Compilations and classic songs that put you in mind of the city, from Traveler's city playlist.
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Compilations:
Sus Mas Grandes Temas, Carlos Gardel
Carlos Gardel (1890-1935), known as “El Zorzal Criollo” or “the songbird of Buenos Aires,” recorded this essential collection of tango classics during a stay in the United States.
Rock Argentino, Various artists
This iTunes playlist offers 25 songs that give listeners a good taste of the national sound that has evolved over four decades in Argentina. Selections range from rockers Soda Stereo to folklorists Leon Gieco and Mercedes Sosa.
Ronroco, Gustavo Santaolalla
Two-time Oscar-winning Argentine composer and musician Gustavo Santaolalla released this collection of original songs in 1998. Highlights indigenous Argentine instruments while bringing jazz and rock influences to traditional Argentine music.
La Revancha del Tango, Gotan Project
Funky blend of tango and electronic music by a French trio paired with Argentine musicians.
Classic Songs
From tango to Argentine rock and “cumbia miseria,” Argentines have forged their own music tastes, distinctive to most other countries in Latin America:
1. “Don’t Cry For Me Argentina” by Madonna
2. “Mi Buenos Aires Querido” by Carlos Gardel
3. “De Música Ligera” by Stereo Soda
4. “Miss Argentina” by Iggy Pop
5. “Santa Maria (del Buen Ayre)” by Gotan Project
6. “De Ushuaia a la Quiaca” by Gustavo Santaolalla
7. “Rosa Rosa” by Sandro
8. “Mentirosa” by Ráfaga
9. “Gracias a La Vida” by Mercedes Sosa
10. “Sólo Le Pido a Dios” by Leon Gieco
11. “El Matador” by The Fabulous Cadillacs
