On a day like today, one of the most influential musicians in Argentine rock was born. Know how long this anniversary has been commemorated.
Each January 23from the 2015It is held in Argentina he National Musician’s Day to commemorate the birth of Luis Alberto “El Flaco” Spinettareferent and icon of argentine rock.
Unlike the rest of the world, which celebrates this date on November 22thin commemoration of the death of Saint Ceciliapatron saint of musicians, in Argentina This celebration was established on the calendar by el Congress of the Argentine Nation with the Law 27,106.
National Musician’s Day: How did it come about?
This date was promoted by the National Institute of Music (INAMU) and its purpose is to commemorate the cultural relevance produced by the national musicians.
This initiative was launched after the death of Spinettahe February 8, 2012. The renowned singer-songwriter was a leader in Almond and forever changed the popular culture with a poetic style and one unique musical intentionality.
“El Flaco” Spinetta
Luis Alberto Spinetta was part of some of the bands who made history in the National rock as: Almond, Rabid fish, Invisible, Spinetta Jade and Spinetta and the Desert Partnersand in turn he was the author of endearing and immortal songs such as I pray for you; Paper eyes girl; All the leaves are from the wind either keep living without your Loveamong many others.
The musician was born on January 23, 1950 in Buenos Aires and he died February 8, 2012 because of a lung cancerso this date not only recognizes the country musiciansbut it is also a tribute to this great reference of Argentine rock.
Source: Ambito
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