Huelga de Hambre
| Company type | Musical group |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | April 1994 |
| Headquarters | Lima , Peru |
| Products | Music albums |
Huelga de Hambre (HDH), which means "Hunger Strike" in Spanish, is a musical group from Lima, Peru, established in April 1994. Their early work involved performing covers of bands such as Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, and Smashing Pumpkins. In 1998, they released their only album titled M4QUINA Y ESPIR1TU (Machine and Soul).
Known for a unique sound deeply rooted in grunge, HDH is often recognized as the premier Peruvian embodiment of the Seattle grunge movement. Although they did not achieve significant recognition in the United States, they stood out as prominent grunge figures within Peru and across South America. Their participation in international festivals included PULULAHUA '99, where they shared the stage with notable groups like Aterciopelados and La Ley. In 2000, the band performed two concerts in the US to promote their album. Regarded as the foremost Peruvian band of the 1990s, they gained considerable acclaim after winning first place at Lima’s IV Concurso de Música Moderna (Fourth Modern Music Contest) in 1995, which boosted their standing in the local rock community.
The group ceased activities in 2000, with former members subsequently forming new projects such as Zen and Theremyn 4.
Discography
- M4QUINA Y ESPIR1TU (Pedorrera Records - 1998)
Origin of the Band's Name
The band's name, Huelga de Hambre, meaning "Hunger Strike," honors Temple of the Dog, a band created by future members of Soundgarden and Pearl Jam, who were significant influences on HDH’s musical direction.
Reunion
On July 17, 2007, Huelga de Hambre reunited for a special performance at La Noche de Barranco to mark the tenth anniversary of the death of former member Luis Grande. This reunion concert provided fans with a final chance to experience their live show.