit]
- "Todo Mal"[11]
- "Nunca Entenderás"[12] (feat. Mariano Martínez)
- "Melodias de Soledad" (feat. Esteban Kabalin)[13]
- "Camino de la libertad"[14][15][16]
References[edit]
- ^ Vmfpablo (2019-10-31), Español: Pablo es el lider de la banda de rock Testigo banda de rock de Cordoba Argentina, retrieved 2024-04-27
- ^ CMTV. "Biografía de Testigo". CMTV (in Spanish). Retrieved 2024-04-27.
- ^ "Testigo". Anuario (in Spanish). Retrieved 2024-04-27.
- ^ "¡Pase lo que pase, siempre habrá un testigo!". Tu Permitido De Siempre (in Spanish). 2019-06-13. Retrieved 2024-04-27.
- ^ "Spotify". open.spotify.com. Retrieved 2024-04-28.
- ^ Serale, Patricio (2017-09-12). "Testigo: "Cualquier experiencia puede disparar una canción"". Rock and Ball (in Spanish). Retrieved 2024-04-27.
- ^ CMTV. "CMTV - NUNCA ENTENDERÁS (FT. MARIANO MARTINEZ) - SINGLE de Testigo". CMTV (in Spanish). Retrieved 2024-04-27.
- ^ "Spotify". open.spotify.com. Retrieved 2024-04-28.
- ^ "Release "No Me Importa" by TESTIGO - MusicBrainz". musicbrainz.org. Retrieved 2024-04-28.
- ^ "Release "Maquinal" by TESTIGO - MusicBrainz". musicbrainz.org. Retrieved 2024-04-28.
- ^ CMTV. "CMTV - Letra TODO MAL de Testigo". CMTV (in Spanish). Retrieved 2024-04-28.
- ^ CMTV. "CMTV - NUNCA ENTENDERÁS (FT. MARIANO MARTINEZ) - SINGLE de Testigo". CMTV (in Spanish). Retrieved 2024-04-28.
- ^ Daniel (2022-10-01). "Testigo presenta "Melodías de soledad" más su nuevo álbum". Master FM 89.9 (in Spanish). Retrieved 2024-04-27.
- ^ Calificada, Edicion (2020-08-03). "TESTIGO presenta "Camino de la libertad"". Edición Calificada (in Spanish). Retrieved 2024-04-27.
- ^ Fourcade, Fidel (2020-08-06). ""Camino de Libertad": Testigo presenta su nueva utopía". rciportal (in Spanish). Retrieved 2024-04-28.
- ^ "Testigo presenta "Camino de la Libertad"". La Negra (in European Spanish). Retrieved 2024-04-29.
