La Máquina De Hacer Pájaros

Label: Microfon
Country: Argentina
Released: 1977
Format: Vinyl,LP,Album

Exploring La Máquina De Hacer Pájaros' "Películas"

"Películas," released in 1977, is the second and final studio album from Argentine progressive rock band La Máquina De Hacer Pájaros. This album was issued under the Microfón/Talent label, catalog number SE-843. It was recorded at Estudios Ion in Buenos Aires, Argentina, between December 1976 and March 1977. The band is known for its blend of progressive rock and jazz fusion, and this release captures that essence vividly.

Cinematic Concepts

The album presents a concept that uses cinema as a metaphor for escapism, particularly in the context of the restrictive political climate in Argentina at the time. The cover, designed by Juan Oreste Gatti, features the band members depicted as an audience in a movie theater, further emphasizing the theme of movies as an escape from reality. This artistic choice aligns with the lyrical content, which explores the challenges of living under a military dictatorship.

Musical Composition

Musically, "Películas" is characterized by intricate dual-keyboard orchestrations featuring Charly García and Carlos Cutaia. The album opens with the instrumental "Obertura 777," setting a dynamic tone. Tracks like "Hipercandombe" showcase a fusion of Latin rhythms and progressive structures. The song "Qué Se Puede Hacer Salvo Ver Películas" reflects the album's central theme, while "No Te Dejes Desanimar" provides a more uplifting moment. The combination of electric and acoustic guitar work by Gustavo Bazterrica and José Luis Fernández complements the keyboards and adds depth to the sound.

Technical Aspects

The album's production was managed by sound engineers Osvaldo Acedo and Alejandro Torres, contributing to the polished yet vibrant sound that characterizes the record. Drummer Oscar Moro adds complexity with his use of traditional percussion instruments alongside standard drum kits, enhancing the album's rhythmic variety.

La Máquina De Hacer Pájaros' "Películas" remains a key work in Argentine progressive rock, illustrating the fusion of diverse musical styles and the impact of contemporary socio-political themes. The album was released in 1977.

Tracklist

A1	Obertura Siete, Siete, Siete Written-By – Carlos Alberto GarcíaWritten-By – J. L. FernándezWritten-By – O. Moro*	4:50
A2	Marilyn, La Cenicienta Y Las Mujeres Written-By – Carlos Alberto García*	4:24
A3	No Te Dejes Desanimar Arranged By [Strings] – CutaiaWritten-By – Carlos CutaiaWritten-By – Carlos Alberto García	4:10
A4	Qué Se Puede Hacer Salvo Ver Películas Written-By – Carlos CutaiaWritten-By – Carlos Alberto García*	6:15
B1	Hipercandombe Written-By – Carlos Alberto García*	4:31
B2	El Vendedor De Las Muñecas De Plástico Written-By – Carlos Alberto GarcíaWritten-By – G. Bazterrica	4:52
B3	Ruta Perdedora Written-By – Carlos Alberto GarcíaWritten-By – J. L. Fernández	5:43
B4	En Las Calles De Costa Rica Written-By – Gustavo Bazterrica	4:10