Few local bands here in El Paso have had the same undeniable street cred MEXICANS AT NIGHT had over the past few years. Maybe it was their logo, maybe they came around at the right time in the local scene, but probably, it was the unique Chuco sound that came from 2 mexican dudes. A sound that blends the rhythms of latin soul with a post punk aesthetic. Think MALO and THE JOY DIVISIONS love child. For reasons unknown, the duo, headed by one of most unique and intriguing individuals I've met, a one,Rafa Pistola, disbanded at some point in 2009. Seeing the sheer awesomeness that was MEXICANS, I knew Rafa would be back making his unique brand of music as soon as humanly possible. Luckily the wait wasn't long. THE HUMAN RECORDING, who are made up of Rafa on vocals and guitar, along with a drummer and a bassist, have only been performing together for a short time but the output is of a band who's been playing for years. Here's some more back story on MEXICANS...
They filmed an amazing video for the song "All Day Long".
Now for 2 live tracks from THE HUMAN RECORDING taken this past Saturday the 8th at The Garage Tequila Bar.
The melancholy vibe in Rafa's voice and lyrics along with the Nirvana-esque sound is flat out beautiful. The few moments of minor tension make this song all the more memorable.
Now for a total switch with this track entitled "Washalo".
If the Chuco sound I believe exits were to have an anthem, "Washalo" would surely be it's Star Spangled Banner. Okay, those are lofty words when thinking of all the homegrown acts like, now this is for my real Chuco heads, Fuga, Radio la Chusma, Border Roots, Frontera Bugalu..that's a lot of great music. Stay tuned for more info about the Human Recording and their performances
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