Argentina He always stood out for his music. From the tango that I sang Carlos Gardel and later revolutionized Astor Piazzollapassing through national rock, with Charlie Garcia and Luis Alberto Spinetta as standard bearers, the folklore of Mercedes Sosato the growing urban wave in which figures such as Wos and Thunderthe country always had its mark on different genres and left its mark.
Yet, There are few times that Argentines are allowed to go on the international stage. Only now, with the arrival of the digital platforms and the mainstream Some artists like Bizarrap, Duki and Nicki Nicole managed to transcend the border and form a group of fans outside of South America, reaching the United States – the main music market – and even Europe.
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In that sense, Ca7riel and Paco Amorosothe musical duo born in Buenos Aires with influences from hip-hop, trap and pop, among other genres, disembarked in the Tiny Desk Concertsthe digital scene of the moment and a modern version of MTV Unplugged. The Argentines performed within the framework of a new “El Tiny”, the segment of the cycle that presents and disseminates different Latin American artists. In this way, they are already six local artists who went through the sessions musicals originating in Washington DC
What is the Tiny Desk
Tiny Desk Concerts (or small desk concerts) are a series of musical sessions organized by the radio program All Songs Considered from NPR Musicthe musical leg of National Public Radio in the United States. Presentations take place at station officeslocated in Washington DC, next to host Bob Boilen’s desk.
Yes ok They originated in 2008these sessions have gained a lot of popularity in recent years. Its grace lies in its acoustic soundwhich in some cases forces artists to leave their comfort zone, while on other occasions it brings out the best version of them. In addition, library style decoration -which has already become iconic- gives a cozy vibe to the evening.
Besides, Some presentations inside the Tiny Desk went down in history due to the great performances of some artists. These include Mac Miller, Anderson Paak, C. Tangana, Tyler The Creator, Jorja Smith and Sting, among others.
BATH MARY, the present of Ca7riel and Paco Amoroso
Ca7riel and Paco Amoroso released their first studio album on April 17, called BAÑO MARÍA. In it, they explore genres such as reggaeton, house and pop, mixed with jazz, latin and funk influences. With luxury guests like they are Lali and Tinithe duo managed to break the international barrier and are currently traveling the Baño María Tour, with a stopover in Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Spain, England, Germany and Portugal.
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Both have just completed the presentation of their first albums individually. Ca7riel had launched “THE DISKO” in 2021, a collage of sounds and genres, proof of the versatility of the 30-year-old musician. At the same time, Paco Amoroso launched the same year “Arrow”a conceptual and atmospheric house album, with influences from jazz, soul and funk.
CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso
The duo has never been as popular as it is now. Although they have modern cult songs such as “OUKE”, “Ice Cone” and “Not Me”it was in 2024 that they managed to captivate a massive audience.
All Argentine Tiny Desk sessions
With the presentation of Ca7riel and Paco Amoroso at the Tiny Desk, there are now six Argentine artists who went through the American musical sessions:
María Volonte, 2012
Juana Molina, 2014
Nicki Nicole, 2022
Thunder, 2022
Nathy Peluso, 2024
Ca7riel and Paco Amoroso, 2024
Source: Ambito
