Congreso

Congreso is a renowned Chilean musical group whose extensive body of work spans from progressive rock to jazz fusion and Andean music. The band was founded in Quilpué in 1969 by the González brothers: Sergio, Fernando, and Patricio, along with Francisco Sazo and Fernando Hurtado. This formation was a merger of two bands, Los Masters and Los Sicodélicos. Initially a garage rock band covering American songs, by 1969 they had evolved into a sound that integrated Chilean folk influences. The group, deeply influenced by the artistic vibes of Valparaíso, released their debut self-titled album in 1971. The album featured a blend of rock with folkloric roots, evident in tracks like "Vamos Andando Mi Amigo" and "Maestranzas de Noche," the latter set to the poetry of Pablo Neruda. In 1973, while recording their second album, the Chilean military coup d'état posed significant challenges for artists. Despite restricted artistic expression and their album's delayed release till 1975, Congreso remained in Chile. They continued producing music, often subtly critiquing the ruling regime. Their musical direction shifted over the years, incorporating dance rhythms from the US and the Caribbean by 1987. After the fall of General Augusto Pinochet in 1988, the band gained wider recognition, with albums such as Para los Arqueólogos del Futuro (1989) achieving gold status and headlining major concerts. Over the years, they experimented with concept albums, such as Pichanga (1991) and Los Fuegos del Hielo (1992). Following a hiatus and return in 2001, the band began touring across the United States and reconnecting with their global fanbase. By 2007, Congreso celebrated their journey with a concert reuniting past members. Their commitment to reinventing their classics continued into the following decades, highlighted by the release of albums like Sinfónico (2014), La Canción Que Te Debía (2017), and Luz de Flash (2022).

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